Hr & Payroll Coordinator

Merritt is a small, caring, resilient city located in the stunning Nicola Valley of BC. We are surrounded by a spectacular sprawling rugged landscape at the hub of the Coquihalla highway mountain pass. Living in Merritt, you'll find short commutes, big amenities and an abundance of outdoor and indoor recreation and leisure amenities for all ages and preferences.

Working at the City of Merritt, you'll join a team of caring coworkers and innovative roll-up-your-sleeves who are passionate about public service and determined to make a difference. Whether we're delivering essential services, running community recreation programs, or more, our team takes pride in helping Merritt to be an attractive, sustainable, healthy and safe small city. We work together to build a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects our values and the community we serve

Position Summary

The HR & Payroll Coordinator is responsible for providing HR business partner support to recruit and retain talent. Administer payroll, benefits and remittances.

This position champions a respectful, inclusive and caring workplace culture that aligns with the City’s values. The incumbent is a technical expert and a pro at building relationships at all levels of the organization.

Reporting to the Manager of Finance & Human Resources, this position partners with management to coordinate recruitment, provide HR advisory services and support positive labour and employee relations, OH&S, DE&I and training and development services.

The HR & Payroll Coordinator administers the full-cycle payroll and the payroll information systems (HRISMyWay and Vadim). As well as administer employee benefits and the pension plan. This position administers, collects, verifies and process payroll information, determines pay and benefit entitlements for employees, maintains accurate payroll records, and provides payroll information for the organization.

This position also provides confidential HR administrative support, collaborates with the team to manage records for HR, OH&S and Payroll and maintains HR and safety-related information systems.

Education, Knowledge and Experience

• University degree in Commerce or Business Administration or a related field supplemented by a National Payroll Institute designation (PCP, CPM) and CPHR designation (preferred).
• Two years of experience in a human resources capacity.
• Three years of experience processing payroll.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Working knowledge of best practices, technical standards and legislated requirements pertaining to HR, payroll and employment.
• Tech-savvy and proficient with computers, MS Office Suite, databases and payroll systems.

For new hires and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, a satisfactory Police Information Check and clean driving record are required conditions of employment.

We offer a total rewards package with competitive salaries ($75,000 - $77,500) yr comprehensive extended health care benefits, group insurances, opportunities for career growth and development, well-being benefits, an employee assistance program, exclusive perks, on-site parking and a supportive, respectful work environment.

This position will be posted until filled. Please note that we are actively recruiting for this position. For full consideration, apply today!

The City of Merritt is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.