Executive Director, Compensation and Classification Services

Are you a seasoned Compensation and Classification leader interested in making an impact across communities in BC? Look no further than the Health Employers Association of British Columbia (HEABC). We contribute to the growth and sustainability of the BC health care system.

We are proud to offer:

• In office or hybrid work environment – flexibility that suits your needs
• Competitive salary
• Four weeks of vacation, earned in your first year of employment & 13 statutory holidays
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits, with immediate coverage upon starting
• Pension Plan – BC’s Municipal Pension Plan is one of the largest pension plans in Canada, and provides secure retirement income to plan members
• Training and development opportunities – HEABC supports your continuing education & growth
• A work environment which values work-life balance, respect, recognition, teamwork, and inclusivity
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the BC health care system through your work

HEABC leads and supports the strategic planning related to human resources and labour relations on behalf of British Columbia’s publicly funded health employers. HEABC is responsible for negotiating provincial agreements for 138,000 unionized health care employees including nurses, physician residents, ambulance paramedics, health science professionals, and more.

Join our highly talented team in a culture of learning, innovation, and visionary thinking.

The successful candidate may be permitted to work in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and flexible work location) and will live within commuting distance of our Vancouver office.

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HEABC has an opening for the Executive Director, Compensation and Classification Services. Reporting to the Vice-President, Human Resources Strategies and Services, the Executive Director, Compensation and Classification Services (the Executive Director) is a key leader in HEABC, demonstrating competencies in the areas of compensation and classification, problem-solving, partner engagement, provincial strategy, and change management.

The Executive Director develops, implements, and enhances compensation and classification processes, policies, and structures within the BC health sector, while identifying and advancing opportunities to strengthen HEABC's services and support the evolving needs of member organizations and the province.

• Develop and execute key goals and objectives aligned to the vision and strategic direction of HEABC.
• Lead the development and implementation of compensation and classification strategies and services that advance provincial Health Human Resources objectives.
• Build and sustain collaborative working relationships with HEABC members, industry groups, healthcare unions, government agencies, etc.
• Provide leadership over the governance, administration, and evolution of the health sector Compensation Reference Plan and negotiated classification plans. Ensure the integrity of provincial compensation and classification systems by ensuring compliance with established frameworks, policies, legislation, and collective agreements.
• Provide strategic classification expertise to support the interpretation and implementation of negotiated agreements, settlements, and key strategic provisions related to included classification systems and wage matters.
• Lead the continuous improvement and evolution of compensation and classification services, proactively identifying opportunities to improve, modernize, and expand services in support of HEABC's strategic objectives and the evolving needs of member organizations and the province.
• Initiate and lead strategic initiatives to strengthen the consistent application of health sector compensation and classification plans, policies, and public sector direction.
• Prepare business cases, executive briefs, project plans, etc., as needed to move work forward. Lead participation in industry compensation surveys.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends, issues, and industry changes.
• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight to the Compensation and Classification Services team.
• Chair the Compensation and Benefits…