Job Description: Total Compensation & Systems Specialist

 

 

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

 

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration.  As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

 

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

 

 

Reporting to the Total Compensation & Systems Manager, the Total Compensation & Systems Specialist provides expertise and operational support to the Total Compensation & Systems Division, along with broader departmental support related to corporate HR data and systems, and total compensation, particularly the Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Key responsibilities of this position include supporting the advancement, optimization, and on-going management of HR systems, developing, analyzing, and presenting corporate HR data reports and insights to support informed decision making, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across HR systems and assisting in maintaining and enhancing policies/procedures and business objectives related to HR systems and total compensation.  This position will provide strong continuity and subject matter expertise within the division regarding HR systems and total compensation data. The Specialist will offer advice, guidance, and technical support to HR Management and the broader department on HR systems and total compensation data. This position will also participate in and support cross-functional projects, including system implementations, upgrades, and process improvements.

 

 

 

• Three-year post-secondary diploma in a related field

• Three years of experience in a HR or HR systems role, preferably in a municipal environment

 

• Demonstrated knowledge of design, development, and implementation of systems

• Experience in data management including report design, producing, and analyzing data and presenting data

• Experience in compensation, payroll, and benefit management 

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, including presentation skills Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally

• Ability to identify issues and recommend creative and strategic solutions

• Ability to interpret goals, objectives, and policies

• Experience working with third-party service providers

• Experience working in a unionized environment

• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment

• Strong knowledge of applicable employment legislation

• Strong project management skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically excel

 

• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification

• CHRP or CHRL designation

 

What We Offer

•Competitive Salary: $86,887-$102,229 per annum

• Hours per week: 35

•Percentage in lieu of benefits

•Vacation pay

•OMERS pension with equal employer match

•Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

 

 

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. 

 

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca. 

 

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.