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AVP, Total Rewards

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University of Notre Dame

Location: Notre Dame, Indiana
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
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Job Description

Job Title

AVP, Total Rewards

Job Description

An organization’s comprehensive total rewards offering is closely connected to its success in uplifting its current workforce and attracting top talent. At the University of Notre Dame, our Total Rewards program is central to our mission of providing exceptional support and fostering the well-being of our faculty and staff, while creating a workplace that inspires excellence.

To that end, the University of Notre Dame is seeking an innovative and strategic leader to join our NDHR team as the Assistant Vice President (AVP), Total Rewards. This position is critical in shaping and executing the University’s total rewards strategy, encompassing compensation, benefits, and well-being programs for staff, faculty and retirees. Reporting to the Vice President for Human Resources, the AVP serves as a key member of the HR Leadership Team, providing strategic guidance and fostering collaboration across the HR organization and the broader campus community.

The AVP will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive benefit programs, compensation philosophy and well-being initiatives. The University of Notre Dame is currently ranked in the top tier of Total Rewards programs compared with fellow AAU (Association of American Universities) members, and we’re motivated to hire a leader with a vision toward the future to continue positioning us well.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards Strategy: Lead the design, evaluation, and implementation of compensation and benefit programs that enhance the employee value proposition and ensure compliance with ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other regulations.
Well-Being Leadership: Drive well-being initiatives, including population health strategies and wellness programming, in collaboration with the Wellness Center, campus partners, and the University Wellness Committee.
Strategic Leadership and Development: Provide direction and coaching to the Total Rewards team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional growth.
Financial Oversight: Manage budgets for benefits and compensation, including setting the university’s fringe rate for benefits. Conduct financial analyses to evaluate program performance and recommend improvements.
Collaborative Engagement: Partner with university committees, leaders, and departments to align Total Rewards programs with institutional goals, including support for international programs and student insurance offerings.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Since 1842, the University of Notre Dame has pursued an ambitious mission: to be a Force for Good in the world. Join the Notre Dame Human Resources (NDHR) team as we embrace the future of work, exploring innovative ways to advance this mission by fostering a culture of continuous growth and inspiration. Our supportive work environment, mission-driven focus, and abundant opportunities for career development are just a few reasons our team loves working here. With best-in-class benefits that you’ll help shape, you’ll not only make an impact—you’ll feel valued and supported every step of the way.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Leadership Experience: Progressive experience in leading teams. Proven ability to inspire, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.

Strategic Expertise: Demonstrated success in designing and implementing strategic programs that align with organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits Knowledge: Deep expertise in managing complex compensation structures and comprehensive benefits plans, including health, retirement, wellness, and voluntary offerings.

Department

Office of Human Resources (48000)

Department Website

https://hr.nd.edu/

Family / Sub-Family

HR / Gnrl HR

Career Stream/Level

M 4 Associate Vice President

Department Hiring Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience

Pay ID

Semi-Monthly