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.
- 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
- 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

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