[2025-2026] KIPP NYC Associate Director, Total Rewards

About KIPP NYC

KIPP NYC Public Schools is a non-profit network of 18 free, public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. We partner with families and communities to create joyful and rigorous schools in pursuit of a more just world. In 1995 we started our first middle school, KIPP Academy, in the Bronx, with a vision that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. Today, our network consists of eight elementary schools, nine middle schools, one high school, and KIPP Forward, a comprehensive program to support our students and alumni in choosing and preparing for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. KIPP NYC currently serves more than 12,000 students and alumni, has a staff of more than 1,000 (8% of whom are alumni), and continues to grow!

Position Overview

KIPP NYC is seeking a forward-thinking Associate Director to drive innovation and excellence in our regional Total Rewards strategy. As part of the KIPP NYC People Operations team, the Associate Director, Total Rewards will design and lead employee education and support to ensure that our employees can maximize all the incredible benefits KIPP NYC has to offer. Reporting to the Senior Director, People Operations, this Associate Director will guide employees, managers, and senior leadership as they navigate our Total Rewards, in addition to overseeing vendor relationships and HR compliance.

This position is based at the KIPP NYC Shared Services Team (SST) office in Midtown Manhattan and requires occasional travel to schools and programs in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Brooklyn

If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards

• Lead the employee education on medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and wellness programs during open enrollment, new hire enrollment, and life event changes
• Design and manage leave management policies, serve as the go-to expert for employees and managers regarding leave protocols, eligibility, documentation requirements, and overall process
• Serve as the primary liaison between employees and benefit vendors, providing guidance and resources to empower our employees in their decision making
• Work closely with third-party leave administrators to facilitate accurate and timely processing.
• Oversee compliance with COBRA, FMLA, ERISA, HIPAA, and other regulations while providing employees with necessary compliance-related information
• Partner with Finance to oversee 403(b) plan administration, including audits, 5500 filings, and compliance requirements

Compensation

• Become the regional subject matter expert on our KIPP NYC salary structures, pay bands, and job leveling frameworks to provide transparent communication
• Support market benchmarking and pay equity analyses, with data-driven insights and organizational audits to support the People Team leadership in compensation decisions
• Educate employees on FLSA, pay equity laws, and local & state wage regulations by providing internal and external resources

People Operations

• Maintain high-quality data integrity of employee records, regular reporting, and compliance documentation for all benefits and compensation
• Partner with the Senior Director, People Operations to create innovative strategies for KIPP NYC Total Rewards 
• Design best-in-class materials to enhance employee usage of all total rewards programs 
• Deliver proactive and technology-forward People Operations support to enhance employee experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, People Operations, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in benefits, compensation, or total rewards
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS, benefits platforms, employment laws, and compensation analysis tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively convey  complex benefits and compensation concepts in a clear, concise, and accessible manner.
• Demonstrated data skills with experience in gap analysis, trend analysis, and compensation studies
• Strong organization and project management skills; attention to detail and accuracy especially in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated passion for KIPP NYC's mission, vision, core values, and a commitment to high quality public education

Salary & Benefits

KIPP NYC offers a competitive annual salary ranging from $105,000 - $120,000. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity, accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilities, and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:  

• Robust benefits include medical, dental, and vision. 
• Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick, and personal days.
• Flexible hybrid in-office schedule.
• Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave. 
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder Care.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives include 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement. 

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. You must notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization. 

KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City. 

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.