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Summary:The Director, Total Rewards provides strategic and hands-on leadership for the organization’s compensation, benefits, payroll, and People Systems functions. As a key member of the HR Leadership Team, this leader translates enterprise strategy into effective programs and disciplined execution, builds trusted cross-functional partnerships, develops high-performing teams, and delivers competitive Total Rewards programs, reliable payroll operations, and scalable People Systems that support organizational growth and a positive employee experience. *Hybrid/Remote Flexibility** What We Do: At Rain for Rent®, we move water—every day. As the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, we’re recognized for our systems engineering expertise, cost-effective problem solving, and the high value we deliver to organizations facing critical liquid management challenges. Our experienced teams, supported by skilled engineers, are continually redefining what customers expect from a liquid handling provider. We design innovative equipment and harness cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of the toughest environments. From water handling and irrigation to temporary liquid storage, our solutions consistently exceed customer expectations for quality and service. We are committed to completing every project safely, efficiently, on time—and done right the first time. To learn more about Rain for Rent® please check out this short 2 minute YouTube video here. Rain for Rent® employees take great pride in being part of a family-owned company with a rich and enduring legacy. For over 91 years, we’ve delivered consistent, high-quality products and services to our customers. With more than 70 locations across the U.S., Canada, and the UK, Rain for Rent remains committed to excellence. Honesty and integrity are at the core of everything we do. Our dedicated team strives to exceed expectations through exceptional service and unwavering quality. Summary: The Director, Total Rewards provides strategic and hands-on leadership for the organization’s compensation, benefits, payroll, and People Systems functions. As a key member of the HR Leadership Team, this leader translates enterprise strategy into effective programs and disciplined execution, builds trusted cross-functional partnerships, develops high-performing teams, and delivers competitive Total Rewards programs, reliable payroll operations, and scalable People Systems that support organizational growth and a positive employee experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. • Develop and execute a Total Rewards strategy aligned with business growth, workforce needs, talent priorities, and employee engagement. • Lead compensation philosophy, job architecture, salary structures, market benchmarking, pay equity analyses, and enterprise-wide rewards programs. • Collaborate with FP&A and Accounting on annual compensation planning, merit budgeting, incentive programs, and pay-for-performance processes, including analysis and recommendations for leadership; lead annual plan review and redesign. • Ensure governance, documentation, controls, eligibility rules, approvals, calculations, and payment validation for commission and incentive plans. • Lead benefits strategy, plan design, cost modeling, renewals, enrollment, and employee communications across health, welfare, retirement, and other benefit programs. Quantify the financial and workforce impact of proposed changes and identify opportunities for savings, risk reduction, and return on investment. • Evaluate benefit utilization, employee value, market competitiveness, and cost-management opportunities while supporting the Employee Benefits Committee. • Provide strategic oversight of multi-state payroll operations, controls, tax compliance, audits, and service delivery to ensure accurate, timely, efficient, and scalable processing. • Lead People Systems enhancements, user adoption, self-service capabilities, automation, and simplified employee and manager workflows. • Establish a reliable source of truth for employee, compensation, benefits, and payroll data; develop leadership dashboards and workforce analytics that enable data-informed decisions. • Prepare executive- and Board-level analyses, recommendations, and presentations on compensation, incentive outcomes, benefits strategy, pay equity, workforce investments, and related risks. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, this individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. • 10+ years of progressive experience across Total Rewards, compensation, benefits, payroll, or related disciplines. • 5+ years of people leadership experience, including building teams, setting service standards, and developing talent. • Demonstrated success leading compensation strategy and enterprise-wide rewards programs in a medium-to-large organization. • Experience overseeing multi-state payroll processing, governance, controls, tax compliance, and payroll systems. • Experience leading benefits strategy, plan design, renewals, regulatory compliance, and vendor or broker relationships. • Strong analytical, financial modeling, workforce analytics, and presentation capabilities. • Strong knowledge of multi-state wage-and-hour, payroll tax, ERISA, ACA, retirement-plan, and benefits requirements. • Ability to translate complex data into practical recommendations and lead cross-functional initiatives. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. At RfR, in-person work at our offices and/or branch locations is a top priority because it allows us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and builds a workplace culture that drives our continued success. This role requires regular onsite presence at RfR offices and branch locations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor changing weather conditions and well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation. The employee is periodically exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, extreme cold and heat (non-weather), vibration, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. What We Offer: At Rain for Rent®, we take pride in taking care of our team. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Our offerings include: • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance • Matching 401(k) retirement savings plan • Competitive base salary • Nine paid holidays and a generous paid time off (PTO) program • Tuition reimbursement to support continued education • Company-sponsored training and career development opportunities • This role is eligible for our annual incentive bonus plan • And many other valuable perks We are proud to support those who have served our country. We are honored to share that Rain for Rent® has earned the Military Friendly® Employer Gold (MFE) Gold Designation for 2026! This is our fourth consecutive year being recognized, and our second year achieving Gold-level distinction. We are committed to hiring and supporting veterans. Vets - Rain for Rent® When you join the Rain for Rent team, you're not just building a career—you’re building meaningful relationships, doing work that matters, and making a positive impact in your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent® team today. **Rain for Rent® does not accept 3rd party applicants** Rain for Rent® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law. Estimated Salary Pay: $150,000 - $200,000 annual + incentive opportunity #LI-MH1

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Hybrid/Remote Flexibility**
To learn more about Rain for Rent® please check out this short 2 minute YouTube video here.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.
Develop and execute a Total Rewards strategy aligned with business growth, workforce needs, talent priorities, and employee engagement.
Lead compensation philosophy, job architecture, salary structures, market benchmarking, pay equity analyses, and enterprise-wide rewards programs.
Ensure governance, documentation, controls, eligibility rules, approvals, calculations, and payment validation for commission and incentive plans.
Evaluate benefit utilization, employee value, market competitiveness, and cost-management opportunities while supporting the Employee Benefits Committee.
Provide strategic oversight of multi-state payroll operations, controls, tax compliance, audits, and service delivery to ensure accurate, timely, efficient, and scalable processing.
Lead People Systems enhancements, user adoption, self-service capabilities, automation, and simplified employee and manager workflows.
Establish a reliable source of truth for employee, compensation, benefits, and payroll data; develop leadership dashboards and workforce analytics that enable data-informed decisions.
Prepare executive- and Board-level analyses, recommendations, and presentations on compensation, incentive outcomes, benefits strategy, pay equity, workforce investments, and related risks.
To perform this job successfully, this individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience across Total Rewards, compensation, benefits, payroll, or related disciplines.
5+ years of people leadership experience, including building teams, setting service standards, and developing talent.
Demonstrated success leading compensation strategy and enterprise-wide rewards programs in a medium-to-large organization.
Experience overseeing multi-state payroll processing, governance, controls, tax compliance, and payroll systems.
Experience leading benefits strategy, plan design, renewals, regulatory compliance, and vendor or broker relationships.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, workforce analytics, and presentation capabilities.
Strong knowledge of multi-state wage-and-hour, payroll tax, ERISA, ACA, retirement-plan, and benefits requirements.
Ability to translate complex data into practical recommendations and lead cross-functional initiatives.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

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