Compensation Advisor

COMPENSATION ADVISOR
REGULAR FULL TIME - EXEMPT

Surrey Police Service (SPS) is Surrey’s new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024, SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and command for policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policing with innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an exciting time as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to help shape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 700 police officers and over 500 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of the largest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has been intentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.

Surrey Police Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for a Compensation Advisor to join our Human Resources Division, within the Corporate Services Bureau.  Reporting to the Compensation and Benefits Manager, and as a key member of the Human Resources team, the Compensation Advisor provides expertise in unionized job evaluation and classification.  Working closely with key stakeholders, the Compensation Advisor will complete all stages of the union job evaluation process.

Schedule / Hours of Work

This is an on-site position and the anticipated schedule for this position is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Please note, the hours are subject to change based on operational needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creating and amending class specifications, including interviewing employees and managers to seek input.
• Conducting job evaluation on new and existing jobs.
• Handling reclassification requests.
• Acting as quality control for compensation review decisions.
• Communicating outcomes and rationale of job evaluations to unions, managers and staff.
• Participating in and conducting compensation surveys.
• Participating in the development and implementation of related policies and procedures.
• Supporting annual compensation programs.
• Supporting the job review process for exempt positions.
• Contributing to compensation projects and initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Highly organized and solutions-focused.
• Ability to think critically with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to foster relationships that contribute to a culture of inclusiveness and teamwork.
• Ability to work collaboratively with union representatives to address compensation and job evaluation inquiries and/or issues.
• Strong communication skills, efficiency and thoroughness.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to manage complex tasks under tight deadlines.
• Ability to research, understand, and synthesize data with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and exercise good judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of directly related experience.
• Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
• All applicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearance throughout their employment with SPS, which includes a mandatory polygraph examination.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Surrey Police Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended health and dental coverage, a Lifestyle Spending Account, defined benefit pension through the Municipal Pension Plan, generous vacation entitlements, and ongoing professional development. Employees also benefit from short-term and long-term disability coverage, travel and life insurance, discounted access to City of Surrey recreation facilities, and a dedicated Employee Services team providing personal and family support. With a strong focus on well-being, career growth, and work-life balance, SPS is committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace. 

Note – The aforementioned benefits only apply to eligible full-time positions within SPS.

• This is a union exempt position.

·   The salary range for this position is $107,951 - $127,001 (Pay Band P2) based on 2024 Rates. Junior candidates may be considered at a salary range of $89,817 - $105,667 (Pay Band P1).

Applications must be submitted through our online Careers page. This posting will remain open until filled; however, applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as the posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is selected. ·        

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Thank you for your interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members that model the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity and sustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.