Compensation & Job Evaluation Specialist

The City of Brantford; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brantford seeks a Compensation and Job Evaluation Specialist to oversee compensation programs and job evaluations. This role requires significant HR experience, knowledge of pay equity, and advanced analytical skills, offering a competitive salary and growth in a supportive environment focused on equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Paid training and professional development

Flexibility to work from home

Wellness and work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressive HR experience in compensation and job evaluation.
• Two years experience in research and job analysis.
• Knowledge of job analysis and evaluation principles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer the City's compensation and job evaluation processes.
• Conduct job evaluations and maintain job descriptions.
• Provide consultative recommendations on compensation strategies.

Skills

Research skills

Problem solving

Data integrity

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Degree/diploma in Human Resources or Business Administration

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation

Certified Human Resources (CHRL) designation

Job description

Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our hybrid work environment. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources Services, the Compensation and Job Evaluation Specialist is responsible for the coordination, design, analysis, implementation and administration of the City s compensation, job evaluation, market reviews and salary administration. This position provides consultative recommendations, design advice and guidance on compensation strategies, maintains the integrity of the City compensation program, and participates in the creation of new programs and policies to enhance the compensation strategy and competitive positioning while ensuring data integrity and consistency. Duties include but are not limited to :

• Monitors, analyzes, and coordinates the City's compensation program and procedures and makes recommendations
• Acts as the primary contact for all compensation related matters for all full time and part time staff ensuring appropriate pay rates, progression and applicable compensation eligibility is applied
• Coordinates the job evaluation processes, including educating managers and employees on the process. Investigates and researches job fact sheets or role profiles as required
• Co-Chairs CUPE job evaluation meetings, trains committee members, coaches managers, processes results and maintains all job evaluation records
• Conducts job evaluation for new and revised roles using the existing JE methodology
• Provides advice on job design and organizational structure as it relates to job evaluation
• Conducts annual salary reviews, completes benchmark surveys, analyzes and evaluates the competitiveness and effectiveness of salary programs and makes recommendations based on analyses
• Administers large compensation structure redesign / Pay Equity projects for employee groups (e.g. Exempt, Part Time, CUPE, IBEW, ATU, Fire compensation reviews)
• Ensures compliance with ESA, Pay Equity and other related legislation
• Ensures employees are fully informed and updated on compensation related matters, responds to employee inquiries / concerns, monitors issues and provides process support
• Provides wage administration research support the collective bargaining process
• Manages successful partnerships with external vendors and third-party consultants related to compensation, wage surveys and job evaluation
• Maintains current job descriptions, ensuring up to date duties and job information
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree and / or diploma in related field such as Human Resources / Business Administration and / or other related program
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive human resources experience managing job evaluation and compensation programs and administration, preferably in a municipal unionized environment
• Minimum two (2) years experience in research and job analysis, job evaluation principles, compensation structures and facilitating committee meetings
• Demonstrated knowledge of :

o Job analysis and job evaluation principles for pay equity compliance

o Statistical data collection, entry, and analysis using Excel

o Preparation of accurate job descriptions for multiple uses

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is an asset
• Certified Human Resources (CHRL) designation is an asset
• High level of research, problem solving skills and superior attention to detail with an emphasis on data integrity are required
• Strong mathematical, analytical and critical thinking skills (dealing with numbers, complex calculations, formulas and costing). Advanced statistics and forecasting skills
• Strong relationship management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced computer skills including Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables and lookups), Word, PowerPoint and JDE Edwards and complex reporting skills queries, formulas)
• Solid integrity and demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality
• Ability to do modeling and forecasting, and to link and work with multiple spreadsheets
• Ability to collect, analyze and manipulate large sets of data
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines

As a condition of employment, proof of current and valid certificate(s) and / or educational qualifications will be required.

What We Offer

The City of Brantford is an equal opportunity employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. At the City of Brantford, people are our priority. #TeamBrantford employees are our most valuable resource and we believe it's important to offer a competitive total rewards package.

Paid training and professional development, the flexibility to work from home in some positions and wellness and work life balance are just some of the great things the City of Brantford has to offer. When you work with us, you'll know you're doing important work that matters and helps build a better Brantford. Come grow with us.

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