Aspire Living & Learning · 2 hours ago
Director of Total Rewards & People Operations
Maryland, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expAspire Living & Learning is a company that supports neurodiverse individuals across New England and Maryland. The Director of Total Rewards & People Operations is responsible for designing a competitive compensation strategy and overseeing HRIS, benefits, and compliance functions to ensure operational excellence.
EducationHealth CareMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serve as Aspire’s subject-matter expert on compensation, advising the CPCO and executive team on pay strategy, market trends, and financial impact
Lead the creation, implementation, and ongoing refinement of Aspire’s compensation framework, including salary structures, career frameworks, job architecture, variable pay, and recognition programs
Conduct annual and mid-year compensation reviews, ensuring competitive positioning, internal equity, and budget alignment
Oversee pay equity audits and lead corrective action planning
Partner with Finance to model costs, forecast future needs, and support long-range workforce planning
Develop manager-friendly tools, guides, and training to improve compensation literacy across the organization
Develop and implement Aspire’s total rewards philosophy in alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and talent strategy
Lead the design and administration of compensation programs, including salary structures, pay equity analysis, benchmarking, and market adjustments
Partner with the Chief People & Culture Officer and Finance to analyze pay trends, affordability, and budget impact
Evaluate benefits offerings for cost-effectiveness, competitiveness, and alignment with Aspire’s culture and workforce needs
Oversee the development of clear, employee-centered communications about Aspire’s total rewards programs
Oversee the administration of employee benefits and leave programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery
Manage relationships with brokers, vendors, and consultants; lead annual renewal and open enrollment processes
Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations related to benefits, leaves, ACA, COBRA, and related filings
Partner with the Benefits Committee to review plan performance, utilization trends, and cost-saving opportunities
Lead the administration and optimization of Aspire’s HRIS (UKG) to ensure data accuracy, efficiency, and strong user experience
Oversee system configurations, workflows, reporting, and upgrades
Ensure HR data integrity and provide analytics to support strategic workforce planning, DEIB insights, and leadership reporting
Collaborate with IT and Enabling Technology to advance automation and self-service functionality
Manage the People Operations team, including HRIS, benefits, and compliance staff, fostering growth, accountability, and cross-team collaboration
Drive process improvement initiatives that streamline HR operations, enhance employee experience, and reduce administrative burden
Partner with legal, finance, and payroll to ensure compliance, consistency, and accuracy in people-related data and policies
Prepare and manage budgets, reports, and dashboards for People & Culture operations
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chief People & Culture Officer on data-driven decision-making related to pay, benefits, and workforce trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; advanced degree or HR certification preferred
7+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Demonstrated experience managing HR operations, benefits, and HRIS, with growing expertise in compensation or total rewards
Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to interpret and communicate complex data clearly
Proven experience managing vendor relationships and leading cross-functional projects
Proficiency in UKG or other major HRIS systems
Deep knowledge of applicable state and federal employment and benefits laws
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Strategic thinker who can balance operational precision with long-term vision
Must have satisfactory background checks
Valid driver's license and safe driving record
Preferred
advanced degree or HR certification
Benefits
Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!
Company
Aspire Living & Learning
Aspire Living & Learning is a nonprofit organization that provides education, treatment and support services for people within the region.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lou Giramma
Chief Executive Officer
Erica Metzger Hare
Chief Financial and Strategy Officer
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