Manager, Total Compensation and HR Systems

Manager, Total Compensation and HR Systems

Waterloo Regional Police Service

With more than 1000 sworn and civilian members, the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) requires a Manager, Total Compensation and HR Systems. The WRPS delivers exceptional police services to more than 575,000 residents. The Waterloo Region is a vital and prosperous community in Southern Ontario that offers the unique combination of a growing urban centre surrounded by four rural communities. You will work in a community proud of its diversity, and within an organization focused on its people.

As the Manager, Total Compensation and HR Systems…  

You Will:

• Lead the development of appropriate policies, processes and practices to govern activities in compensation; in consultation with relevant stakeholders, develop and implement plans to ensure that manager and employee compensation programs are compliant with internal and external total compensation regulatory and audit requirements;
• Design and implement total compensation statements, examining alternative methodologies for increasing employee consumerism, benefit cost awareness, and communication strategies;
• Keep current with all legislative and regulatory changes and emerging legal trends related to total compensation, abilities management, and health and safety programs and policies;
• Act as the primary contact for the ongoing management of benefit partners; oversee the administration of employee’s benefits, Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Pension Plans and Accidental Death and Dismemberment;
• Ensure the efficient and consistent administration of the Job Evaluation system for civilian and SOA members; oversee job description and job profile development and maintenance;
• Oversee the administration, maintenance and optimization of the HRIS to ensure the effective analysis and reporting on a range of HR activities; ensure Human Resources files are expunged in accordance with the collective agreement and legislative authorities;
• In collaboration with the Manager of Labour Relations, supervise the administration and statistical reporting of the abilities management program;
• Work with the WRPS benefits provider’s and internal stakeholders, examining return to work implications/strategies, long-term disability settlement strategies, and specific case approaches;
• Provide oversight on health and safety related issues, training, and the development of policies and procedures; and
• Work closely with the Manager of Labour Relations and Manager of Finance on compensation design, modelling and strategic advice relative to collective bargaining negotiations.

You Have:

• Expert knowledge of Human Resources principles and legislation, normally acquired through the successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in a Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration and/or related discipline, or equivalent;
• At least five (5) years’ of progressive experience in Human Resources, with demonstrated work experience in benefits and pension coordination and job evaluation administration is required; previous experience with abilities management and health and safety is preferred; 
• Three (3) years managing people, resources and budgets is required;
• Current knowledge and assessment of total compensation best practices, industry trends, legislative and compliance requirements and market competitiveness is required;
• Experience working collaboratively with senior leadership and with multiple stakeholders on organizational wide committees is required; public sector experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset;
• Previous hands on experience utilizing an HRIS and pension administration and health management systems is required; and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs;
• Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is preferred;
• Project or program management experience, especially as it relates to human resources;
• Exceptional financial and analytical skills and excellent organizational skills; and
• A valid Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s License with no more than six (6) demerit points.

You Are:

• Able to read and comprehend health and safety legislation, codes, standards and practices;
• Able to read and interpret Police Services Board/Committee reports, Federal and Provincial legislation and guidelines, technical proposals, policies and procedures, Letters of Understanding, Terms of Reference and legal agreements;
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills; and
• Able to meet the testing and police security requirements and maintain confidentiality.

Why join WRPS? 

• Ongoing professional development
• Excellent benefits and pension
• Dynamic, exciting work environment
• Strong, supportive leadership
• Employee fitness and wellness programs
• 2021 annual salary range: $124,224 - $146,146

If you’re interested in this position, please apply online by Monday December 6, 2021 at 3pm.

Please ensure you provide all supporting information from current and past employment (if applicable) to specify how you meet the requirements for this position in your online profile. You will be assessed based on the information provided in your application.

As a condition of employment all new members of the Waterloo Regional Police Service are required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to commencing their employment, for any virus or communicable diseases arising from a declared pandemic/epidemic (e.g. Covid-19), and must do so for any vaccinations required after their first date of employment.  Applicants who are not able to be fully vaccinated as a result of an accommodation requirement pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code, are required to disclose this to the Human Resources Advisor coordinating the hiring process, and to provide any information requested in support of an exemption request.

If you require accommodation in completing the application process, or with any portion of the application process or interview, please email the WRPS at HumanResources@wrps.on.ca.

Diversity through inclusion – we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted.