Director, Total Rewards & People Technology

Overview

An exciting leadership role exists for a total rewards professional looking to help amplify the work of a dedicated team of experts. Reporting to the Head of People and Culture, the Director, Total Rewards and People Technology is responsible for development and implementation of WorkSafeBC's total rewards programs and people technology systems including the direction of the Total Rewards and People Technology team within the People and Culture Division.

As a member of the Divisional management team, the Director provides leadership and direction to ensure the effective delivery of Total Rewards and People Technology services including the implementation of pension and total reward strategies, business plans and policies and the delivery of customer focused service. The Director will be the key conduit between WorkSafeBC and the provincial government when it comes to compensation alignment and will work with the Head of People & Culture on liaising with the Board and Committee on key factors of the portfolio.

With a focus on ensuring WorkSafeBC is an attractive and top-tier employer through its creative and thoughtful total rewards program, the Director is responsible for development of programs and services to meet organizational strategic goals.

How you'll make a difference: You'll build and empower teams that serve workers and employers across B.C.

Where you'll work

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

In this role, you'll work primarily from our Richmond office, with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.

What you'll do

• Leads the Total Rewards and People Technology Department, ensuring effective delivery of compensation, benefits, and people technology services to People and Culture and management staff.
• Participates in divisional strategic and business planning, policy determination, and decision-making processes, contributing to the overall management of the Division.
• Guides the departmental management team in formulating operational plans, setting priorities, and implementing business plan initiatives, while promoting teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures consistent administration of People and Culture Division policies and practices, maintaining regular contact with employer groups such as PSEC, CCEA, and HRMA.
• Advises and assists People and Culture Partners and managers on total rewards matters such as salary administration, job evaluation, benefit administration, and entitlement.
• Serves as a key member of the pension management team, supporting, informing, and guiding the pension committee on relevant matters.
• Oversees the development and administration of job evaluation processes for non-unionized employees and leads initiatives related to job evaluation for unionized employees.
• Manages financial resources within the allocated budget, planning the annual departmental budget, and ensuring alignment with operational needs.
• Represents WorkSafeBC with various external stakeholders and interest groups, promoting the organization's strategies and objectives.

Is this a good fit for you?

We're looking for someone who can:

• Critically assess total rewards strategies and apply best practices in real-world scenarios with superior analytical thinking skills
• Show effectiveness in the communicating of ideas and influencing meaningful change within the organization
• Demonstrate a flexible and adaptive approach when working with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Capably guide and motivate teams while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
• Adeptly identify challenges and develop effective solutions in a complex, unionized environment.
• Promote values and strong, positive relationships and teamwork across different departments and levels
• Expertly align compensation practices with organizational goals and adapt to evolving needs
• Show understanding, empathy and consideration for the diverse perspectives and needs of colleagues and employees.

Your background and experience

• An undergraduate degree in Human Resource management or a related field
• Considerable experience in a senior HR role (10-12 years) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada.

WorkSafeBC's COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the "Policy") is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover who we are .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
• Optional leave arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Salary: $168,417-$204,627/annually

Learn more: Find out what we offer .

Want to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
• Cover letters are welcomed but not mandatory.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.