Manager Total Rewards

Prince-William-County-Government; County Center (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

401a and 457 plans

Paid Annual Leave

Paid Personal Leave

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Optional Group Medical and Dental

Optional Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Government is seeking an experienced HR leader to serve as Manager, Total Rewards Center of Excellence. You will oversee benefits, compensation, and classification programs, guiding a small team and partnering with a large HR organization to ensure equitable, compliant programs across the county.

The role balances strategic program design with day-to-day administration, policy development, and internal service delivery, while leading vendor relationships and budget

Qualifications

• 7 years of progressive HR experience in benefits administration, compensation, classification, contract administration and related Total Rewards work, including 2 years in a supervisory capacity leading HR professionals.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field, or experience equivalent to the attainment of such
• Five years or more of experience supervising a team of HR professionals (preferred)
• Experience in public-sector or local-government HR environment (preferred)
• Professional certification such as CCP, CBP, PHR, SHRM-CP or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience with RFP processes and managing vendor contracts (preferred)
• Experience with public-sector retirement systems (preferred)
• Knowledge of laws affecting benefits and compensation (FLSA, ACA, ERISA) (preferred)
• Experience with self-insured medical/dental/vision plans (preferred)
• Analytical skills to interpret data and translate findings into program recommendations (preferred)
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, project-management, and judgment skills (preferred)
• Experience leading coordinating complex HR programs, projects, or initiatives (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of benefits program administration and classification/compensation principles

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for employee benefits, leave, classification, and compensation programs.
• Oversee benefits administration, including medical, retirement, leave, and related programs.
• Lead classification and compensation activities, including job evaluation, pay-structure maintenance, market pricing, and benchmarking.
• Evaluate program performance, workforce trends, service outcomes, and key performance indicators; recommend enhancements as needed.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, operational guidance, and training materials for Total Rewards programs.
• Lead or contribute to major HR initiatives, transformation efforts, new systems or program implementations, and strategic workforce projects.

Skills

Benefits administration

Compensation

Job evaluation

Vendor management

Policy development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance

Job description

Prince William County Government's Office of Human Resources is seeking an experienced, strategic, and service-oriented HR leader to serve as Manager, Total Rewards Center of Excellence. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Line of Business, this role provides operational leadership and subject-matter expertise for organization-wide benefits, classification, and compensation programs.

About This Role:

The Manager leads a team of two and works in close partnership with a broader HR organization of 41 employees, as well as leaders across the County. This position is ideal for an experienced and collaborative leader who can balance strategic program design with sound day-to-day administration, compliance, and exceptional internal service.

This role provides the opportunity to shape Total Rewards programs that directly affect employees across the organization. The successful candidate will help ensure that benefits, compensation, and classification programs are equitable, competitive, compliant, sustainable, and aligned with organizational goals.

Typical duties may include (but are not limited to):

Lead Total Rewards Programs:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for employee benefits, leave, classification, and compensation programs.
• Oversee benefits administration, including medical, retirement, leave, and related programs.
• Lead classification and compensation activities, including job evaluation, pay-structure maintenance, market pricing, and benchmarking.
• Evaluate program performance, workforce trends, service outcomes, and key performance indicators; recommend enhancements as needed.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, operational guidance, and training materials for Total Rewards programs.
• Lead or contribute to major HR initiatives, transformation efforts, new systems or program implementations, and strategic workforce projects.

Lead, Develop, and Support the Team:

• Supervise, mentor, and develop Total Rewards program staff.
• Establish clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability measures aligned with organizational goals.
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture and ensure consistent, technically sound HR guidance.
• Support staff development and coach team members through complex workforce and employee issues.

Manage Vendors, Contracts, and Resources:

• Lead requests for proposals and vendor selection processes for benefits and Total Rewards services.
• Administer vendor contracts, including service-level monitoring, renewal planning, and relationship management.
• Manage program budgets and allocate resources for benefit programs, vendor tools, and third-party services.
• Balance program competitiveness, employee needs, fiscal stewardship, and regulatory compliance.

Partner Across the Organization:

• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, Operational HR teams, Finance/Budget, Procurement, and department leaders.
• Advise leadership on workforce strategy, Total Rewards trends, policy interpretation, and compliance risks.
• Identify and address service-delivery gaps, workflow challenges, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Communicate complex benefits, compensation, and classification matters clearly to employees, leaders, and stakeholders.
• Represent Human Resources in meetings and cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 7 years of progressive HR experience in benefits administration, compensation, classification, contract administration and related Total Rewards work, including 2 years in a supervisory capacity leading HR professionals.

Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or experience equivalent to the attainment of such
• Five years or more of experience supervising a team of HR professionals

• Experience in a public-sector or local-government HR environment.
• Professional certification such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Benefits Professional (CBP), PHR, SHRM-CP, or an equivalent credential.
• Experience leading RFP processes and managing vendor contracts for benefits, compensation, or related services.
• Experience with public-sector retirement systems.
• Working knowledge of laws and regulations affecting benefits and compensation, including FLSA, ACA, and ERISA principles as applicable to public-sector plans.
• Experience with self-insured medical, dental, vision, and other insurance plans.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data and translate findings into practical program recommendations.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, project-management, and judgment skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating complex HR programs, projects, or initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of benefits program administration, including leave, medical, and retirement programs.
• Strong knowledge of classification and compensation principles, including job evaluation, market pricing, and benchmarking.

Special Requirements:

The Selected Candidate is required to complete a Statement of Economic Interests pursuant to Va. Code §§ 2.2-3114, 2.2-3115, and 2.2-3116.

Work Schedule:

This is primarily an office-based position with regular collaboration across Human Resources, Finance/Budget, Procurement, and other departments. Occasional evening or off-hours availability may be needed during open enrollment periods or to address urgent Total Rewards matters.

Hiring Salary Range

$103,560.60-$140,111.40/Annually

We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.

NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, Click here for the class description.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.