Manager, Pension Policy - Anticipatory Staffing Job at Canada Post - Postes Canada
Job Requisition Id: 166704
Business Function: Human Resources
Primary City: Ottawa
Other Location(s):Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary. Opportunity for remote work available.
Province: Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Status: Term. This is a 12 months term opportunity with the possibility of extension or permanency.
Language Requirement: Bilingual Imperative (BBBB)
Employee Class and Level: CPMGA02
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 03/10/2023
All qualified candidates will be considered however preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.
Job Description
Directs the development of pension policies, programs and strategies and remains up to date on pension legislation and industry best practices. Drafts pension plan text amendments to reflect changes due to collective bargaining, increase clarity of provisions, and ensure the plan text remains compliant with legislation. The Manager helps to ensure that legislative and regulatory compliance is maintained by Pension Services and Canada Post at large in its daily operations and that consistent interpretation of the pension plan text is applied. Reviews pension communication materials to ensure accuracy and develops communication plans that promote employee value and understanding of pension programs. Manages vendor selection, negotiation, financial management and service standard monitoring for CPC pension service providers.
Job Responsibilities
Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Manager, Pension Policy.
- Develops, analyses and evaluates appropriate pension policies, programs and strategies.
- Researches and drafts amendments to the pension plan text, for approval by senior management, to ensure the text remains compliant with governing legislation and is supported by appropriate pension administration business processes.
- Provides advice and recommendations on pension policies and interpretations of the pension plan text to other corporate functions and supports union negotiations.
- Reviews and resolves complex member cases, some of which may require the provision and incorporation of legal guidance.
- Reviews all member specific non-standard correspondence as well as mass member communications to ensure accuracy, consistent interpretation and application, as well as compliance to pension policies, plan text and governing pension legislation.
- Manages the development and ensures accuracy of pension plan interpretation and information bulletins.
Job Responsibilities (continued)
- Develops selection criteria and detailed requests for proposals, selects vendors and implements contracts, as required. Manages vendors, ensures compliance with service level standards and approves invoices.
- Presents and reports on pension matters to various stakeholders, including the Pension Committee and Pension Advisory Council.
- Monitors applicable pension legislation and regulations, specifically the Pension Benefit Standards Act (PBSA) and the Income Tax Act (ITA), and liaise with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
- Consults with internal and external legal counsel, consultants and actuaries on pension matters.
- Establishes professional relationships with representatives of other organizations, associations and government agencies, and remains abreast of trends and developments in the pension industry.
- Creates a positive work environment and culture within the department, provides clear objectives and performance expectations for subordinates, conducts training and development needs assessments and ensures that subordinates are provided with the support necessary to achieve their goals.
Qualifications
Education
- Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training.
Experience
- 3 to 5 years of relevant functional experience
- 2 or more years’ experience managing people
- One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset
Other Candidate Requirements
- Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs
- A Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS), Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) or other equivalent certification would be an asset
- Excellent team building and leadership skills and experience
- Sound organizational, analytical, judgement and decision-making skills with proven abilities in problem solving
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships
- Strong oral and written communication skills
Other Information
Anticipatory staffing to create an eligibility list to for a period of twelve (12) months.
Safety Sensitive Positions
This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position.
Employment Equity
Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.
Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.
Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.
Accommodation
Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Important Message
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Our Leadership Behaviours
Decision Making – A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner that aligns with the corporation's best interests.
Accountability – An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds themselves and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.
Business Orientation – A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.
Execution – A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.
Leading People – A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.
Our Values
We value diversity as an essential part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future. We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining people who reflect the diversity of Canada is essential to our success because this matters to all communities and customers we serve.
Canada Post’s corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behaviour and shape our culture.
Safety – We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.
Customer – We serve Canadians with pride and passion.
Respect – We treat each other with fairness and respect.
Integrity – We act responsibly and with integrity.
Transformation – We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.
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