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 550 police
officers and over 450 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.
POSITION OVERVIEW
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, the Compensation Advisor is a key member
of the Human Resources team, providing expertise in unionized job evaluation,
classification, and compensation practices.
Working
closely with managers, employees, unions, and other key stakeholders, the
Compensation Advisor is responsible for administering and supporting all stages
of the unionized job evaluation and classification process. The position
provides advice and recommendations on job content, classification, and
compensation matters, while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with
established policies, procedures, and collective agreement provisions.
Schedule / Hours of Work
This
is an on-site position with an anticipated schedule of
Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Please note, the hours are subject to
change in accordance with operational requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and amend class specifications by
conducting job analysis and interviewing employees and managers to gather
information regarding job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
- Conduct job evaluations for new and existing
positions using established job evaluation methodology and processes.
- Review and assess reclassification requests and
provide recommendations based on job content and established evaluation
criteria.
- Provide quality assurance and consistency in
compensation and job evaluation decisions.
- Communicate job evaluation and classification
outcomes, including the rationale for decisions, to unions, managers, and
employees.
- Participate in and conduct compensation surveys to
support market analysis and compensation planning.
- Provide advice and support in the development,
review, and implementation of compensation-related policies, procedures, and
practices.
- Support the administration and implementation of
annual compensation programs and initiatives.
- Support the job review and evaluation process for
exempt positions.
- Provide compensation-related advice and guidance to
managers and HR stakeholders as required.
- Contribute to compensation projects, initiatives,
and continuous improvement activities within Human Resources.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge
of compensation, job evaluation, classification, and related human resources
practices.
- Analytical
and critical-thinking skills, with exceptional attention to detail and
accuracy.
- Knowledge
of collective agreements, policies, procedures, and job evaluation
methodologies.
- Research
and data analysis skills, including the ability to interpret and synthesize
complex information.
- Clear
and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative
relationship-building skills with employees, managers, union representatives,
and other stakeholders.
- Sound
judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive and
confidential information.
- Effective
time management and prioritization skills to manage competing priorities and
deadlines.
- Initiative,
independence, and sound decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
- Consultative
approach to providing objective advice and supporting compensation and job
evaluation decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate
degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration,
Compensation, or related field
- Minimum
of 5 years of directly related experience in compensation, job evaluation,
classification systems, or related human resources discipline, preferably
within a unionized environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with
the ability to assess complex job information and develop sound
recommendations.
- Equivalencies
of education and experience may be considered.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with
the ability to effectively communicate compensation and job evaluation
decisions to a variety of stakeholders.
- SPS
CLEARANCE All applicants must obtain and maintain the required police security
clearance throughout their employment with SPS, which includes
a mandatory polygraph examination.
BENEFITS &
COMPENSATION
Surrey
Police Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extended
health and dental coverage, a 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 is $107,951 - $127,001
annually (Pay Band P2) based on 2024 rates. Junior candidates may be considered
at a salary range of $89,817 - $105,667 annually (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.
For updates on
recruitment opportunities and other Surrey Police Service news, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).
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.