Posted 3 months ago
Director, HR Systems and Operations
@ City of Burnaby
British Columbia
Overview
The City of Burnaby is hiring a Director, HR Systems and Operations on an approximate two-year term, reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer. The role leads implementation of Lean Review recommendations and integration of Payroll, Compensation, and HRIS operations, plus workforce analytics. Full-time or temporary, with a salary of $186,440 to $207,168 and an $11,786.16 annual stipend.
Responsibilities:
- Lead implementation of Lean Review recommendations and operational improvement projects
- Integrate Payroll, Compensation, and HRIS operations
- Strengthen workforce analytics and business intelligence
- Partner with Finance, IT, and departmental leaders
- Lead change management and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements summary:
- Master's degree in HR, business administration, finance, or related discipline
- Considerable leadership experience in HR, payroll, or business operations
- Experience with HRIS, ERP, or enterprise business systems
- Change management and process improvement experience
- Experience in unionized or public sector environments
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Director |
| Department | Human resources |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance |
| Perks mentioned | Home office allowance |
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City of Burnaby
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Burnaby is a great place to live, learn, work and play. We are committed to strengthening our overall well-being and growing into the future as a liveable, vibrant and sustainable community. Burnaby works to facilitate an engaged and active citizenry, a healthy economy and a real respect for the natural environment. It was voted by Maclean’s Magazine as the “Best Run City in Canada!” If you're an exceptional team player who is looking for meaningful challenges and a great place to live, work and grow, contact us today. Let's get to work making Burnaby the best it can be! Get the 98.6 km squared office at: www.burnaby.ca/careers Photo credit: Kenny Louie
- LinkedIn followers
- 38,322
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,965
- Reported office locations
- 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC, V5G1M2, CA
- Business categories
- Social
- Non Profit
- Government
- Other recorded names
- City of Burnaby
- Specialties
- Municipal Government Organization
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- 0
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Burnaby is a great place to live, learn, work and play. We are committed to strengthening our overall well-being and growing into the future as a liveable, vibrant and sustainable community. Burnaby works to facilitate an engaged and active citizenry, a healthy economy and a real respect for the natural environment. It was voted by Maclean’s Magazine as the “Best Run City in Canada!” If you're an exceptional team…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | BC, V5G1M2 |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1892 |
| Specialties | Municipal Government Organization |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 27 |
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The City of Burnaby is undertaking a significant transformation of its People and Culture operations. Guided by a recently completed Lean Six Sigma Review, we are modernizing how payroll, compensation, workforce analytics, and HR technology services are delivered across the organization.
We are seeking an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as Director, HR Systems and Operations for an approximate two-year term. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), this executive-level position will lead the implementation of strategic operational improvements across Payroll, Compensation, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). This role offers a unique opportunity to lead organizational change, strengthen service delivery, and help shape the future of workforce operations within one of British Columbia's largest and most progressive municipalities.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with existing leadership in Payroll, Compensation, and HRIS functions and establish governance frameworks and service standards
Lead the implementation of approved Lean Review recommendations, organizational effectiveness initiatives, and operational improvement projects
Drive the integration and alignment of Payroll, Compensation, and HRIS operations to enhance service delivery, accountability, and efficiency
Strengthen workforce analytics, reporting, and business intelligence capabilities to support informed decision-making and workforce planning
Partner with Finance, Information Technology, departmental leaders, and other interested parties to improve operational effectiveness and service delivery
Lead business transformation, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives across assigned divisions
Provide related recommendations to the CHRO
Performs related work as required.
Qualifications
Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline, supplemented by considerable leadership experience in human resources, payroll, business operations, organizational transformation, or related fields; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Professional designation such as CPHR, CPA, PMP, CCP, PCP or a related credential is considered an asset.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
Organizational transformation, operational excellence, or service modernization
Human resources operations, payroll, compensation, workforce analytics, or related business functions
HRIS, ERP, workforce management, or enterprise business systems
Change management, process improvement, and continuous improvement methodologies
Leadership within a unionized, public sector, or similarly complex organizational environment.
The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, relationship-building, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills, along with the ability to build partnerships, influence outcomes, and deliver results in a complex and evolving environment.
STEP 1 | STEP 2 | STEP 3 | STEP 4 | STEP 5 | |
Annual Salary | $186,440 | $191,608 | $196,795 | $201,981 | $207,168 |
Special Benefit | $11,786.16 Annual Stipend |
The closing date for this competition will remain open until it is filled. First consideration will be given to applications submitted by July 20, 2026.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
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