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SENIOR DIRECTOR, TOTAL REWARDS

Shape the Future of Compensation & Benefits at Jostens

ABOUT YOU:

Are you a strategic Total Rewards leader ready to build forward-looking programs that attract, retain, and engage talent? Jostens is seeking a Senior Director, Total Rewards to lead the development and administration of compensation, benefits, and HR systems. In this high-impact role, you will drive strategy, compliance, and innovation across all aspects of Total Rewards while managing a team of three. If you're passionate about leading with purpose, optimizing employee experience, and ensuring regulatory excellence—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

YOU WILL:

+ Lead Total Rewards Strategy. Design and implement compensation and benefits programs aligned with Jostens’ business objectives, compensation philosophy, and future workforce needs.

+ Oversee Compensation Programs. Manage salary planning, incentive structures, and performance management processes. Conduct market analysis, job evaluations, and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.

+ Drive Benefits Innovation. Administer health and welfare plans, lead open enrollment, manage vendor relationships, and evaluate benefit design for cost-effectiveness and value.

+ Ensure Regulatory Compliance. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local compensation and benefit laws—including FLSA, ERISA, HIPAA, and COBRA—while overseeing internal audits and documentation.

+ Support HRIS and Reporting. Manage the relationship with ADP, oversee HR reporting and dashboarding, and support automation and analytics capabilities.

+ Partner Across the Business. Serve as a consultative advisor to HR and business leaders on compensation, benefits, and workforce planning strategies.

+ Lead and Develop Talent. Manage and coach a team of three, fostering growth, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.

+ Typical/expected % of overnight travel: less than 5%

YOU HAVE:

+ Education. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Industrial Relations, or related field.

+ Experience. 10+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, including 3+ years designing salary/incentive programs and 3+ years leading health, welfare, and non-traditional benefit offerings.

+ Leadership & Innovation. Demonstrated success leading people and programs with a strategic mindset and a history of innovation.Experience providing guidance to HR and business leaders.

+ Technical Expertise. Deep knowledge of compensation and benefits strategies, federal and state regulations, and executive compensation.

+ Systems and Tools Proficiency. Strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills. Must have experience with ADP.

+ Analytical and Communication Skills. Highly detail-oriented with strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Strong Excel skills. Articulate and adaptable communicator with a strong sense of accountability and discretion.

+ Professionalism and Confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information discreetly, with a strong sense of accountability and ethics.

+  Regulatory Acumen. Experience with HIPAA, FLSA, and executive compensation and benefits regulations.

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:

+ We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.

+ We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.

+ We believe in flexibility. We offer a hybrid schedule with on-site work 3 days a week.

+ We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company paid holidays, and family paid leave.

+ We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

+ We believe in pay transparency. The salary range is $180,000 to $200,000 with 35% annual bonus eligibility.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 31, 2025

ABOUT US:

Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products — like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings — keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here (https://f.io/HIAsH659) .

ALL ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCES: Our Human Resources team combines innovation, ethics, and strategic thinking to establish a team that is driven to succeed. We focus on the growth potential of our team members and helping each individual find their path to success. You will become a true business partner who is leveraged in all aspects of the business and your voice will be heard. Our leadership team is inspiring and supportive allowing you to provide insight and value. Our team's success is directly related to a culture of cross-team collaboration, and everyone plays a significant part. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that allows for personal and professional flexibility. We cannot wait to show you what our HR Team has to offer at Jostens!

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):

Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at [email protected] or (952) 830-3300.

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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