- Provides guidance and advice to employees regarding pension and benefits, utilizing exceptional interpersonal skills and knowledge of each union group and their respective Collective Agreements, legislative requirement and carrier guidelines.
- Collaborates with the Labour Relations team to interpret collective agreement wording related to group benefits and pension eligibility.
- Reviews collective agreement wording and provides recommendations to Senior Manager for discussions in bargaining to strategize on standardization of practices.
- Establishes employee benefits eligibility, coverage, effective dates and payroll premium deduction set-up in accordance with union contracts and benefit policy agreements and ensures all necessary information is entered in SAP and the benefit administrator site.
- Ensures timely administration of benefit enrollment forms and coordinates all required documentation to be sent internally and to third party carriers.
- Completes monthly audits and analyzes results to ensure accuracy and integrity of the system (e.g. mandatory enrollments, benefit cost shares while on leaves etc.). If errors are identified, makes recommendations for resolution and future improvements to processes.
- Prepares reports and analysis for use by the team and the finance department for recommendation on write-offs and collections for benefit premium arrears.
- Monitors and reports on key performance indicators to evaluate areas for improved efficiency.
- Monitors employee leave of absences, creates payment schedules and enters employee benefit/pension cheques in SAP for payment of premiums.
- Prepares letters for initial eligibility and change in enrollment status advising employees of their eligibility or termination of coverage including while on leave of absences; prepares and couriers letters to employees to confirm selections.
- Liaises between VON employees and benefit and pension carriers.
- Communicates with managers regarding job content, specific objectives, personal performance and action plans to achieve performance objectives.
- Fulfills all responsibilities in accordance with the requirements of the organizational system (e.g. Bylaws, Standards, Policies, applicable legislation).
- Participates in continuous decision-making to promote continuous quality improvement using LEAN principles.
- Actively participates in the development and ongoing improvement of processes within the Total Compensation team.
- Work towards fulfillment of program/department goals. External and Internal Relationships:
- Engage with cross functional team members, Senior Directors, Directors, Managers and employees to advice on processes and procedures.
- Engage with employees in providing benefits and pension information.
- Collaborates with service providers related to pension and benefit sector. Education, Designations and Experience:
- Post-secondary education with degree/certificate in Human Resources Management
- Related courses in Pension and Benefits, or other related field considered an asset.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with administering Group Benefits plans (health, dental, life insurance, LTD, AD&D, optional insurance) and Pension Administration (Defined Benefit Pension Plans preferred).
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation is an asset.
- Knowledge of the provincial group benefits legislation.
- Experience in a unionized environment/health care environment considered an asset. Skill Requirements:
- Proficiency in Windows OS and MS Office Suite programs.
- SAP experience a definite asset.
- Demonstrated commitment to working in an environment with high confidentiality and discretion.
- Demonstrate effective time management, planning and organizing of days' work activities.
- Able to work both independently and within a team.
- Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize, multi-task and handle competing deadlines.
- Exercising good judgment in decision making and conflict resolution.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Must demonstrate attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to problem solve and adjust to rapidly changing priorities in a deadline driven environment.
- Strong customer service skills.
- The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required Other:
- A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required.
- A Vulnerable Sector Search and/or Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
- The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Fast-paced Environment; Attention to Detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Fine hand movements
-
Human Resources Generalist
Found in: Appcast CA C2 A - 4 days ago
Strum Consulting Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaWho We Are · Strum Consulting is a 150-person consulting company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides surveying, engineering, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of Renewable Energy, Land Development, Transportation, Contam ...
-
Human Resources Generalist
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago
Strum Consulting Halifax, NS, CanadaWho We Are · Strum Consulting is a 150-person consulting company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides surveying, engineering, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of Renewable Energy, Land Development, Transportation, Contam ...
-
Human Resources Generalist
Found in: Jooble CA O L C2 - 4 days ago
Strum Consulting Halifax, NS, CanadaWho We Are Strum Consulting is a 150-person consulting company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides surveying, engineering, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of Renewable Energy, Land Development, Transportation, Contamina ...
-
Human Resources Administrator
Found in: Jooble CA O L C2 - 4 days ago
Strum Consulting Halifax, NS, CanadaWho We Are Strum Consulting is a 150-person consulting company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides surveying, engineering, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of Renewable Energy, Land Development, Transportation, Contamina ...
-
Human Resources Generalist
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 6 days ago
Strum Consulting Halifax, CanadaWho We Are · Strum Consulting is a 150-person consulting company with diverse projects throughout Atlantic Canada. Strum provides surveying, engineering, and environmental services for a range of clients in the fields of Renewable Energy, Land Development, Transportation, Contam ...
-
human resources supervisor
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 1 hour ago
BF RESTAURANT LTD. Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaEducation: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year · Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years · Work setting · Restaurant · Budgetary responsibility · $1,500,001 - $4,000,000 · Tasks · Plan and control budget and ...
-
Human Resources Analyst
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 6 days ago
Halifax Regional Municipality Halifax, Canada8711BR · Human Resources Analyst · Job Posting · Halifax Regional Municipality is invitingapplications for the permanent, full-timeposition of Human Resources Analyst in the Employee Relations division of Human Resources. Preference will be given to candidates who self-identify ...
-
human resources supervisor
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 1 day ago
BF RESTAURANT LTD. Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaEducation: · Expérience: · Education · College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year · Work setting · Restaurant · Budgetary responsibility · $1,500,001 - $4,000,000 · Tasks · Plan and control budget and expenditure ...
-
Human Resources Administrator
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago
Integrated Staffing Dartmouth, NS, CanadaHUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST · Every day we meet with candidates to find the best local talent in the market. Integrated Staffing specializes in light industrial temporary labour and staffing as well as permanent placement solutions. Headquartered in Halifax, with offices in Nova ...
-
human resources supervisor
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 6 days ago
BF RESTAURANT LTD. Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaEducation: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year · Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years · Work setting · Restaurant · Budgetary responsibility · $1,500,001 - $4,000,000 · Tasks · Plan and control budget and ...
-
human resources officer
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 4 days ago
SUSHI JET ASIAN CUISINE Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaEducation: College/CEGEP · Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years · Tasks · Administer staff consultation and grievance procedures · Identify current and prospective staffing requirements · Provide information or services, such as employee assistance and counselling · Prepare a ...
-
human resources officer
Found in: Talent CA 2 C2 - 2 days ago
SUSHI JET ASIAN CUISINE Halifax Regional Municipality, CanadaEducation: · Expérience: · Education · College/CEGEP · Tasks · Administer staff consultation and grievance procedures · Identify current and prospective staffing requirements · Provide information or services, such as employee assistance and counselling · Prepare and post notic ...
-
Regional Human Resources Manager
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago
Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P Dartmouth, NS, CanadaWe are excited to launch a new position, District Human Resources Manager, to support our district field teams and collaborate with leadership to execute and implement human capital strategy. If you have HR functional experience and skills, e.g., managing associate performance, l ...
-
District Human Resources Manager
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 6 days ago
Penske Transportation Solutions Halifax Regional Municipality, Canada Full timeResponsibilities · : Retention and New Associate Experience · • Administer and facilitate the District's New Associate Experience onboarding program. · • Lead, coach, and support the onboarding Ambassadors throughout the district. · • Support and train managers to ensure the ...
-
Administrative Assistant, Human Resources
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago
Northwood Dartmouth, NS, Canada Part timeJoin the Northwood team · Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at ho ...
-
Pension and Benefits Specialist, Human Resources
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 4 days ago
VON Canada Halifax, NS, Canada Full timePension and Benefits Specialist, Human Resources - Temporary, Full-time · Other Professions (HR, IT, Finance, etc.) Hybrid Remote , Halifax,Nova Scotia Temporary, Full-Time ReqID: 40071 · Description · Position at VON Canada · Employment Status: Temporary, Full-Time (1.0 FTE) ...
-
Human Resources Assistant- People Services
Found in: Talent CA C2 - 2 days ago
Nova Scotia Health Authority Halifax, Canada Full timeAbout the Opportunity · Reporting to the Director of People Services, Central Zone, the HR Assistant is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the program and confidential administrative support to People Services team. The HR Assistant provides additional support to ...
-
rpn/lpn
Found in: Indeed CA C2 - 1 week ago
Bayshore HealthCare Halifax, Canada TEMPORARYBayshore is looking for passionate and caring Nurses to join our supportive and inclusive team. · You will use your clinical skills to ensure that our clients receive the highest quality home health care, they need and deserve delivered with compassion, excellence and reliability ...
-
AVP, Outsourcing
Found in: Appcast CA C2 A - 4 days ago
Butterfield Group Halifax, NS, CanadaButterfield Support Services (Halifax) Limited provides centralized shared services and support to the Butterfield Group in the areas of Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations, Client Services and Compliance. Operating in multiple jurisdiction ...
-
Director, Site Performance Management
Found in: Jooble CA O C2 - 1 day ago
Von Canada Halifax, NS, Canada Full timeEmployment Status: Regular, Full Time (1.Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75 · This position is hybrid-remote and requires travel to VON sites in Nova Scotia. · VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal, and social support to people who want to live every day t ...
Pension and Benefits Specialist, Human Resources - Halifax, Canada - VON
Description
Description
Position at VON Canada Requisition Details: Employment Status: Temporary, Full-Time (1.0 FTE)Program Name: Human Resources
Work Schedule: Days
Number of Hours Bi-weekly: 75Anticipated End Date: October 2025
This is a hybrid work opportunity where the successful candidate will split their time to work remotely and in-office at our Halifax site.
About us:
VON provides home and community care to more than 10,000 people every day in Ontario and Nova Scotia. As a registered charity and not-for-profit, our organization is all about the difference we can make in people's lives. Working at VON is more than just a job, it is a career that impacts how Canadians live.
Job Summary: The Pension and Benefits (P&B) Specialist is responsible for administering employee pension and benefit programs, recommending plan changes and serving as a resource to staff and managers on related issues and ensuring accuracy of employee data. Key Responsibilities:
VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.
