Manager, Payroll, Benefits & HRIS
About the role
Competition Number: 126092
Type: Management & Excluded
Closing Date: April 12, 2026
Category: Full-time, Regular
Medicine Hat College is seeking a skilled and collaborative full-time regular Manager of Payroll, Benefits & HRIS to join our Human Resources team.
####A little about the role:
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this position will manage the College’s payroll and benefits functions and lead the administration of the HRIS (Unit 4 Business World). The Manager ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across payroll, benefits, and HR systems while supporting both operational and strategic HR initiatives. Key areas of responsibilities include managing payroll and benefits administration for all MHC employees, overseeing ability management, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work coordination, leading the implementation, optimization, continuous improvement of payroll, benefits and HR processes, administering and enhancing the payroll and human resources modules within Unit 4 to support organizational needs, and interpreting and applying collective agreements and legislative requirements.
Salary: $95,611 gross per annum
####Details:
As a successful applicant you'll have:
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business with a focus on human resources, payroll, or related field OR an equivalent combination of related post-secondary education, approved training and relevant work experience may be considered.
- Designation with the National Payroll Institute is considered an asset.
Experience
- A minimum of five years of progressive experience in HR, payroll, and benefits, preferably in a unionized environment, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Experience with system implementation, administration and maintenance; Unit 4 Business World experience is an asset.
Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong analytical abilities and proficiency with business software, with the capacity to translate operational needs into system requirements.
- Advanced knowledge of payroll, benefits and pension administration.
- Understanding of ability management, including leave administration, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
- Advanced understanding of the legislation and accounting requirements related to payroll and benefits.
- Familiarity of HR management practices, such as collective bargaining, compensation, and performance management.
- Ability to analyze processes, deliver training, and support end users.
- Experience collaborating with consultants and cross-functional teams on ERP changes.
- High attention to detail.
Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence in advising leaders and working collaboratively across the College.
Submission details:
Please submit a cover letter quotingCompetition #126092in both the subject line and the body of your email. Attach your cover letter and resume asone combined document. The application deadline isApril 12, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a validPolice Information/Criminal Record Checkobtainedfrom their local police service(not through an online third‑party provider). Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw this posting.
Submit your application by clicking Apply Now
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.
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About Medicine Hat College
Known for our focus on students − and our innovative and collaborative nature – Medicine Hat College proudly serves over 8,000 learners each year. Committed to the communities of southeastern Alberta, yet mindful of global opportunities, we invite you to develop your full potential through our broad array of programs, courses and services. MHC is a proud member of Campus Alberta and welcomes partnership to benefit our students and communities. To learn how we're here for you, visit www.mhc.ab.ca.
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Manager, Payroll, Benefits & HRIS
About the role
Competition Number: 126092
Type: Management & Excluded
Closing Date: April 12, 2026
Category: Full-time, Regular
Medicine Hat College is seeking a skilled and collaborative full-time regular Manager of Payroll, Benefits & HRIS to join our Human Resources team.
####A little about the role:
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this position will manage the College’s payroll and benefits functions and lead the administration of the HRIS (Unit 4 Business World). The Manager ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across payroll, benefits, and HR systems while supporting both operational and strategic HR initiatives. Key areas of responsibilities include managing payroll and benefits administration for all MHC employees, overseeing ability management, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work coordination, leading the implementation, optimization, continuous improvement of payroll, benefits and HR processes, administering and enhancing the payroll and human resources modules within Unit 4 to support organizational needs, and interpreting and applying collective agreements and legislative requirements.
Salary: $95,611 gross per annum
####Details:
As a successful applicant you'll have:
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business with a focus on human resources, payroll, or related field OR an equivalent combination of related post-secondary education, approved training and relevant work experience may be considered.
- Designation with the National Payroll Institute is considered an asset.
Experience
- A minimum of five years of progressive experience in HR, payroll, and benefits, preferably in a unionized environment, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
- Experience with system implementation, administration and maintenance; Unit 4 Business World experience is an asset.
Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong analytical abilities and proficiency with business software, with the capacity to translate operational needs into system requirements.
- Advanced knowledge of payroll, benefits and pension administration.
- Understanding of ability management, including leave administration, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
- Advanced understanding of the legislation and accounting requirements related to payroll and benefits.
- Familiarity of HR management practices, such as collective bargaining, compensation, and performance management.
- Ability to analyze processes, deliver training, and support end users.
- Experience collaborating with consultants and cross-functional teams on ERP changes.
- High attention to detail.
Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
- Confidence in advising leaders and working collaboratively across the College.
Submission details:
Please submit a cover letter quotingCompetition #126092in both the subject line and the body of your email. Attach your cover letter and resume asone combined document. The application deadline isApril 12, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a validPolice Information/Criminal Record Checkobtainedfrom their local police service(not through an online third‑party provider). Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw this posting.
Submit your application by clicking Apply Now
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.
Not the right fit? Search for Manager, Payroll, Benefits & HRIS jobs in Medicine Hat, AB
About Medicine Hat College
Known for our focus on students − and our innovative and collaborative nature – Medicine Hat College proudly serves over 8,000 learners each year. Committed to the communities of southeastern Alberta, yet mindful of global opportunities, we invite you to develop your full potential through our broad array of programs, courses and services. MHC is a proud member of Campus Alberta and welcomes partnership to benefit our students and communities. To learn how we're here for you, visit www.mhc.ab.ca.