ABOUT US

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.
We welcome all applicants! For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Niagara Region, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Niagara Region, Ontario or email related questions to diversity@niagararegion.ca. To send input on reducing barriers in the current hiring process, please email myhr@niagararegion.ca
For the Region’s full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

DON’T HAVE EVERY QUALIFICATION?

You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Associate Director, HR Operations and Systems, the Supervisor Payroll Shared Service will be the primary and dedicated point of contact for our shared service clients, provide operational support and leadership for internal staff, act as business analyst for third party software including new development, and complete complex analysis, reporting and calculations.

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary diploma in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field
• Post-secondary degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum of 5-10 years experience working within a complex, multi-union payroll and/or Human Resources department, preferably municipal or public sector environments that include shared service partners
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) is required
• Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) is preferred
• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP/CHRL) is an asset
• Knowledge of Privacy legislation, Employment Standards Act, Income Tax Act, Canada Revenue Agency reporting requirements, and pension and benefits administration
• Strong working knowledge of Human Resources Management Systems, Payroll and time entry systems
• Understanding of the Ontario Pension and Benefits Act and/or Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System is preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.
• Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

SUPERVISES STAFF, COORDINATING AND PLANNING WORK, PROVIDING WORK DIRECTION, ASSIGNING TASKS AND PROJECTS, DETERMINING METHODS AND PROCEDURES TO BE USED, MONITORING QUALITY OF WORK, RESOLVING PROBLEMS AND ENSURING ASSIGNED RESULTS ARE ACHIEVED. (15%)

• Enables results with the organization’s human capital strategy to foster employee engagement.
• In conjunction with the Associate Director provides training and development, coaching and recommends discipline when necessary, and manages staff recruitment.
• Ensures focus is service excellence, communication/transparency, innovation, and data integrity and work flow integration.
• Ensures staff has the information and resources to make successful plans and decisions.
• Ensures all people related issues, including recruitment, grievances and labour relations issues, are aligned to HR and Corporate standards and practices.
• Helps to break down barriers to employee success, ensuring collaboration and cooperation with other teams within their division and department.
• Ensures Occupational Health & Safety policies, programs and practices are implemented, and maintained. This includes workplace inspections, monitoring, accident reporting and investigations, and ensuring any observed hazards or lapses in the functioning of OH&S processes, and other OH&S concerns are responded to promptly.
• Ensures all individuals under supervision have been informed of hazards and instructed on the necessary risk control and emergency response measures.
  Supports the Management and administration of annual and multi-year Capital and Operating budgets for which they are delegated authority ensuring support of Council’s objectives, financial transparency and accountability, monitoring budget adherence, identifying and explaining variances, and financial reporting is effectively managed in compliance with corporate financial policies. Administer and approve the acquisition of goods and services for their direct reports in accordance with the procurement policy (5%)
  Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.