Senior Director, Total Rewards & Compensation

California Water Service Company; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

California Water Service Group seeks a Director of Compensation & Benefits/Total Rewards to lead its total rewards strategy from San Jose. The role drives compensation, health and retirement programs, and related governance.

You will mentor staff, analyze market data, and coordinate with executives to align rewards with business goals. Ideal candidate has extensive experience in compensation/benefits leadership, strong negotiation skills, and deep regulatory knowledge (ERISA/ACA).

Qualifications

• Experience leading a compensation/benefits organization in a medium to large enterprise.
• Minimum five years in a management capacity involving HR leadership.
• Ability to design and implement total rewards aligned with business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, evaluate, and implement compensation and benefits programs and total rewards.
• Provide strategic direction for total rewards philosophy and governance.
• Lead the HR compensation/benefits team and mentor staff.
• Analyze market data, update salary structures, and participate in surveys.
• Support executive compensation materials and proxy disclosures.
• Manage relationships with brokers, consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Ensure ERISA/ACA compliance and regulatory filings.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

People management

Communication

Data analysis

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration / HR / Organizational Development

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

California Water Service Group seeks a Director of Compensation & Benefits/Total Rewards to lead its total rewards strategy from San Jose. The role drives compensation, health and retirement programs, and related governance.

You will mentor staff, analyze market data, and coordinate with executives to align rewards with business goals. Ideal candidate has extensive experience in compensation/benefits leadership, strong negotiation skills, and deep regulatory knowledge (ERISA/ACA).