Manager, Compensation and Benefits

Competition No: 2026-200

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $136,858 - 142,902 - 148,929 - 154,974 - 161,000/year

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Last Updated: 8/12/26

The People and Culture Department is seeking a temporary full-time employee to join our team while the current incumbent is assigned to a strategic project. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer, you will provide your expertise and advice on the interpretation of policies and procedures to senior management, managers, supervisors, the Union and employees throughout the organization. You will take the lead in the research, design, development, and implementation of compensation, benefits and HR systems policies and programs in alignment with our Burnaby Promise. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build and maintain effective relationships with leaders, consult with them to understand their needs and provide guidance to achieve their business objectives. This position will require you to oversee staff engaged in compensation, organizational and job design duties along with those engaged in employee records, benefits and HR systems related duties. You will direct the response to job evaluation appeals; convene in meetings with union representatives while working collaboratively to resolve appeals, reviews and approve resolutions recommended by subordinates. In this role you will ensure consistent and appropriate application of job evaluation methodology; monitor trends to evaluate the effectiveness of the City's compensation system; lead projects, determines required action and provides status updates to the City's Leadership Team to inform them of critical issues and make recommendations for appropriate course of action. Contribute and participate in the collective bargaining process; contract negotiations along with maintaining effective relationships with benefit carriers, pension plan providers and insurers. As a Manager, you will plan, assign, train, mentor and review the work of a team of specialized compensation and HR systems staff; hire, orient, lead and motivate staff. Performs related work as required.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in human resources and at least five years of progressive experience with a focus on compensation, job design/evaluation, and organizational design, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) or WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is preferred. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of compensation and benefits, proficiency in HR systems, and knowledge of related regulations and records. The successful candidate will be adept at planning, organizing, developing, and implementing strategies, as well as communicating effectively and making informed decisions on sensitive issues. Proficiency in MS Office and a valid Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia are also required.

This is a Temporary Full Time position until October 8, 2027.

The closing date for this competition will be September 9, 2026. First consideration will be given to applications submitted by August 26, 2026.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.