Exec Dir Total Rewards

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the One Energy Plaza headquarters located in Jackson, MI.  The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Executive Director, Total Rewards serves as a strategic partner by collaborating with leadership across the organization and Human Resources Professionals to achieve business priorities through a comprehensive Total Rewards Strategy, ensuring compensation and benefits programs align with the goals of the company and support a high-performance culture by rewarding and attracting top talent. This role will remain current on industry trends, best practices and compliance and drive operational excellence and innovation in all areas of responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Company's comprehensive strategy for Total Rewards using compelling, equitable compensation and benefits programs aimed at attracting and retaining world-class talent in a competitive environment and across multi-disciplines
• Provide leadership and direction to Total Rewards team and cross-functional partners to ensure executional excellence and strong regulatory compliance with all applicable legislation. Work in partnership, internally and externally, to maintain company-wide compliance to FLSA and Equal Pay Act, DOL, Wage & Hour, ERISA, COBRA, HIPPA, FMLA, IRS regulations as they relate to benefits and general compensation.
• Support the VP Human Resources, Director of Compensation and the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors to ensure governance of the Company's Compensation and Rewards programs.
• Develop and present recommendations to inform and influence quality and timeliness of company decisions; Inspire trust and build strong relationships with stakeholders
• Provide strategic direction, planning, and requirements to execute the design, implementation, communication, and administration of the companys compensation programs; including annual short- and long-term incentives and executive compensation
• Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of our rewards programs to ensure they are aligned with our business and talent strategies and monitor market trends to make recommendations for changes, as appropriate.
• Provide strategic direction, planning and requirements in the design, implementation, communication and administration of the companys benefits programs, including leave management, health and welfare, retirement & savings programs.
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to comfortably handle difficult conversations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Knowledge of Human Resource Management software (SuccessFactors), Preferred
• Knowledge and application of Lean practices and tools for continuous improvement.
• Ability to establish strong partnerships with internal customers to ensure a high level of customer service and relationship building.
• Experience working cross functionally with key stakeholders across an organization, managing relationships and organizational change dynamics with discretion and tact.
• Demonstrated success in translating organizational objectives into total rewards strategies and executing strategies to deliver business results
• Strong business acumen and financial literacy

Education/Experience

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or other related area and 12+ years of experience in functional areas including Benefits, Compensation, and leadership experience.
• [OR] Associates degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or other related area and 14+ years of experience in functional areas including Benefits, Compensation, and leadership experience.
• [OR] High School diploma and 16+ years of experience in functional areas including Benefits, Compensation, and leadership experience.

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Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. Were a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.