Compensation Consultant

Department: HR Services
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph

Temporary full-time from 11/25/2024 to 11/25/2025 

Join the compensation team and contribute to meeting an increasing demand for in-depth quantitative and qualitative analysis of the University’s compensation programs. This role offers you exposure to a range of Total Compensation objects in a multi-layer, multi-unionized environment. In this role you will work with multiple business units to support fascinating and relevant work on campus, all while enjoying a flexible work schedule. 

Reporting to the Manager, Compensation, you would be tasked to provide advanced-level support for salary administration, metrics and data analysis, and job evaluation.

The role you will play:

• Overseeing the job evaluation and compensation programs, position classification process and other compensation related projects to support organizational needs and objectives.
• Facilitating the University’s joint job evaluation committees.
• Providing in-depth analysis and recommendations relative to complex compensation matters.
• Collaborate with other members of the HR team, with departmental organizational restructuring, providing subject matter expertise related to job evaluation, job design, and resulting compensation changes.
• Supporting the establishment of new compensation and position management processes and data reporting capabilities coming from the upcoming HRMS system implementation.
• Conducting in-depth quantitative and qualitative analyses of the University’s compensation programs to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and legislative compliance.
• Providing analytical and advisory support to the Staff Relations and Recruitment Team on total compensation best practices, program design options and costing for the purposes of collective bargaining.

What skills Enable Success:

• University degree combined with demonstrated experience in job evaluation and compensation programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A foundational understanding of compensation principles, job evaluation tools and methodologies, human resources policies/procedures, the Pay Equity Act, Employment Equity Act, Federal Contractors Program requirement and other related legislation
• Good mathematical, statistical, analytical and research skills with a high level of proficiency using software such as Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, PowerPoint), HRIS and other database systems
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, collective agreements and employment contracts and other technical documents
• A strategic and critical thinker, with ability to exercise sound judgement, analyze and interpret data and present information in a clear, concise and professional manner
• A self-starter with effective organizational skills and follow-through, including the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to handle matters requiring a high level of diplomacy, sensitivity and confidentiality.
• While not required, a professional designation in compensation (CEBS, CCP or equivalent) or a CHRL designation may be considered an asset.

Why choose the University of Guelph

• Comprehensive Extended Health Care Benefits: Immediate enrollment in extended health and dental, Unite Pension Plan to cover yourself and your family.
• Time off: Strong vacation allocation, floater days, and paid time off during the December closure to ensure you are at your best.
• Wellness: In addition to extensive wellness programing, the University offers a yearly flexible spending credit that can be allocated to any of: Health Spending, Wellness or Professional Development 
• Learning & Development: Access to tuition scholarships, learning and development curriculum and other professional growth opportunities.  
• On Campus Activities: Discounts on food and apparel, fitness programming, access to networking events and team building opportunities.
• Improve Life: Work that directly impacts a brighter future by turning knowledge into action.

Employee Type: Temporary 
Position Number: 10060859 
Classification: P&M FT- Band 05    
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands 
 

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:   10/28/2024  
Closing Date:  11/04/2024