Director of Benefits and Total Rewards

    Director of Benefits and Total Rewards Department of Human Resources Salary Range: $126,360.00 - $189,529.60   Milwaukee County is seeking a strategic and innovative Director of Benefits & Total Rewards to lead the design, strategy, and administration of our employee benefits and compensation programs. This leadership role plays a critical part in Milwaukee County’s ability to attract, retain, and reward a high-performing workforce that serves the needs of its community while ensuring responsible fiscal stewardship in service to our community This position reports to the Chief Human Resource Officer, is a member of the HR leadership team and provides leadership over the Benefits and Compensation divisions while managing a team dedicated to supporting employees and retirees across Milwaukee County. What You’ll Do   As the Director of Benefits & Total Rewards, you will: • Lead the strategic design, evaluation and optimization of benefit and compensation programs• Oversee benefit operations, including fiscal performance, vendor performance, and program administration• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while serving as HIPAA Compliance Officer• Ensure the translation of benefits data into actionable insights that guide financial projections and plan design decisions• Demonstrate thought leadership in advising County leadership and the County Board on benefits and compensation strategies• Build effective partnerships across departments and elected offices to support workforce and financial objectives• Drive process improvements and HRIS data integrity to enhance operational excellence• Coach and develop a team of HR professionals to achieve organizational goals Ideal Candidate We are seeking a strategic HR leader who brings: ✔ Expertise in benefits administration and compensation strategy, with a focus on sustainable and cost-effective program design✔ Strong analytical and financial acumen to assess plan performance and guide data-driven decisions ✔ Ability to communicate complex total rewards concepts clearly to diverse audiences including employees, leadership and elected officials✔ Experience partnering with executive leadership and public sector stakeholders to align workforce and fiscal responsibilities ✔ Demonstrated leadership experience in managing, developing and empowering HR professionals Preferred certifications include the Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or PHR/SPHR. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or related field• Five or more years of relevant professional experience• Supervisory or management experience preferred    Why Join Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the Total Rewards strategy for thousands of employees, ensuring competitive, equitable, and sustainable benefits and compensation programs. Be part of a team that supports the people who serve our community. Apply today and help Milwaukee County continue to attract and retain exceptional talent.   NOTE: This position is unclassified and not subject to Civil Service Rules and Regulations. This original application is open to qualified candidates authorized to work in the United States. Appointee must establish Wisconsin State residency within six (6) months of appointment and maintain such residency during incumbency. During the application process, please upload your updated resume and cover letter outlining your experience.