Compensation and Benefits Specialist (2 Year Contract)

Job Type:
Contract
Department:
Human Resources
Salary:
$84,4+3.00 - $105,615.00
Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):
May 12, 2025
Hours per Week:
35
Openings:
1
Position Summary
We are seeking a Compensation and Benefits Specialist to play a pivotal role in shaping a workplace where Investing in People has been identified as a strategic priority. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this position will provide technical and analytical support in the application and administration of compensation, benefits and the overall Total Rewards program. Responsibilities include overseeing the job evaluation process and providing research, analysis, design and policy recommendations with respect to the Town’s Total Rewards program.
Major Job Responsibilities
Compensation and Benefits
Maintaining all pay structures and multiple benefit plans ensuring alignment with policies and collective agreements/legislative compliance; includes the coordination, calculation and administration of compensation adjustments
Responsibility for the overall administration of employee benefits throughout the employee life-cycle
Monitoring benefit plan data and costs; making recommendations regarding program design and identifying cost containment opportunities
Providing advice on policy interpretation related to compensation and benefits that supports equitable application and effective recruitment/promotional practices
Acting as a subject matter expert and resource for benefit and pension related inquiries; responding to benefit inquiries and investigating issues with third-party consultant or benefit providers as required
Maintaining compensation and benefit related files and functionality within the Town’s HRIS, ensuring accuracy and integrity of data
Conducting research and performing analysis to support collective bargaining and compensation/benefits decision making
Regularly reviewing compensation and benefit related policies and monitoring external trends/legislation changes and changes to benefit and pension provider policies and procedures
Job Evaluation
In collaboration with HR Business Partners, coordinates and leads the activities related to the job evaluation process
Liaising with and reviewing third-party job evaluation results, ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness
Providing advice and consultation on job design and maintaining job descriptions, including supporting the development of new or revised job descriptions, and maintaining job profiles and job families
Total Rewards and Reporting
Reviewing and analyzing the effectiveness of the Total Rewards program, including but not limited to compensation, benefits and recognition programs, providing balanced recommendations
Overseeing Employee Recognition Programs and assisting in the review or development of recognition and rewards programs
Developing and maintaining reports, and analyzing data to monitor the effectiveness of programs
Education & Experience
Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business, Human Resources, Accounting or other relevant area of study
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant Human Resources experience, including experience in administering compensation and benefit programs; experience in job design/analysis or job evaluation is an asset
Certification in compensation and benefits (CCP) or Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is an asset
Highly developed analytical skills, excellent customer service and communication skills, discretion, tact, and attention to detail are essential to being successful in this role
Knowledge of applicable employment legislation and advanced Excel skills is required
HRIS administration experience is preferred
Interested applicants should apply online at
www.milton.ca
under the Employment Opportunities section. The job posting closes at 12:00 am on Monday, May 12, 2025. Interested applicants, please ensure to apply by 11:5+ pm on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.
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