Surrey PoliceService (SPS) is Surrey’s new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024,SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and commandfor policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policingwith innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an excitingtime as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to helpshape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 700 policeofficers and over 550 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of thelargest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has beenintentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful andsupportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Surrey PoliceService (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for a Compensation Advisor to joinour Human Resources Division within the Corporate Services Bureau. Reporting tothe Compensation and Benefits Manager, the Compensation Advisor is a key memberof the Human Resources team, providing expertise in unionized job evaluation,classification, and compensation practices. Workingclosely with managers, employees, unions, and other key stakeholders, theCompensation Advisor is responsible for administering and supporting all stagesof the unionized job evaluation and classification process. The positionprovides advice and recommendations on classification and compensation matters,while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with established policies,procedures, and collective agreement provisions.

Schedule / Hours of Work

Thisis an in office position with an anticipated schedule ofMonday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Please note,



the hours are subject tochange in accordance with operational requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Develop and amend classspecifications by conducting job analysis and interviewing employees andmanagers to gather information regarding job duties, responsibilities, andrequirements.
- Conduct job evaluationsfor new and existing positions using established job evaluation methodology andprocesses.
- Review and assessreclassification requests and provide recommendations.
- Provide quality assuranceand consistency in compensation and job evaluation decisions.
- Act as the primary resource for unionized classification and jobevaluation matters, providing expert guidance and interpretation to stakeholdergroups.
- Communicate job evaluationand classification outcomes, including the rationale for decisions, to unions,managers, and employees.
- Participate in and conductcompensation surveys to support market analysis and compensation planning.
- Provide advice and supportin the development, review, and implementation of compensation-relatedpolicies, procedures, and practices.
- Support the administrationand implementation of annual compensation programs and initiatives.
- Support the job review andevaluation process for exempt positions.
- Providecompensation-related advice and guidance to managers and HR stakeholders asrequired.




- Contribute to compensationprojects, initiatives, and continuous improvement activities within HumanResources.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Knowledge of compensation, job evaluation, classification, and relatedhuman resources practices.
- Knowledge and experience applying ranking andgrading job evaluation methodology.
- Analytical and critical-thinking skills, with exceptional attention todetail and accuracy.
- Knowledge of collective agreements, policies, procedures, and jobevaluation methodologies.
- Research and data analysis skills, including the ability to interpretand synthesize complex information.
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborative relationship-building skills with employees, managers,union representatives, and other stakeholders.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitiveand confidential information.
- Effective time management and prioritization skills to manage competingpriorities and deadlines.
- Initiative, independence, and sound decision-making in a fast-pacedenvironment.
- Consultative approach to providing objective advice and supportingcompensation and job evaluation decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Undergraduate degree or diploma in Human Resources,Business Administration, Compensation, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of directly related experiencein compensation, job evaluation, classification systems, or related humanresources discipline, preferably within a unionized environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, withthe ability to assess complex job information and develop soundrecommendations.
- Strong interpersonal

📌 Compensation Advisor (Surrey)
🏢 Surrey Police Service
📍 Surrey