Vice President of Total Rewards

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 280.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA Leadership and Learning Center in Atlanta seeks a strategic Vice President of Total Rewards to design and oversee compensation, benefits, and incentive programs for a nonprofit, mission-driven workforce. You will lead a small team, partner with senior leaders, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive pay equity and performance across the organization.

You will build market-competitive structures, benchmark pay, manage executive compensation, and leverage analytics to inform budgeting and

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, management, business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience developing and implementing compensation programs.
• 6+ years of direct people management experience.
• Proficiency with HCM systems (Workday preferred).
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; strong analytics.
• CCP or similar certifications preferred; Workday experience a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and talent strategy.
• Partner with executive leadership to design programs that attract, retain and engage diverse talent.
• Monitor market trends, regulatory requirements, and benchmarking to inform strategy and ensure competitiveness.
• Design and administer salary structures, job classifications, and incentive programs with internal equity.
• Lead executive pay strategy and compliance with nonprofit best practices and IRS regulations.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and reward surveys, analytics, and governance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the total rewards team; build analytics capabilities in Workday.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR or business

Herramientas

Workday

Excel

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Vice President of Total Rewards### Vice President of Total RewardsApply: Atlanta, GA: YMCA Leadership and Learning Center: Full time: Posted Today: R0012951As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we’re looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state. At the Y, we’re an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.**NATURE AND SCOPE:**Reporting to the Chief People and Culture Officer (CPCO) the Vice President of Total Rewards will lead, build, implement, administer and communicate the Y’s comprehensive compensation programs, benefit plans, and employee rewards that attract, engage, and retain a high-performing, diverse workforce. The ideal candidate will be a strategic and dynamic leader who will align total rewards strategies with organizational goals and a community-serving mindset, ensuring employees feel valued and motivated to contribute their best work. The role leads a team of two.**RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):*** Develop and execute a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, values, and talent strategy.* Partner with the CPCO, executive leadership, and key stakeholders to design and manage programs that support the attraction and retention of diverse, top-tier talent.* Monitor market trends, best practices, and legal requirements in compensation, benefits, and rewards to inform strategy and maintain competitiveness and compliance.* Design and administer salary structures, job classifications, and incentive programs that reflect market competitiveness and internal equity.* Create, maintain, and administer compensation strategies, balancing nonprofit budgetary constraints with the need to attract and retain top leadership talent.* Lead and execute executive pay strategy, administration and compliance with nonprofit best practices and IRS regulations, avoiding intermediate sanctions, and in collaboration with the CPCO, CEO, and board compensation committee.* Maintain proper documentation and approval workflows to support all compensation decisions.* Recommend and administer pay scales for Union employees in partnership with business leader, finance, legal, and HR.* Collaborate with finance, business leaders and senior leadership for workforce planning and position management including but not limited to projecting compensation, benefits, and rewards expenses for workforce growth scenarios and competiveness.* Create and update financial models to support budgeting and executive compensation.* Conduct regular benchmarking and market analyses to assess the organization's pay position, recommend adjustments as needed, and implement approved changes.* Identify and submit compensation surveys to benchmark an organization’s competitive pay practices.* Lead, manage, and execute compensation, benefits, and reward survey submissions and ongoing job market-pricing efforts.* Oversee, manage, and communicate salary review processes, including but not limited to merit increases, promotions, pay adjustments and COLA.* Actively lead, communicate and manage compensation structures that meet the compliance requirements of federal grants (e.g., allowable salary caps, cost principles, performance standards)* Prepare, manage and execute documentation and systems for internal and external audits related to grant-funded compensation in partnership with the governance and audit team.* For federally funded positions, monitor and act to ensure payroll and benefits budgets adhere to grant requirements and guidelines.* Build, manage, and communicate pay best practices including but not limited to benchmarking, salary structures, salary administration, position management, and workforce planning.* Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR partners to monitor, consult, and ensure accurate role alignment, with pay equity based on established salary administration structure and guidelines.* Consult and communicate with all levels of leaders across the organizations on all pay related decisions.* Provide consultation to hiring managers and executives on compensation and benefits related matters.* Create and facilitate presentations suitable for executive level and hiring managers to include recommendations on salary administration, pay practices, workforce analytics focused on compensation, and pay equity.* Build, document, communicate and train on best practices in analytics and compensation processes with Workday HCM.* Own and manage job profiles and salary structures within Workday to ensure data accuracy and compliance to salary structure and administration guidelines.* Develop and facilitate compensation and benefits training for Hiring Manager.* Develop and deliver compensation workforce analytics.* Assess and implement compensation technology including systems for compensation planning, market pricing, and employee data management.* Lead and deliver ongoing and ad hoc compensation-related initiatives/projects.* Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, such as FLSA, ERISA, ACA, IRS, DOL, and other applicable laws.* Lead the design, implementation, administration, and communication of employee benefit programs, including health and wellness plans, retirement savings, leave policies, and voluntary rewards.* Evaluate, recommend, and implement enhancements or changes to benefit offerings to meet employee needs and organizational goal to attract and retain the best talent.* Lead and manage vendor relationships, negotiations, and renewals to optimize cost efficiency and service quality.* Develop and implement innovative rewards and recognition programs that reinforce organizational values and employee contributions.* Maintain accurate records and reporting systems to monitor compliance, trends, and program effectiveness.* Develop and implement communication strategies to enhance employee understanding and appreciation of total rewards offerings.* Build and lead a high-performing total rewards team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.* Address and communicate with managers and employees regarding employee concerns related to pay and benefits, fostering trust and transparency.* Provide coaching and development opportunities to team members to enhance expertise and performance.* Network with other large YMCA associations on best practice.**REQUIREMENTS:*** Bachelor's degree in human resources, management, business, or related field* 10+ years of experience developing and implementing compensation* 6+ years of direct people management experience* Proficiency with HCM systems* Experience in advanced analytics, technology and/or project management* Experience in roles where you must work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines* Experience in creating financial analysis and modeling* Experience in creating presentations and presenting to colleagues and leadership* Compensation/HR subject matter knowledge* Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills* Strong computer skills are required in HCM systems, preferably Workday, MS Office particularly Excel* Analytical skills and the ability to identify and execute continuous improvement for practices, policies, processes, and system effectiveness* Strong knowledge of Human Resources disciplines, regulations and practices* Must have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information* Must possess strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels and functions in the organization, including external vendors* Must have strong attention to detail, organization, project coordination skills, and can multi-task priorities and assignments with minimum supervision* Mathematical aptitude and analysis skills* Demonstrated track record of effective written and verbal communication skills* Skills in complex problem solving, judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making* Skills in consulting and presenting compensation concepts and practices to senior leadership* This individual must have the ability to maintain positive working relationships with the employee population and vendor partners* Attention to detail, accuracy, and proficient business writing skills are necessary* Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing, and compliance requirements**PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:*** CCP or similar certifications preferred* Workday experience is a plus* Experience using data visualization tools a plus (Tableau/Power BI)**Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.****Employment Requirement:*** Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.* Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.This job posting is subject to change at any time.The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we’re looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.Location:YMCA Leadership and Learning Center