Calgary Board of Education Looking for Total Rewards Consultant at Calgary, AB Full Time

The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 131,000 students and 15,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Competition Close Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 @ 11:59 P.M.

Calendar: 12 month

Salary: Exempt Grade D, $63,287 to $90,000 annually

FTE: 1.0, 35 hours/week

The CBE understands the future of work is flexible. In this role, you are eligible to participate in a flexible work program that allows you to work remotely for up to three days a week. A minimum of two days must be in the office. At certain times, you maybe be required to work in the office more then 2 days per week based on operational requirements.

Purpose

The purpose of this job is to support the development and implementation of the total rewards philosophy, strategy, policies, and processes. The Consultant provides a broad range of advisory services related to Total Rewards and assists with the assessment, implementation and delivery of programs and solutions for benefits, compensation and other related items encompassed within the collective agreements and terms and conditions of employment. The Consultant will also work on project teams and partner with internal and external stakeholders in researching, analyzing and evaluating group benefits, pension and compensation plans and programs.

Accountability

• Partnering with stakeholders within Human Resources and across the organization in the performance of job responsibilities
• Providing professional advice and guidance for total rewards to all areas and departments within the CBE
• Applying total rewards plans and programs consistently and equitably and in line with the mission, vision and values of the organization
• Providing input and assistance with the implementation of compensation, benefits and other total rewards plans and initiatives
• Supporting the governance of total rewards programs

Major responsibilities

• Applies a general understanding of plan design and analysis, group insurance principles, integration with government sponsored benefit programs and standard contractual provisions for dental, medical, life insurance, disability and pension benefits. This includes eligibility, principles of anti-selection, benefit coverage, benefit restrictions, application of deductibles and co-insurance/Employment Insurance/Worker’s Compensation and benefit premium calculations.
• Serves as a resource on the governance of total rewards programs, including providing support with inquiries on plan design, policies, contracts, practices, systems, communications and reporting of key metrics
• Assists with the CBE benefits and pension governance processes and methodologies, including annual plan renewals, communications, budget preparation, cost trending, utilization, member satisfaction and preparation of reports
• Utilizes job evaluation tools/methodology to assess appropriate job grade and compensation level to ensure consistency across the CBE
• Investigates, analyzes and defines solutions for total rewards related issues
• Supports collective bargaining preparation, including internal and external research to inform decision making
• Applies, and implements appropriate programs within, the framework developed by HR
• Actively participates in the total rewards Community of Practice which may include presenting on total rewards topics, sharing best practices and developing/delivering training to the broader HR community
• Develops and maintains effective internal and external relationships to facilitate the exchange and receipt of external data and to remain abreast of current/emerging labour, benefits, pension and compensation trends
• May lead or participate in project work to support business or other Human Resources initiatives
• Performs other related responsibilities as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the Total Rewards department

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Sciences or a related field.
• CPHR designation and/or certification related to total rewards, such as CCP and/or CEBS.
• One year of related experience working with total rewards programs.
• Equivalent combinations of directly related education and directly related experience may be considered.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Understanding of Human Resource functions and accountabilities along with relevant employment legislation
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and responsive with a commitment to high quality deliverables
• Solid PC skills including knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and exposure to HRIS (prior experience with PeopleSoft highly desirable)

Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.

We thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.