Total Rewards Manager

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!  

About the Role: Total Rewards Manager

As a Total Rewards Manager, you will play a key role in designing, administering, and enhancing our compensation and benefits programs. This role ensures our rewards are competitive, aligned with organizational people strategies, and fully compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and standards. You will contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of total rewards initiatives, while also creating and delivering tools and communications that support team members’ understanding and engagement. Strong communication skills—both written and in-person—are essential to effectively connect with diverse audiences and drive the success of our programs.

As a Total Rewards Manager you will:

• Partner with leadership to design and administer total rewards programs that attract, retain, and engage team members.
• Oversee benefits administration, including health, welfare, retirement, and executive plans; ensure compliance, accuracy, and a positive team member experience.
• Manage broker and vendor relationships, open enrollment, and communication tools and materials.
• Monitor industry trends, benchmarks, and internal data to keep compensation and benefits programs competitive and aligned with organizational strategies.
• Maintain job structures, market pricing, and pay equity reviews; support annual compensation adjustments and survey participation.
• Provide training, tools, and communications to ensure leaders and team members understand and utilize rewards programs effectively.

Open Shift Available:

• Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm in office

Qualifications:

• A two-year degree in a related area of study is required with a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or a similar field preferred.  Similar and extensive prior experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.  
• At least four years of prior experience in the administration of benefits and/or compensation is required.  A solid working knowledge of benefits programs including health and welfare programs as well as 401k requirements is required. 
• Strong knowledge of benefits-related rules and compliance with ERISA, IRS and similar laws and regulations.  Must have a working knowledge of FLSA compliance for the purposes of job analysis and compensation design.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of HR Information systems, developing data metrics and generating complex reports. Previous experience with UKG is preferred. 

Community Location: 5508 NW 88^th Street. Johnston, IA. 50131

What We Offer

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference.  At WesleyLife, we provide: 

Health & Wellness:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Discounted wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage

Education & Career Growth:

• Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways

Extra Perks:

• Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support

 Why Choose WesleyLife?

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.

Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the WesleyLife Way.

WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment.