DIRECTOR OF TOTAL REWARDS Position Profile About Northland PioneerCollege Celebrating 50 years, Northland Pioneer College (NPC) is a two year community college that serves over 6,500 students annually in bothNavajo and Apache counties, an area of 21,158 square miles, in northeastern Arizona. The Navajo, Hopi and White Mountain Apache IndianReservations occupy more than sixty percent of the total land in the district service area, and also account for sixty percent of thepopulation. Handsome campuses are located in four of the largest Navajo County communities: Holbrook, Show Low, Snowflake/Taylor, andWinslow. Five convenient centers are located in Hopi, Kayenta, Springerville/Eagar, St. Johns, and Whiteriver. NPC offers over 108 degrees,certificates and areas of study for transfer or direct to work. NPC is also proudly among the community colleges approved to offer Bachelordegrees with the BAS in Early Childhood Education enrolling and BA in Elementary Education and BAM degrees in the works. As one of the mostaffordable community colleges in Arizona, many of our students graduate with no loan debt.
About the area This unique town, once known for its rugged frontier spirit, has evolved into a vibrant hub of culture and history. From its roots as ahaven for railroaders and cattlemen to its current status as a melting pot of Native American heritage, Hispanic influence, and pioneeringspirit, Holbrook offers a rich tapestry of experiences waiting to be explored. As the gateway to iconic attractions such as the PetrifiedForest National Park and the legendary Historic Route 66, Holbrook beckons adventurers from all walks of life to embark on a journey filledwith discovery and wonder. Rich in diversity and welcoming to all, Holbrook is where your adventure begins.
PositionSummary The Director of Total Rewards reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and oversees the day-to-daymanagement of a team of up to four, assigns work, sets direction, and plans and implements programs that meet campus needs and align withcollege strategic priorities.
Position Responsibilities The role actively engages in collaborativeinitiatives and projects both internally and externally, partnering closely with campus leadership, fellow Human Resources Directors, andvarious stakeholders. Providing expert guidance and interpretation of policies to campus constituents, the Director also manages openenrollment, oversees benefits, and handles new employee enrollment processes. Additionally, responsibilities encompass managing benefitvendor relationships, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Oversight of collaborative efforts with campus stakeholders toreview and enhance programs and services is also central to the role. Acting as an internal catalyst for change, the Director fosterscollaboration and implements innovative best practices, processes, and systems to address evolving business needs while maintaining marketcompetitiveness.
The Director supervises the payroll function and staff, utilizing payroll technology such as iSolve or other adoptedplatforms. This entails conducting or directing payroll audits, ensuring compliance with tax requirements, and preparing compensationproposals for the annual budget cycle. Currently, the position provides supervision to payroll and other Total Rewards personnel and servesas Co-chair of the Compensation Committee, ensuring that all tasks are executed with a sense of urgency and a customer-centric focus.
Minimum Qualifications · Earned Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution inHuman Resources or Public Administration, Business Administration, or another closely related field
· Five (5) yearsprogressively responsible human resources expertise with focused experience in classification and compensation, and benefits
·Four (4) years experience of supervisory responsibility over staff and/or leading teams
DesiredQualifications · Master's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution in HumanResources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or another closely related field
· Demonstrated leadershipexperience in the areas of classification and compensation and extensive knowledge of theories and best practices in the areas ofclassification and compensation
· Proven experience in benefits, enrollment, and vendor management; experience in the design,administration, and communication of employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
· Proficient in extracting and analyzing data from various systems, to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations and plans ofaction; the ability to collect, analyze, evaluate, interpret and apply data when creating human capital solutions. Experience andproficiency in ERP/HCM platforms desired.
· Possesses a high level of professional autonomy to exercise judgment inadministering personnel programs and processes, interpreting policy, and effectively communicating with campus leaders.
· Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, enabling the cultivation and maintenance of strong workingrelationships with campus constituents.
· Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to addressbusiness challenges, develop innovative solutions, and foster an engaged, collaborative, and informed campus community.
·Proven track record of embodying and promoting emotional intelligence in themselves and others, fostering a supportive and inclusive workenvironment, enhancing team dynamics, and driving organizational success through effective HR leadership.
· Certification(s)such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, CCP, etc.
Opportunities and Challenges COMMUNICATION ANDCOLLABORATION Build strong collaborative relationships with various departments and stakeholders to foster a culture oftransparency and communication, ensuring that voices are heard. Support ERP move with action as necessary. Mentor, support and developtalent, hold people accountable and achieve results with visionary, authentic leadership skills.
CLASSIFICATION ANDCOMPENSATION CHANGING LANDSCAPE Maintaining competitiveness in the job market while adhering to budget constraints. NPCfaces not only pressure to attract and retain top talent amidst competition but also in a smaller, rural geography. This requires balancingthe need to offer competitive salaries and benefits to attract skilled professionals with the limitations of the institution's financialresources by navigating the complex landscape of classification and compensation structures within academia and NPC.
NAVIGATING OPEN ENROLLMENT AND BENEFITS Re-engineering of our open enrollment process and refining the benefitsstructure to enhance the employee experience positively and foster a culture of well-being and satisfaction is essential. Carefulevaluation, collaboration, and strategic implementation, offers the chance to effect substantial changes that positively influence both ourworkforce and budget. In addition, participate in completion of ERP move.
HOW TO APPLY DIRECTOR OFTOTAL REWARDS - NORTHLAND PIONEER COLLEGE The position is open until filled. Materials received by May 17, 2024 will receivepriority consideration.
All confidential inquiries, nominations, referrals and applications should
be sent to the searchconsultant:
(email applications are strongly encouraged)
Sheila Lehker, President
Cizek Associates, Inc.
A complete application includes: Letter of Interest aligning skills to the Position Profile (not to exceed5 pages) Resume (chronological preferred) References – A minimum of six professional references (direct telephoneand email) Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds offorce occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects,including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required onlyoccasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, grasping,standing, walking and repetitive motions. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Littlephysical effort required.
