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Manager of Human Resources
Municipality of Brighton
35 Alice Street, P.O. Box 189
Brighton, Ontario K0K 1H0
T.: 613-475-0670, ext 204
F.: 613-475-3453
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Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administrative Services and the Manager of Human Resources, the Payroll, Benefits and Human Resources Administrator will provide comprehensive support to the daily operations of the Finance and Administration and Human Resources departments. The incumbent is responsible for the overall payroll function, benefits and pension administration, and supporting HR functions. Matters of a confidential nature shall be treated with due regard for the best interests of the municipality and its personnel.
DUTIES:
- Prepares and reports on full-cycle payroll including time entries, paystubs and registers, direct deposit, monthly and annual processes including:
- Completes bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees, monthly pay for Council and committee members and semi-annual pay for volunteer fire personnel
- Completes statutory remittances and reporting (Federal Tax, CPP, EI, WSIB, EHT) for each payroll cycle. Issue Records of Employment (ROE) as required
- Facilitates OMERS pension remittances, reporting and members event transactions (enrolment, retirement, termination, etc.)
- Prepares working paper and related journal entry for extended health, dental and life insurance benefits (Industrial Alliance IA Financial Group)
- Processes taxable benefits for employer paid life insurance
- Completes year end payroll process including calculation of taxable benefits, data reconciliation, statutory reporting (CRA, Ontario Finance and WSIB) and issuance of T4s
- Adheres to Collective Agreement(s), ensuring accurate processing
- Prepares regular reporting of available banked time to department heads
- Maintains all employee records within the benefits administration website and assist employees with benefit queries
- Liaises with the municipal auditors to prepare working papers and documents for year end
- Assists the Director of Finance and Administrative Services with the annual budget preparation
- Assists the Director of Finance and Administrative Services with the development, amendment, and monitoring of various financial and administrative policies
- Provides assistance to ensure internal controls are being adhered to and all financial transactions comply with procurement and internal control policies/processes
- Provides back-up for front-desk reception, as required
- Provides administrative support in the following Human Resources functions:
- Recruitment, selection, and onboarding
- Maintenance of municipal training records and schedule
- Job Evaluation
- Labour Relations
- Disability Management
- Health and Safety
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of a post-secondary degree/diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (CPC) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) considered an asset
- Certified Human Resources Professional designation (CHRP) is considered an asset
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a Finance or combined Finance/HR department, preferably in a municipal environment
- Sound knowledge of general leger and payroll accounting
- Demonstrated experience utilizing payroll management systems, experience with Great Plains preferred
- Thorough working knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Canada Revenue Agency legislation, Human Rights legislation and the Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Experience interpreting collective agreements, employee benefits plans, employment-related legislation, and organizational policies
- Strong ability to problem solve, determine cause and effect, and evaluate various courses of action to recommend and communicate strategies
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), and cloud-based applications
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal), utilizing tact and diplomacy in highly sensitive situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills and client service orientation
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage deadlines
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience working in an environment where high confidentiality and discretion is critical
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Clear criminal background check required
HOURS OF WORK:
- 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1 hour paid lunch period)
- Optional flex hours: 45 minute lunch period for 9 days, working 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the 10th day
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Salary: $78,313 - $91,697
- Generous, comprehensive benefits package covered 100% by the Municipality
- Enrolment in OMERS pension plan
- Vacation, overtime, flexible work schedule
TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume clearly marked, “Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources Administrator” before 12:00 p.m. March 28, 2025, to the attention of:
Human Resources
Municipality of Brighton
Box 189, 35 Alice Street
Brighton, ON K0K 1H0
hr@brighton.ca
Posted in accordance with Article 18 of the CUPE Local 5085 Collective Agreement.
Personal information and any supporting material obtained will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom and Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Alternative formats of job postings and accommodation during recruitment are available upon request by contacting Human Resources at 613-475-0670.
We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Director is an integral part of the Senior Management Team and performs a variety of leadership, supervisory, administrative, and technical duties. The role is responsible for the planning, coordinating, operating, and efficiency of the department as well as anticipating and maintaining the necessary regulatory compliance and reporting on behalf of the Municipality. The Director requires considerable exercise of independent judgement in accordance with any applicable legislation and corporate policy.
As a strategic leader, the Director provides professional guidance to Council on all matters related to the department, ensuring responsible decision making and facilitating the implementation of Council direction. The Director ensures that corporate policies are adhered to, legislative requirements are met, budget is maintained, and performance targets achieved while making key departmental policies and decisions. A trustworthy people-leader, the Director will inspire a talented workforce to meet the operational and strategic goals of the department and Municipality as a whole.
The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Civil Engineering or relevant education combined with a minimum eight (8) years’ experience in progressive leadership roles within municipal government, leading a multi-divisional unit. A licensed Professional Engineer’s license is considered an asset.
Experience leading in a unionized environment is required. You have sound and proven management experience with responsibilities for leadership and direction of operations, strategic business planning, budgeting, fiscal accountability/sustainability, innovation, and human resource management. You possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and the political acumen to foster effective working relationships with all staff, external partners, Council and residents with a focus on customer service excellence.
Total compensation for the Director of Municipal Infrastructure, Operations & Recreation includes an annual salary between $126,930 to $148,489, commensurate with qualifications and experience, a generous benefits package covered 100% by the Municipality, flexible work hours, and participation in the OMERS pension plan.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume clearly marked, “Director of Municipal Infrastructure, Operations & Recreation” to the attention of:
Human Resources
Municipality of Brighton
Box 189, 35 Alice Street
Brighton, ON K0K 1H0
To obtain a full job description please contact the Human Resources department at hr@brighton.ca.
Personal information and any supporting material obtained will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom and Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Alternative formats of job postings and accommodation during recruitment are available upon request by contacting Human Resources at 613-475-0670.
We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accessible Recruitment
Alternative formats of job postings are available upon request. Please email your request to hr@brighton.ca or call 613-475-0670 ext. 204 between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm. We are an equal opportunity employer and will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation is available to all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Confidential Information
Personal information collected will be used in accordance with The Municipal Act and The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and shall only be used in the selection of a suitable candidate.