Director of Total Rewards

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

Title: Director of Total Rewards

Reports: Chief Human Resources Officer

Department: Global Human Resources

Employment Type: Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Grade Level:12

Location: Flexible with hybrid or remote option, NYC preference

Position Summary

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is seeking a Director, Total Rewards to provide leadership in the development, implementation, and measurement of total reward systems to value employees worldwide, competitively position the organization, and advance talent and retention strategies. Position oversees efficient implementation and long-term effectiveness with delivery of global policies, procedures, and practices, monitoring and evaluation methods and metrics, and training and technical assistance. Director, Total Rewards will drive best practices, innovation and compliance as well as collaborate globally to enhance total rewards practices and results to make a real impact on a global scale. Role serves as an advisor to ready and advance HR data insights.

Essential Job Functions

1. In collaboration with critical stakeholders and leaders, design and operationalize a Total Rewards strategy to address and align with institutional strategies, competitively position the organization, and advance talent strategies. Monitor and evaluate and deliver regular efficiency and effectiveness reporting with recommended actions.
2. Direct and manage identification and development of best practice compensation elements and methods including job classification, labor market analysis and salary structures, and reward & recognition approaches to optimize individual, team, and organizational workforce performance around the globe. Identify and develop responses to be accountable, agile, and innovative and in alignment with strategic objectives.
3. Facilitate review and delivery of employee benefits standards, procedures, and systems for meeting statutory requirements and competitively positioning WCS around the globe. Ensure all programs and plans are in compliance with national and local labor regulations and donor requirements.
4. Lead and contribute to the development and delivery of competitive and cost-effective US employee benefits strategies including the analysis, implementation and communication of health, welfare, and retirement programs for a diverse group of employees including those covered by collective bargaining units and at multiple locations. This includes plan design, open enrollment, employees’ access, and regulatory compliance.
5. Direct and oversee global mobility programs including international allowances, relocation, and other elements for international or global assignments which are cost effective, efficient, and competitively position WCS.
6. Lead and direct the assigned Total Rewards team to optimize the performance and contribution of each to the team and WCS for effective delivery, innovation, and results. Build knowledge, expertise, and capacity leveraging internal and external resources and assuring timely, effective technical assistance and counsel.
7. Implement collaborative actions with HR teams to facilitate development and evaluation of total rewards methods at the local, national, and global levels. Build knowledge, expertise, and capacity levering internal and external resources and assuring timely, effective technical assistance and counsel.

Qualification Requirements :

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of progressive total rewards experience or equivalent education and experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated success in delivering or supporting global or national solutions in multiple locations aligned with organizational objectives and measurements required.
• Strong technical knowledge in several functional areas including job classification, compensation, salary structures, employee benefits, international allowances, reward & recognition, global mobility, HRIS or HRMS reporting and analysis, workforce planning, or capacity-building required.
• Strong collaborator with effective interpersonal and analytical skills who can work seamlessly across countries, cultures, and organizational units required.
• Demonstrated ability to work, manage, and meet completing deadlines in a fast-paced environment and on deadline; aptitude for problem solving and decision making needed.
• Demonstrated sound judgment and discretion, including while handling confidential information.
• English fluency required. Proficiency in second language preferred.
• CCP, CEBS, GRP, ACCP, or other total rewards professional certification preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer

WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.

It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.

Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.