Director, Total Rewards & Hris

Why we need you:

• The Director of Total Rewards & HRIS will lead Wisk's enterprise wide Total Rewards strategy that aligns and supports our objectives, optimize Human Resources Information Systems and ensure compliance with associated federal, state, and local requirements.  Additionally, you will be responsible for developing effective communication and change management strategies to drive employee awareness, engagement, and understanding of Total Rewards.  This position will be instrumental in helping position Wisk as the employer of choice during our journey to "Deliver safe everyday flight for everyone". 
• The successful candidate is a dynamic professional with a deep understanding of Total Rewards strategies, payroll, HR technologies, and has a proven track record enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction while driving operational efficiency.  The incumbent is highly knowledgeable in compensation, benefits and payroll, and has hands-on experience developing programs and driving continuous improvement in HR processes through technology enhancements.
• The Director of Total Rewards & HRIS must be proactive, forward thinking and self-motivated with the ability to inspire and lead change.  If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing Total Rewards, payroll and HR technologies, we invite you to apply and lead our organization in fostering an engaging and rewarding workplace.

What you will do:

• Lead key strategic initiatives: 
• -Total Rewards - You will design and deliver compensation and benefits programs that are well understood and valued by people managers and employees. You will manage critical initiatives such as the annual compensation cycle including short term and long term incentive plans. These initiatives will help ensure consistency and equity in compensation and drive employee engagement and retention.
• -HRIS - You will lead the HRIS function, oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of HR technology systems. In collaboration with stakeholders, select, implement and manage a core HR system,  time & attendance system and a payroll system.  Build and maintain systems and process side of Total Rewards, including HRIS configuration and partnership with external solution providers.
• -Payroll - You will oversee the payroll processes for the U.S. and Canada to ensure employees are paid timely and correctly based on the countries respective regulations. 
• Communication strategies & collaboration: You will develop and implement communication strategies to drive employee awareness and understanding of Total Rewards programs, payroll and HR systems.  You will work collaboratively with Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, HRBPs, IT, Finance, Legal, Marketing, various Wisk leadership, and appropriate external vendors on compensation, benefits, payroll and HR technology systems. 
• Guidance & Trends: You will provide interpretation of Company philosophy, policy, and principles related to all areas of Total Rewards to employees, people managers, and other stakeholders. This guidance will help ensure that all stakeholders clearly understand Wisk's compensation philosophy and policies. You will monitor external trends and recommend changes as appropriate to ensure Wisk remains competitive in attracting, developing and retaining top talent. This will help ensure that the Company's Total Rewards programs remain relevant and competitive in the marketplace.
• Compliance and Risk Management:  Ensure compliance with relevant in-country, federal, state and local labor laws, regulations, and industry standards.  Implement effective risk management strategies related to compensation, benefits, payroll and HRIS activities.
• Vendor Management:  Manage relationships with internal and external parties, ensuring optimal performance and value.  Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements and innovative solutions.

What you have done:

• You have 10+ years of progressive experience in HR, with a focus on Total Rewards and HRIS, including a strong emphasis on compensation administration, payroll, benefits and HR systems implementations.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, business or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing and managing salary and annual incentive programs for all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated experience with multi state payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience leading HR technology projects and managing HRIS platforms.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP, CPP,, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.

Who you are:

• You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex challenges. 
• You do what is right, and your actions match our words. You are committed to earning and keeping trust through transparency and owning your wins and mistakes.
• You are bold in your ideas and courageous in your actions. You question the status quo, expand boundaries, and strive to deliver world-changing results. 
• You are a solution-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset.  
• You honor your commitments and keep your promises, even when it is hard.
• You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience.
• You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion.
• You are a positive team player.  You believe that together we can achieve more than you can alone. You believe that collaboration drives innovation, captures individuals' and teams' unique strengths, and supports shared success.

$205,582 - $236,301 a year

In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent Total Rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range the Company expects to pay:  $205,582 - $236,301  per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.

We are located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.