As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 60 Corporate Woods, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Department: 100996 Total Rewards-
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Work Shift
UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 117 Compensation Range: $122,600.00 - $184,000.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities
Provides strategic and operational leadership for
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team within the Office of Total Rewards. Collaborates with the Sr. Director of Total Rewards to progress strategic priorities of Total Rewards. Develops, implements, communicates and administers the Health Care Plans and Retirement Plans of the University
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Programs for faculty, staff and retirees in order to recruit, retain and reward a qualified and diverse workforce. Supports the overall Human Resources and University mission and vision through innovative and comprehensive benefit programs designed to meet the needs of faculty, staff and retirees across the University.
Essential Functions
Leads efforts to assess benefits-related needs at a systemic, strategic level. Partners with a variety of HR and University leaders and groups. Develops strategic recommendations and business cases, including financial implication, to address benefit needs. Sets the vision and philosophy for benefits as part of Total Rewards at the University. Progresses the vision through engaging and inspiring University and HR leadership, Total Rewards and HR teams and others as appropriate. Develops and implements a
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strategy, programs and processes that further the HR and University mission and vision, as well as being based on regulatory requirements, needs of various departments and stakeholders, industry best practices and market and financial considerations. Leads the
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team, ensuring effective team structure and processes are in place. Supports staff development and leads and inspires the team. Oversees project management of multiple large-scale, complex benefit-related initiatives as part of the Total Rewards organization. Provides leadership, oversight and counsel to ensure the University is in compliance with ERISA, HIPAA and other state and federal regulations related to the
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Program. Other duties as assigned, including assuming management responsibility in absence of the Sr. Director. Minimum
Education
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Experience
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required 7 years of progressive
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experience, encompassing various aspects of the
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function including 2 years of supervisory experience, required Master's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills required Demonstrated ability to develop and lead a high-performing team, and to manage an extended (indirect) team through influence Demonstrated success leading complex, large-scale change initiatives Strategic thinker Experienced interpersonal skills, including ability to collaborate and build relationships with all levels of University leadership and faculty/staff/retirees Knowledgeable with Microsoft Suite, virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Box); Adobe, etc preferred. Ability to effectively communicate and interact, both orally and in writing, with people across diverse backgrounds and cultures preferred. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.