Compensation Associate

Job Title
Compensation Associate

Job Category
M&P - AAPS
Job Profile
AAPS Salaried - Human Resources, Level A

Job Family Group
Staff - Non Union

Department
Compensation | Total Compensation | Central Human Resources

Compensation Range
$5,692.25 - $8,179.50 CAD MonthlyThe Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

Job End Date
December 31, 2027

Posting End Date
November 22, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

This is a leave replacement for a fixed term duration.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. 

Job Summary
The Compensation Associate is responsible for providing advice and recommendations to client departments regarding matters related to job evaluation, classification and salary administration. This position evaluates and classifies jobs, provides advice regarding job evaluation and salary administration, participates in market research and surveys, provides input into revision of job guidelines, and implements salary administration programs. The position may partner with Compensation Consultants in elements of compensation projects.

Organizational Status
Reports to the Manager, Compensation. Works closely with Compensation Consultants, Senior Compensation Associates, and Associates; Human Resources Advisors, Manager, Associates and Coordinators; Senior Employee Relations Advisors and Managers; and members of the Benefits team on matters relating to organizational restructuring, salary administration, job evaluation, and collective bargaining. Interacts extensively with departmental administrators and counterparts in external organizations.

Work Performed
Evaluates and classifies new and vacant positions for job postings. Conducts weekly audits of job postings.
Advises employees and departments on the classification processes and reviews positions for reclassification.
Advises employees and departments on the interpretation of collective agreements and handbooks on salary administration matters and salary programs.
Administers salary administration programs.
Supports the Compensation team in the development and maintenance of salary structures for all the employee groups.
Investigates and resolves the UBC community’s systems-related (compensation-specific) and compensation issues, referring more complex enquiries to senior members of the team.
Supports the Compensation team in the development of survey questionnaires, conducts market research, and conducts and completes surveys. Participates in compiling, analysing and presenting market data from surveys for various employee groups.
Provides input in the development and revision of job guidelines.
Prepares compensation data for Public Sector Employer Council (PSEC), in accordance with government regulations.
Participates in a variety of compensation or HR projects to enhance and improve salary administration for employee groups.
Conducts training for employees and managers on job evaluation, compensation and salary management matters.
Performs other duties as related to the job

Consequence of Error/Judgement
Exercises initiative and independence to meet unusual situations. Exercises judgment based upon knowledge of procedures, guidelines, agreements and regulations and make decisions based on them. Provides accurate advice and information to enhance the effective and efficient operation of Compensation and client departments. Job descriptions reviewed by this position typically fall within clearly defined parameters; where there are unclear parameters, the incumbent seeks guidance from more senior members of the team.

Inappropriate advice or inaccurate information may have a negative impact on the University’s relationship with unions and associations. Inaccuracies in data reporting may have reputational impacts on the University.

Supervision Received
Works under the general direction of the Manager, Compensation and in accordance with established principles and methods. Works closely with and takes direction from the Compensation Consultants.

Supervision Given
May provide cross-training and feedback to Compensation Associate. May be required to delegate and oversee the work of temporary clerical staff.

Minimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of two to three years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a complex, unionized environment.
Good knowledge of current human resources management practices.
Is flexible, confident and self-motivated.
Excellent oral, written and organizational skills.
Excellent technical and analytical skills and in utilizing software such Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with Workday and Service Now.
Ability to establish and maintain supportive working relationships with client departments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with union and association representatives.
A team player.
Ability to set priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines.