VP Total Rewards
 MultiCare Health System | |
paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b)
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 United States, Washington, Tacoma | |
| 603 South J Street (Show on map) | |
 Apr 14, 2026 | |
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Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Business Hours The Pay Scale is $328,578 to $444,538 Position Summary As a key leader within a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system, the Vice President of Total Rewards is responsible for designing and governing Total Rewards programs-including compensation, benefits, wellbeing, and retirement plans-to support a diverse workforce of more than 28,000 employees. The VP ensures programs strengthen MultiCare's ability to attract, retain, and engage talent across clinical, administrative, technical, and union-represented roles, while supporting long-term workforce sustainability and organizational performance.Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership:Develop a Total Rewards strategy that supports system-wide engagement, retention, and workforce wellbeing. Align all programs with MultiCare's mission and vision, ensuring competitive and financially responsible offerings. Contribute as an active member of the Human Potential senior leadership team, fostering collaboration across Centers of Expertise. Compensation Leadership (Clinical, Union, and Executive): Oversee equitable and consistent compensation programs for all employee groups. Partner with Labor Relations to support collective bargaining with strong market analysis, costing, and contract-aligned structures. Lead executive and leadership compensation governance to ensure compliance, transparency, and alignment with not-for-profit standards. Benefits, Wellbeing, and Retirement Programs: Provide strategic and fiduciary oversight of retirement programs, including: Defined contribution plans (403(b), 401(a), 401(k), 457(b)/(f)); Defined benefit plans; SERPs and deferred compensation programs. Design benefits and wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and whole-person care for a 24/7 caregiving workforce. Governance, Compliance & Not-for-Profit Stewardship: Maintain strong governance for all compensation, benefits, and retirement programs. Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, IRS regulations (including 409A), and not-for-profit compensation standards. Provide transparent reporting to the Board, Compensation Committee, and Retirement/Pension Committees. Labor Relations Partnership: Support labor negotiations with competitive, sustainable Total Rewards proposals. Ensure contract compliance and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with union partners. HR Technology, People Analytics & Operational Excellence: Advance HRIS and people analytics capabilities that enhance insight into workforce investment, pay equity, retirement liabilities, and benefit utilization. Streamline processes to improve employee experience and operational effectiveness. Engagement & Communication: Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, clinical, and executive partners. Deliver clear and accessible Total Rewards communication that supports understanding, transparency, and trust. Requirements:
Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. Growth and education Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. Well-being and support Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. Living our values Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. Belonging for all Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here. | |