Manager, Total Rewards & Payroll

Join Our Mission at the Calgary Drop-In CentreAt the Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI) were looking for passionate community-minded people who know that kindness can change youre helping guests find housing supporting their recovery journey or keeping our operations running strong your work here truly matters. Every role at the DI is about creating possibilities for others and for We AreThe Calgary Drop-In and Rehab Centre (the DI) is a low-barrier housing-focused organization serving some of Calgarys most vulnerable community believe everyone deserves dignity safety and the opportunity to thrive. Every day our team meets people where theyre at offering basic needs compassion and connection while helping them move toward stable permanent work is guided by the principles of housing first trauma-informed care harm reduction and recovery-oriented practice. But above all were guided by people their stories their strengths and their you join the DI youre joining a team built on respect collaboration and OpportunityPosition Title: Manager Total Rewards & PayrollReports To: Director People & CultureEmployment Type: Full-time PermanentSchedule: 5 days on/2 days off Monday to FridayLocation: 1 Dermot Baldwin Way SE Calgary AlbertaAbout the DepartmentThe People & Culture team is committed to fostering a respectful inclusive and values-driven workplace. We work closely with leaders and employees to support meaningful work experiences a positive organizational culture and strive to create an environment where people feel supported heard and Youll DoEvery role at the DI makes a this position you will:Shape a highperforming Payroll and Benefits team through strong leadership coaching and development; driving service excellence aligned with the Agencys culture and collaboration with key stakeholders to deliver a strategic endtoend Payroll and Total Rewards program that meets the evolving needs of the bestpractice operations by reviewing analyzing and improving payroll benefits and tax processes handson support and backup to the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to ensure seamless ontime payroll operations through continuous improvement: simplifying processes strengthening controls and enhancing efficiency and data the DIs Total Rewards strategy shaping compensation benefits and timeoff programs that support employees throughout every stage of their journey while advancing the DIs short-& long-term endtoend leave administration across disability and leave programs delivering a consistent valuesaligned experience supported by accurate reporting and collaborate closely with Health Safety and Wellness to ensure seamless WCB processes and and collaborate with the Director People and Culture to shape and deliver the annual compensation program aligning execution with the DIs compensation philosophy and broader Total Rewards and strengthen job evaluation processes ensuring alignment with organizational compensation a leader youll bring thoughtful valuesaligned solutions to life while keeping the employee experience at the heart of every decisionThis role is ideal for a peoplefocused leader who values collaboration and purpose thrives as a strategic partner and is passionate about creating positive meaningful employee You BringWe know that great people come from all kinds of backgrounds. You dont have to check every single box! If youre passionate about helping others and share our values we want to hear from -HavesMinimum 8 years of progressively responsible payroll compensation and total rewards experience with a history of demonstrating a passion for delivering exceptional servicePost Secondary Degree with preference given to specialties in Human Resources Business Administration or related field3 years of experience leading a team PLP designation or relevant designationIn depth knowledge of the payroll function including preparation payment reconciliation internal controls and payroll taxes with a preference for experience with Ceridian Dayforce payroll platformDemonstrated knowledge of pay equity compliance and building complex total rewards strategiesDemonstrated knowledge and experience with compensation and job evaluationIn depth knowledge of current legislation (OHS Act Employment Standards Act WSIA)Ability to provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector clearance project management skills and experience delivering complex initiative sProven ability to build effective relationships across all organizational levelsExcellent communication skills with an ability to translate data insights into tangible actionsNice to HavesPrevious experience with Payroll system implementation and configuration of payroll and HRIS requirements Experience working in a 24/7 operationDayforce experienceWorking at the DIWorking at the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) means being part of meaningful human-centered work that can sometimes involve complex and emotionally charged situations. You may encounter individuals experiencing crisis distress or strong emotions and situations that require calm quick thinking and compassion under know this work can be intense and we also know its deeply impactful. Thats why we prioritize staff wellbeing through training peer and supervisory support debriefing opportunities and a strong culture of teamwork. Our environment calls for resilience and steadiness but it also offers the reward of seeing real change and connection every day. Some roles may also involve occasional exposure to medical distress or bodily fluids and safety protocols and resources are always in place to support & BenefitsWe believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. Our total rewards package includes: Competitive compensation Comprehensive health and dental benefits Employer-matching RRSP program Paid vacation sick and wellness days Employee & Family Assistance Program (Homewood EFAP) Life and AD&D insurance Ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesBenefits typically begin on the first of the month following your start date and our P&C team will ensure you have clear information and support from day Youll Love Working HereJoining the DI means joining a community that believes in people and their capacity resilience and worth. Youll have the chance to: Make a tangible difference in peoples lives every single day Work with a team that values respect compassion and authenticity Collaborate with dedicated professionals and community partners Be part of an organization that encourages growth wellbeing and innovationYoull play a key role in supporting an integrated person-centered approach that promotes wellbeing dignity and connection for every individual we serve. At the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) our team members help create safe inclusive and trauma-informed spaces where people can access the support they need to move toward stability and every interaction youll contribute to high-quality compassionate service that reflects the shared mission vision and values of the & AccessibilityAt the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) we believe inclusion compassion and respect make us stronger as an organization and as a community. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. If you require accommodation during the hiring process please contact and well be happy to support to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds like the right fit wed love to meet apply with your resume and cover letter at you have questions or would like to learn more about working at the DI please visit our website here.