Manager Total Rewards

Municipal Property Assessment Corporation

Pickering

On-site

CAD 108,208 - 135,259

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A governmental assessment organization is seeking a Manager, Total Rewards to enhance compensation, benefits, and recognition programs. The ideal candidate possesses a university degree in Human Resources Management and at least 7 years of HR experience in a unionized environment. This mid-senior level full-time role is pivotal for aligning rewards with business goals in Ontario.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a unionized environment.
Strong understanding of compensation and benefits programs.
Ability to travel across Ontario as required.

Responsibilities

Lead development and improvement of total rewards programs.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leaders on program alignment with business objectives.
Oversee compliance with compensation processes and market reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Strategic thinking

Education

University degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Job description

Overview

Base pay range: CA$108,208.00/yr - CA$135,259.00/yr

Do you want to be part of a team helping to strengthen every community across Ontario? Are you interested in seeing the importance of your work firsthand?

Become a Manager, Total Rewards with MPAC

The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) is made up of a team of experts who understand local communities and assess every property in Ontario. What we do provides the very foundation that municipalities use to base the property taxes needed to pay for the services we use every day.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism

MPAC is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. We are taking important steps towards ensuring that all voices are respected, valued and being heard. MPAC is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees can bring their full, unique and authentic selves and are inspired to do their best work.

What makes you great for this role?

Be part of HR’s transformation—drive change, spark innovation, and shape the future of total rewards. You are a strategic HR leader with expertise in compensation, benefits, and recognition, skilled at aligning rewards strategies with organizational goals and anticipating workforce needs. A trusted advisor to senior leaders, you influence decision-making and guide best practices. You inspire and coach your team to deliver high-quality results, while leveraging data, insights, and trends to enhance programs and drive continuous improvement.

You have:

University degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field of study - or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, preferably in a unionized environment within a broader public sector agency and/or medium to large private/public corporation, including at least 3 years in program or people leadership roles
Expertise in administering compensation and benefits and recognition programs
Knowledge of pension plan design and administration requirements
Experience with labour and compensation legislation including the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Act, Pension and Benefits Act, and Labour Relations Act
Strong analytical, strategic, and creative problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize new or changing information into actionable recommendations
Excellent verbal and written communication, facilitation, and presentation skills, combined with tact, diplomacy, and objectivity
Strong leadership skills to manage, coach, and mentor staff while delivering on strategic objectives
Willingness to travel to head office, field offices and corporate events across Ontario as needed

Nice to have:

What you will do:

Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of MPAC’s total rewards programs, including compensation, benefits, retirement, and recognition initiatives
Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leaders to ensure total rewards programs support MPAC’s business objectives and attract, retain, and engage top talent
Oversee annual compensation processes, market reviews, pay equity, and job evaluation to ensure compliance, competitiveness, and internal equity
Manage employee group benefits and retirement programs, leading renewals, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives
Monitor trends, legislation, and industry practices to recommend enhancements that improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness
Manage and coach a team of professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning
Partner with HR and business leaders to deliver effective communications, education, and support for managers and employees
Champion employee engagement through innovative recognition and rewards initiatives, ensuring alignment with MPAC’s culture and values

Additional Information:

Requisition ID: 2723
Job Type: Non-Union Management
Closing Date: September 22, 2025

Ready to apply?

Please note, only applications submitted through the Applicant Tracking System will be accepted.

Application and accommodations

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background verification with Mintz Global Screening. By applying to this job posting, you are providing your consent to MPAC to share your name, email address and phone number with Mintz, to conduct the criminal and driver abstract check and for Mintz to disclose the results to MPAC, should you be the successful incumbent.

MPAC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflect the diversity of the public and communities we serve.

Persons with disability who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may email their request to careers@mpac.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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