Territorial Compensation Manager

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Core Values The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

The Human Relations team is committed to creating a work environment where people experience:

• Meaningful work;
• A sense of hope and optimism;
• An environment of trust; and
• Inspired results.

The Territorial Compensation Manager will be responsible for the management and administration of the Territorial Compensation Program for The Salvation Army Canada & Bermuda Territory, including oversight of the Job Evaluation process, ensuring compliance with policies and legislation.

Strategy and Planning

• Responsible for the design, development and implementation of organizational compensation administration policies and procedures
• Research trends, changes to Human Rights and other legislation and ensure these are embedded into TSA policy and practice such that we are compliant with necessary legislative bodies
• Participate in the creation and design of business processes and system requirements for compensation and performance management modules for HRIS
• Recommend suggestions with organizational development as required – provide guidance and support to Divisional Directors in looking at amending organizational structures of local TSA units, jobs and reporting structures to obtain operational efficiencies

Compensation Management

• Manage the administration of salary planning, job description reviews and evaluation, external compensation surveys, and best practice research
• Oversee the ongoing review, development and implementation of compensation programs and policies including Pay Equity plans as well as annual merit programs
• Provide guidance to the HR Advisors and internal clients on best practices and help develop solutions to ensure compensation equity and job description quality
• Ensure compensation programs are fair, equitable, competitive and legally compliant
• Partner with Finance department to provide support in budget spreadsheet preparation by supplying HR information (i.e. compa-ratios, pay bands and salary ranges, etc.) to suit a variety of audiences
• Evaluate jobs using approved methodology, collaborating with HR staff across all levels to ensure that roles are valued fairly across the organization, with the aim of supporting leaders in executing strategy through a functional organization design
• Lead annual survey efforts, including recommending survey participation, role matching, and year-over-year analysis for compliance reporting
• Prepare pay recommendations based on job and organization design, market data, and internal equity
• Prepare compensation-related Board and Committee materials, prepare and present analyses, recommendations, and presentations to senior leaders and Executives
• Co-host/chair Territorial Job Evaluation Committee to review jobs and bring compensation related issues forward that require input and decision-making by senior leadership
• Analyze, develop and implement long and short-term projects related to salary administration, job evaluation, performance management, recruitment and selection, pay equity and salary surveys, liaising with third parties as needed
• Work closely with Divisional management to assess their needs, priorities and to influence and support their decisions in HR issues
• Conduct training sessions throughout the Territory as assigned
• Conduct organizational reviews of job groups or families to ensure criteria is applied consistently

• Completion of university degree or equivalent
• Has or is working towards a professional designation: CHRL/CCP an asset
• 5-7 years of prior related experience, including consulting and managing in a relevant area

• Must be able to establish credibility quickly within the organization as a trusted advisor, coach and thinking partner; able to work in a consultative, diplomatic manner
• People oriented leader who delivers results with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong ability to proactively recognize potential risks and issues, respond with solutions and engage others in implementing change
• Strong written and verbal communication skills-clear and simple to understand
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities – integrity, good judgment, discretion, confidentiality and clearly articulated decision-making ability; empowers  people to work  toward common goals
• Strong change management skills, especially related to building relationships and trust, and communicating clearly to facilitate alignment and change
• Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytic and problem-solving skills
• High level of motivation and results orientation with experience in the development and implementation of management and compensation plans.
• Superior project management skills including the ability to manage complex processes that cross business lines in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Respect, understanding, and support of The Salvation Army’s mission, culture, and values