The Role
Lead design and execution of compensation and benefits programs, including pay equity analyses, salary structures, incentives, benefits administration, vendor management, compliance, HRIS-driven analytics, and clear employee communications to support attraction, retention, and organizational growth.
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About Us
We are an award-winning California-based environmental consulting firm with 550+ professionals and more than 30 years of diverse experience serving clients in transportation, energy, water, infrastructure, private development, and government sectors. Our mission is to deliver practical, science-based environmental and planning solutions that support communities, infrastructure, and natural systems.
As a people-centric organization, we value collaboration, fairness, and transparency, and are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both personal and professional growth while offering robust career opportunities. We are especially proud of our recent Great Place to Work® certification, which reflects an independent assessment of our culture and our team member experiences.
About The Role
Rincon Consultants is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of our compensation and benefits programs. This role is both strategic and hands-on—ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, systems, and employee experience.
You’ll partner closely with leadership, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure our total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with our culture and growth strategy.
What Sets You Apart
Our Total Rewards Manager plays a critical role in how we attract, retain, and engage talent. You will shape programs that directly impact employee experience while building scalable, modern systems that support a growing organization.
How We Collaborate
While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.
What You’ll Do
Compensation Strategy & Programs
The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000–$150,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary ranges are based on the market median of similar jobs, according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Base pay is determined based on internal equity and a candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security. Our benefits are designed to offer flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement. Explore more about our culture, benefits, and life at Rincon on our Culture and Benefits page.
Additional Employment Information
Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.
We are an award-winning California-based environmental consulting firm with 550+ professionals and more than 30 years of diverse experience serving clients in transportation, energy, water, infrastructure, private development, and government sectors. Our mission is to deliver practical, science-based environmental and planning solutions that support communities, infrastructure, and natural systems.
As a people-centric organization, we value collaboration, fairness, and transparency, and are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both personal and professional growth while offering robust career opportunities. We are especially proud of our recent Great Place to Work® certification, which reflects an independent assessment of our culture and our team member experiences.
About The Role
Rincon Consultants is seeking a Total Rewards Manager to lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of our compensation and benefits programs. This role is both strategic and hands-on—ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, systems, and employee experience.
You’ll partner closely with leadership, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure our total rewards programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with our culture and growth strategy.
What Sets You Apart
- You bring a modern, data-driven approach to Total Rewards
- You’ve built or improved scalable compensation processes and systems
- You balance strategic thinking with operational execution
- You communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Our Total Rewards Manager plays a critical role in how we attract, retain, and engage talent. You will shape programs that directly impact employee experience while building scalable, modern systems that support a growing organization.
How We Collaborate
While this role may offer flexible work arrangements that can include a mix of in-office and remote work, our changing business needs will ultimately determine our level of remote-work flexibility. Additionally, to promote in-person collaboration and client teaming, we prioritize hiring those who reside within 50 miles of a Rincon office which currently includes: Carlsbad, Fresno, Los Angeles, Monterey, Oakland, Palm Springs, Riverside, Sacramento, San Luis Obispo, San Diego, San Jose, Santa Barbara, and Ventura.
What You’ll Do
Compensation Strategy & Programs
- Evolve a market-informed, equitable, and performance-driven compensation philosophy
- Lead pay equity analyses and ensure consistent, fair pay practices
- Manage salary structures, benchmarking, and job architecture
- Design and improve technology-enabled compensation processes (annual + off-cycle)
- Partner with leaders to ensure consistent application of compensation guidelines
- Oversee bonus, incentive, and recognition programs aligned with performance
- Evaluate program effectiveness and drive improvements
- Lead administration of health, retirement, and wellness programs
- Manage annual renewals, vendor negotiations, and cost strategy
- Own relationships with brokers, carriers, and consultants
- Drive performance, service quality, and cost optimization
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and related regulations
- Support audits, reporting, and governance practices
- Deliver clear, transparent communication on compensation and benefits
- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders
- Track metrics on compensation competitiveness, utilization, and ROI
- Use data insights to evolve programs and inform decisions
- 7–10+ years of progressive experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or Benefits
- Strong expertise in compensation program design, benchmarking, and pay equity
- Experience leading benefits renewals and vendor negotiations
- Analytical mindset with experience using HRIS and data tools
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices
- Experience in professional services or multi-disciplinary environments preferred
- Certifications such as CCP, CBP, or CEBS are a plus
The base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000–$150,000, plus a generous benefits program. Salary ranges are based on the market median of similar jobs, according to third-party salary benchmark surveys. Base pay is determined based on internal equity and a candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support employee well-being, growth, and financial security. Our benefits are designed to offer flexibility and choice, including health coverage options, employer-sponsored insurance, retirement benefits, generous time off, and programs that support learning, growth, and community engagement. Explore more about our culture, benefits, and life at Rincon on our Culture and Benefits page.
Additional Employment Information
Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.
Skills Required
- 7-10+ years progressive experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or Benefits
- Expertise in compensation program design, benchmarking, and pay equity analyses
- Experience leading benefits renewals and vendor negotiations
- Analytical mindset with experience using HRIS and data tools
- Knowledge of ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and related regulatory requirements
- Experience in professional services or multi-disciplinary environments
- Certifications such as CCP, CBP, or CEBS
- Residence within 50 miles of a Rincon office (preferred hiring priority)
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening (condition of employment)
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The Company
What We Do
Rincon Consultants, Inc. is an award-winning California-based environmental consulting firm with over 30 years of experience. They provide multi-disciplinary environmental sciences, planning, and engineering services to clients in the transportation, energy, water, infrastructure, private development, and government sectors. Their mission is to deliver practical, science-based solutions that support communities, infrastructure, and natural systems.
