Coordinator, Total Rewards
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Before you apply
LocationRemote
Work moderemote
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentHuman Resources
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 21, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
How You’ll Contribute
About the company
The Human Resources (HR) team works to find, grow and retain talent and build the NGS community. HR is dedicated to designing and building people and total reward strategies that enhance employee culture and the employee experience at NGS. The HR department includes HR Business Partners, Total Rewards & Recognition, Talent Management, and it leads the internship program at NGS.
The Total Rewards Coordinator is a key member of the Human Resources team, focusing on ensuring operational excellence across Compensation, Benefits, and Recognition programs. This role reports to the Director of Total Rewards and requires close collaboration with the Total Rewards team to support initiatives that align with the Society’s mission.
Your Impact
Responsibilities Include
Benefits Support (30%)
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Processes invoices for the Total Rewards team and claims payments for designated benefit plans, including resolving vendor invoicing discrepancies.
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Assist the Total Rewards Partner with benefit plan audits to ensure accuracy of premium and enrollment data.
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Assists the retiree and former staff population with general inquiries about their questions regarding retiree medical, life insurance, pension and 401(k) benefits.
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Processes life insurance claims on behalf of our active and retiree population.
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Assists with the administrative tasks related to the annual open enrollment period.
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Responds to employee inquiries by returning phone calls and managing the benefits inbox and Slack communication.
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Supports the coordination of information for the annual audits for the retirement plans.
Reward and Recognition Support (30%)
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Administers the routine entry of recipient data into the recognition platform and keeps reports for Senior leadership up to date using real time data.
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Ensures gifts are claimed in a timely manner.
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Assists with maintaining and updating the gift stores within the recognition platform.
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Assists with the administration and coordination of the annual awards program.
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Conducts research to support the improvement of current reward programs and the development of new ones.
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Maintains and as needed compiles data for the quarterly reports for the executive team detailing the utilization of all rewards.