VP, Total Rewards

First Tech Federal Credit Union; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 197,000 - 247,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Job summary

First Tech is seeking a Vice President, Total Rewards in Hillsboro, OR to lead the design and delivery of compensation, benefits, wellness, and payroll programs aligned with business objectives. You’ll shape a comprehensive total rewards strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and oversee governance, vendor management, and data integrity across programs.

You’ll build a high-performing team, partner with executives across HR, Finance, Legal, and operations, and drive capital-efficient programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience across enterprise Total Rewards disciplines.
• 8+ years’ experience as a people leader.
• Experience leading benefits strategy, plan design, administration, and vendor management.
• Deep knowledge of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong executive presence to influence senior leaders.
• Experience managing large budgets and vendor contracts.
• Advanced analytical and cost-analysis capabilities.
• Proven track record leading teams through change or transformation.
• Bachelor’s degree required (or 4 additional years of relevant experience); advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the enterprise benefits strategy for health, welfare, retirement, leave, and wellbeing programs.
• Direct design, evaluation, and ongoing enhancement of benefit programs.
• Provide executive oversight of benefit plan administration, governance, compliance, and operations.
• Lead benefits-related budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Evaluate market trends and benchmarking data to inform investments.
• Partner with executives to define benefits priorities and workforce strategies.
• Establish relationships with carriers, consultants, brokers, and TPAs.
• Oversee employee communication and education on benefits programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Build and lead a high-performing benefits team.

Skills

Total Rewards leadership

Benefits strategy

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Executive presence

Vendor management

Data governance

Analytical skills

Bachelor's degree or higher

Education

Bachelor's degree, field relevant

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

HR technology platforms

Data governance tools

Job description

Description

The Vice President, Total Rewards provides enterprise leadership for the design, strategy, governance, and delivery of compensation, benefits, wellness, and payroll programs that attract, retain, engage, and support employees while advancing the credit union's business objectives and values. This role is responsible for developing a comprehensive total rewards strategy that balances employee experience, market competitiveness, financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and organizational priorities. This person oversees the design, administration, and continuous evolution of total rewards programs, ensuring offerings remain competitive, scalable, and aligned with workforce and business needs. The role maintains accountability for program effectiveness, compliance, governance, vendor and consultant management, data integrity, and operational excellence across the total rewards portfolio.

Description

The Vice President, Total Rewards provides enterprise leadership for the design, strategy, governance, and delivery of compensation, benefits, wellness, and payroll programs that attract, retain, engage, and support employees while advancing the credit union's business objectives and values. This role is responsible for developing a comprehensive total rewards strategy that balances employee experience, market competitiveness, financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and organizational priorities. This person oversees the design, administration, and continuous evolution of total rewards programs, ensuring offerings remain competitive, scalable, and aligned with workforce and business needs. The role maintains accountability for program effectiveness, compliance, governance, vendor and consultant management, data integrity, and operational excellence across the total rewards portfolio.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead the enterprise benefits strategy, establishing priorities and long-term plans for health, welfare, retirement, leave, and wellbeing programs.
• Direct the design, evaluation, and ongoing enhancement of benefit programs to ensure they remain competitive, cost-effective, and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide executive oversight of benefit plan administration, governance, compliance, and operational effectiveness across all benefit offerings.
• Lead benefits-related financial planning, forecasting, and budget management, balancing employee value with organizational cost stewardship.
• Evaluate emerging market trends, legislative developments, and benchmarking data to inform strategic program recommendations and future benefit investments.
• Partner with executive leadership, Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to define benefits priorities and support broader workforce strategies.
• Establish and maintain relationships with benefit carriers, consultants, brokers, and third-party administrators, negotiating agreements and holding partners accountable for performance and service delivery.
• Oversee the development and execution of employee communication and education strategies that improve understanding, engagement, and utilization of benefit programs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing employee benefit plans and related programs.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing benefits team, fostering strong operational execution, continuous improvement, and strategic capability within the function.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years’ experience across enterprise Total Rewards disciplines, including compensation strategy and administration, payroll operations, workforce wellbeing programs, HR technology platforms, data governance, and regulatory compliance
• 8+ years’ experience as a people leader, leading a diverse team including hiring, coaching and performance management
• Significant progressive experience leading benefits strategy, plan design, administration, and vendor management within a large or complex organization.
• Deep knowledge of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, leave practices, and benefits-related regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute long-term strategies that balance employee experience, organizational objectives, and financial considerations.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders, communicate complex topics, and drive organizational decision-making.
• Experience managing large budgets, vendor contracts, and complex benefits-related initiatives.
• Advanced analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities, including benefits benchmarking and cost analysis.
• Proven track record of leading teams and delivering results through organizational change, growth, or transformation.
• Required Education: Bachelor's degree in field relevant to role (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree), advanced degree preferred.

Location:

Hillsboro, OR

Target Compensation:

$197k - $247k annually + annual bonus

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Who We Are

What makes First Tech different?

Every great journey begins with a bold idea—and ours is no different. First Tech and DCU were founded on the belief that financial solutions should put people first. That belief has fueled decades of innovation and service, rooted in the tech sector and expanding to support members from all walks of life.

Employees Are Eligible For

• Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous 401(k) match
• Paid Time Off: You'll accrue up to 15 days in your first year. In addition, you'll receive 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days, which refresh annually
• Paid federal holidays
• Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)

Employment Statements

First Tech is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity, inclusion, and equity at our company. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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