Director, Compensation

About the Role Reporting to the Managing Director of Compensation, this role leads a team of Compensation specialists and provides leadership and oversight of job evaluation and compensation programs across the Government of Nova Scotia. You will help ensure classification and compensation frameworks are equitable, consistent, and responsive, while delivering a modern, consultative service that strengthens client partnerships and organizational capability. You will collaborate with leaders and system partners to support organizational design, workforce planning, and enterprise decision-making. What You'll Do

• Lead the delivery of enterprise-wide compensation and classification programs, including job evaluation frameworks, compensation structures, and processes supporting internal equity, market competitiveness, fiscal responsibility, and compliance.
• Provide strategic and expert advice to leaders on organizational design, job evaluation, and compensation management to support sound, evidence-based decision-making, fiscal responsibility, and client service.
• Lead strategic and operational initiatives to strengthen compensation programs and service delivery, including modernization and service delivery enhancements, analytics, and reporting.
• Provide leadership and expert guidance on compensation matters, including classification appeals, grievances, and negotiations, ensuring alignment with government priorities and policy direction.
• Build and sustain collaborative relationships across government to promote consistent practices and effective service delivery.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement by advancing modern approaches, streamlining processes, enabling data-informed decisions, and building enterprise capability through knowledge transfer in compensation and classification.
• Lead, develop, and support a high-performing team, fostering engagement, accountability, and professional growth. What We're Looking For
• You are a strategic and collaborative leader with strong judgment, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline; graduate degree is an asset.
• Professional certification in compensation is an asset (e.g., CCP/WorldatWork).
• Experience: Extensive experience in compensation and classification, including job evaluation and pay structure administration, preferably within a large, unionized organization.
• Experience leading teams or complex projects in dynamic organizational settings; demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive organization-wide outcomes.
• Experience interpreting and applying compensation-related policies, collective agreements, or legislation.
• Assets: Experience leading modernization, process improvement, or change initiatives; experience developing or implementing corporate programs or strategies.
• Behavioral Competencies: Strategic thinking and sound judgment; strong communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills; client-focused with the ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships; ability to influence and build credibility with leaders.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical capability, including interpreting and analyzing compensation and workforce data; proficiency using Excel, HRIS platforms, and reporting tools; knowledge of compensation practices, job evaluation methodologies, and applicable legislation; alignment with the LEADS Leadership Framework and inclusive leadership practices. Nice to Have
• Experience leading modernization, process improvement, or change initiatives.
• Experience developing or implementing corporate programs or strategies. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: EC 13, Salary Range: $4,322.15 - $5,402.66 bi-weekly.
• Benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
• Working Conditions: 35 hours per week; Additional hours may be required.