Compensation Specialist

Brantford; Brantford; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible work from home

Wellness program

Job summary

The City of Brantford is seeking a Compensation Specialist reporting to the Manager of Total Rewards. You will administer compensation programs, conduct job evaluation, market compensation reviews and salary administration across full-time and part-time staff, ensuring data integrity and equity.

The role includes leading pay equity initiatives, benchmarking, and preparing job descriptions. A strong analytical background, advanced Excel skills, and knowledge of applicable acts are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of progressive human resources experience managing job evaluation and compensation programs and administration.
• Knowledge of job analysis, job evaluation principles, and data integrity
• Strong Excel skills, data collection, entry and analysis

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the City's compensation program and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Lead job evaluation processes (union and non-union) and educate managers and employees on the process.
• Assist in salary reviews, benchmarking and compensation surveys.
• Maintain current job descriptions and ensure data integrity.
• Lead Pay Equity compliance activities and initiatives.
• Provide wage administration research to support collective bargaining.
• Ensure confidentiality and handle sensitive information with sound judgment.

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. At the City of Brantford, we strive to reflect our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Respect and Inclusion in everything we do. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

Reporting to the Manager of Total Rewards, the Compensation Specialist is responsible for the administration and implementation of the City's compensation programs which include, job evaluation, market compensation reviews and salary administration. The Compensation Specialist will provide advice and guidance on compensation, job evaluation, 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:

• Coordinates the City's compensation program and procedures and provides data-driven recommendations
• Serves 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 (union and non-union), including educating managers and employees on the process
• Investigates and researches job fact sheets or role profiles as required
• Assists in training committee members, 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
• Lead Pay Equity compliance activities and initiatives in conjunction with the Manager, including workforce analysis, job classification comparisons, reporting and ongoing program maintenance
• Assists with annual salary reviews, benchmarking and compensation surveys
• Assists with the administration of large compensation structure redesign/Pay Equity projects for employee groups (e.g. Exempt, Part Time, CUPE, IBEW, ATU, Fire compensation reviews)
• 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 to support the collective bargaining process
• Maintains current job descriptions, with accurate information
• Stays current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to compensation
• 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 three (3) 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
• Knowledge of prevailing employment legislation, such as Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Act, and Human Rights Code
• High level of research, problem solving skills and superior attention to detail with an emphasis on data integrity are required
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement practical, effective solutions
• Possesses sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information
• 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
• The successful candidate must hold a valid class G Ontario Driver's License in good standing and have access to their own transportation to travel between corporate facilities

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 Cityof Brantford, people are our priority. #TeamBrantford employees are our most valuable resource and we believe it'simportant to offer a competitive total rewards package.

Paid training and professional development, the flexibility to work from home in some positions and wellness andwork 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.