Pay and Benefits Specialist

RRC Polytech is Manitoba’s largest institute of applied learning and research, with more than 150 full- and part-time degrees, diploma and certificate options. Through hands‑on and online learning opportunities and state‑of‑the‑art instruction, we prepare our students to become leaders in their fields – while also ensuring they can meet changing industry demands and contribute to the province’s economic growth.

Accessibility and Accommodations

RRC Polytech is committed to accessible employment and to ensuring that our hiring processes are barrier free. If you require information in an alternate format, or if you require an accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact peopleservices@rrc.ca.

Pay and Benefits Specialist

People Services

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Position Available

** RRC Polytech reserves the right to modify work arrangements in alignment with operational and organizational needs.

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Union (MGEU)

For the purposes of this job posting, internal applicants and applicants from MITT will be given preference over external applicants.

At RRC Polytech we aspire to have a workforce that is representative of the diversity within our communities. For this hiring process, a preference hiring practice will be applied. Consideration will be given to applicants who self-identify within their application as one or more of the following equity-deserving group(s): Women, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Persons of the 2SLGBTQlA+ Community. For more information about our hiring practices, please visit: www.rrc.ca/hr/work/hiring-process/.

Employment support is available to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) seeking employment at Red River College Polytechnic. For guidance on the application process, interview preparation, or to discuss accommodation needs, applicants are invited to contact our Indigenous Recruitment Consultant at Indigenoustalent@rrc.ca.

TALENT POOL: This competition may be used to establish a 12-month talent pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies. Even if you do not meet all of the listed qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The People Services team at RRC Polytech is a collaborative partner to leaders and employees across the College. We deliver programs in strategic HR advisory, talent acquisition, labour and employee relations, classification, compensation, employee experience, and organizational development, ensuring our people practices are fair, inclusive, and future focused. Guided by the College’s In Front of What’s Ahead strategy, we strive to create a workplace where every employee feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Pay & Benefits Specialist (PBS) is responsible for the accurate and efficient processing of employee pay and benefit transactions. The incumbent will calculate, verify, reconcile, document, and administer employee entitlements and benefit plans; ensure all responsibilities are carried out in accordance with applicable legislation, collective agreements, benefit plan provisions, and human resources/payroll policies and procedures; and respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, entitlements, and benefits as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Completion of Payroll Compliance Certificate (PCP) or equivalent combination of education, training & experience may be considered
• Significant recent experience in the provision of payroll and benefit administration
• Experience using an automated Human Resource Information System (HRIS) for processing of payroll, benefits and employee documentation
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• Demonstrated customer service focus and results-oriented approach
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel, and experience working with other computerized database systems
• Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently with a high degree of accuracy
• Knowledge and experience applying Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements, collective agreements and other relevant payroll legislations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee information
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes diversity, learning and continuous improvement

NICE TO HAVE

• Knowledge of AI-related data, security, and privacy practices
• Openness to using AI tools as relev