Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Compensation and Benefits Analyst to help shape the compensation, classification, and total rewards frameworks that will support our future workforce for the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service (ASPS). This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of Alberta's newest police service while influencing compensation and benefits programs for civilian employees, peace officers, and police officers. Working closely with leaders, stakeholders, and partners, you will provide strategic analysis and advice that helps attract, retain, and support a high-performing workforce. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will provide expert advice and leadership on compensation and benefits programs, policies, and frameworks.
Requirements
- A degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field plus 1 year related experience.
- Experience conducting compensation research, market analysis, salary surveys, and benchmarking.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, including experience working with large and complex datasets.
- Experience interpreting compensation-related policies, legislation, collective agreements, and governance requirements.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in compensation, benefits, job evaluation, classification, or total rewards.
- Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) and/or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP/CPP) designation.
- Experience in a unionized public sector, municipal, policing, or broader public safety environment.
- Expertise with Power BI, DAX, Power Query, and HR information systems such as SAP SuccessFactors.
Responsibilities
- Supporting the development and implementation of compensation and remuneration frameworks aligned with public sector principles and governance requirements.
- Conducting market research, salary surveys, benchmarking, and jurisdictional analysis to support evidence-based recommendations.
- Developing and maintaining compensation models, dashboards, reports, and analytical tools to support planning and decision-making.
- Providing advice on classification, job evaluation, salary placement, pay administration, and total rewards programs.
- Analyzing benefits trends, utilization, and sustainability to support program effectiveness and long-term planning.
- Supporting compliance, audit, and governance activities related to compensation and benefits programs.
- Preparing executive briefings, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
