Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Pension Office

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

4 December 2025

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

1.0

Salary Grade

$72,242.00 - $93,951.00

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG10

Start Date

1/1/2026

End Date

6/30/2026

Employee Group:

PEA - Term

of Hires Needed

1

Category

Financial Services

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria's largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

*This position is eligible for a Hybrid Work Arrangement*

The salary range for this position is:

• Recruitment range: $72,242 - $79,650 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range: $93,951 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Pension Services administers the pension benefits for members of the University of Victoria and oversees investment programs to support the Boards of Pension Trustees and various pension committees for the Combination Pension Plan; the Money Purchase Pension Plan; the Staff Pension Plan; and the Supplemental Benefit Arrangement (the pension plans).

As a key member of Pension Services, the Pensions Entitlement Officer provides assistance to the Associate Director in the planning, development, communication administration and implementation of pension services and programs for the University Community. The position provides individual consultation to plan members and their legal and financial counselors regarding projected and final pensions; calculate pension benefits, including commuted values, pension divisions on marital breakdown; amounts transferable under portability arrangements; and survivor benefits payable from the defined benefit, defined contribution and combination plans of the University. The position maintains the cumulative distribution and member's account balances in certain of the pension plans, and audit monthly bank reconciliations and prepare other reconciliations as required. In addition the Officer may develop and present annual retirement seminars and other communications regarding retirement planning.

Job Requirements

A bachelor's degree in business, economics or related field plus five years' related experience, preferably in a financial environment including several years of experience performing complex pension benefits calculations (preferably under both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans).

An equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered.

• strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to perform detailed calculations quickly and accurately and exercise judgment in non-routine cases;
• a good working knowledge of the Pension Benefits Standards Act (BC), relevant sections of the Income Tax Act (Canada), the Family Law Act (BC) and be able to exercise judgment and interpret the plan documents and governing legislation for complex cases;
• a solid understanding of the financial markets and other factors that impact pensions;
• the ability to communicate effectively writing and orally to both individuals and large groups who have varying levels of pension knowledge
• excellent computer skills in order to be able to work with a variety of applications including spreadsheets, word processing applications and databases
• the ability to manage and meet deadlines under a heavy workload while operating with a high degree of independence.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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