Manager, Compensation Services

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
- The _Employment Equity Act_, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

**City**: Ottawa

**Organizational Unit**: Human Resources Branch

**Classification**: AS-6

**Tenure**: Continuing

**Language Requirements**: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

**Work Arrangements**:

- Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week at their own expense.

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

**The Role**:
We are looking to hire a Manager, Compensation Services to lead the Compensation office at the National Research Council. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high performing team within a large dynamic group of professionals. In this role, you will plan, develop and manage a comprehensive program to deliver the full range of compensation services for all NRC staff. You will also be key in providing operational and strategic advice to senior management on a range of topics that involve compensation. In addition, you will research, analyze and provide proposals for improvements to policies and processes with compensation impact.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please provide a cover letter explaining your interest in this position and indicating how you meet the experience requirements with specific examples.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Successful completion of secondary school according to provincial standards.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

**Experience**:

- Experience motivating, leading, training and managing staff in high functioning teams within HR.
- Experience in creating, reviewing, and conducting quality control of business processes and procedures.
- Experience managing and resolving complex client pay issues in a government context.
- Minimum three years (3) experience in the use of HR and Pay systems and tools in the Federal Public service such as the Regional Pay System (RPS), Phoenix, PeopleSoft.

**Condition of Employment**:
Reliability Status

**Language Requirements**:
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

**Assessment Criteria**:
**Technical Competencies**:

- Knowledge of the acts and regulations, policies, directives, systems, collective agreements, terms and conditions of employment and procedures relating to pay and benefits in the Public Service.
- Ability to research, analyze, and provide technical expertise and strategic advice to staff and to senior management.
- Ability to manage complex issues including identifying, mitigating and resolving issues.
- Strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively and clearly across all levels of staff.
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to deliver results, plan and direct resources and ensure follow through and completion of work.
- Ability to nurture and manage relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders and partners.

**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Supervisor - Developing others (Level 3)
- Supervisor - Organizational/environmental awareness (Level 3)
- Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
- Management services - Communication (Level 3)
- Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)
- Management services - Initiative (Level 3)

**Competency Profile(s)**:
**Compensation**:
**Salary under review**

From $93,470 to $104,792 per annum.

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive hea