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Head of Total Rewards

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Robert Half

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United States , Portland

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Job Description:

Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Head of Total Rewards to lead and oversee compensation and benefits strategies within a local municipality. Based in Portland, Oregon, this role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in developing equitable and comprehensive rewards programs that align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring innovative approaches to enhance employee satisfaction and retention while ensuring compliance with industry standards and legal regulations.

Job Responsibility:

  • Provide expert consultation to executive leadership and management teams regarding compensation and benefits programs and policies
  • Develop and manage comprehensive compensation and benefits models that promote equity, performance, and alignment with organizational objectives
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while integrating industry best practices into rewards strategies
  • Lead the evaluation and classification of positions to ensure fair pay and job alignment, with a focus on equity
  • Prepare and present detailed forecasts, analyses, and recommendations on compensation strategies to leadership
  • Build transparency around policies and processes through effective communication and stakeholder collaboration
  • Oversee the administration of benefits programs while driving improvements to employee satisfaction and well-being
  • Address complex challenges in classification and compensation with innovative solutions
  • Collaborate with the well-being committee to design and implement initiatives that support employee health and engagement

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in human resources with a focus on compensation and benefits administration
  • Strong knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations
  • Proven ability to develop and implement equitable rewards programs that align with organizational goals
  • Expertise in using HRIS systems for data analysis and program management
  • Exceptional analytical skills for conducting compensation benchmarking and surveys
  • Effective communication skills to present analyses and recommendations to stakeholders
  • Ability to address complex employee relations and classification issues
  • Experience in strategic planning and collaboration with cross-functional teams
What we offer:
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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