Supervisor, Payroll and Benefits (Permanent)

Position: Supervisor, Payroll and Benefits               

Start Date: Anticipated Spring 2026             

Status: Permanent, Full Time

Application Deadline: March 10, 2026 @ 11:59PM           

Salary: $113,795 (starting) to $142,243 (at 30 months)

Position Summary:  

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The Supervisor, Payroll and Benefits is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of the London Police Service (LPS)’ payroll, benefits, and pension plan.   

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the processing of bi-weekly payroll for the London Police Service (LPS), ensuring employees are paid accurately and in compliance with regulations, applicable legislations, and Working Agreements. 
• Supervise, coordinate, advise, coach, and evaluate members of the Payroll and Benefits Unit (PBU) while ensuring the effective and efficient utilization of available personnel and equipment.
•  Maintain direct oversight of the health and safety of staff by ensuring they have the appropriate equipment, training, and adhere to protocols for safety.
• Coordinate and oversee the training of new staff members.
• Ensure that LPS Procedures, PBU Policies and Procedures, and applicable legislation are complied with by staff.
• Review and approve all payroll adjustments including salary increases, pension deductions, benefit expenses, and voluntary deductions.
• Prepare and audit retroactive calculations and related deductions in relation to contract negotiations. 
• Ensure payroll programs/software is set-up in accordance with the Working Agreements.
• Process confidential matters such as terminations, family status benefits, and garnishments.
• Oversee the time and attendance function of LPS and ensure that employee attendance is reported accurately.
• Manage the administration of the Ontario Municipal Employees' Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan. 
• Deliver retirement seminars in relation to the OMERS pension plan and benefits.
• Prepare and/or review corporate communication in relation to the pension plan.
• Respond to employee inquiries in relation to their pension, prior OMERS pension service, and prior pension service with another government agency.
• Attend seminars to ensure compliance and up to date knowledge of the pension plan.
• Oversee the administration of the LPS benefits program.
• Liaise with benefit insurance carriers and insurance broker regarding group coverage.
• Ensure premiums are accurately expensed, distribute written communication to employees and respond to employee inquiries.
• Ensure accruals and time-off banks are accurate and set-up in accordance with the applicable Working Agreements.
• Ensure schedules are applied in accordance with the applicable Working Agreement and/or Memorandums of Understanding. 
• Generate analytical and/or statistical reports as required.
• Prepare reports to support budget development and maintenance.
• Respond to inquiries from external agencies (City of London, insurance carriers, etc.)
• Maintain confidentiality of personal employee information.
• Other duties as assigned within the core competencies. 

Requirements

• 3-year post-secondary education in a related field (e.g., Payroll, Bookkeeping), or equivalent. 
• 5-7 years’ relevant experience in payroll. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and judgement required for the development of solutions and interpretation of guidelines and policies. 
• Excellent communication skills for regular contact throughout organization and with external contacts, to discuss technical information or decisions where different points of view may be expected, with tact, discretion, and persuasion.

Benefits/Pension:

Medical, Dental, and Vision, Life Insurance, Pension Plan (OMERS), Employee Family Assistance Plan, and on-site Fitness Facilities.

Hours of Duty: 

Day shift; Monday-Friday

Application Process:

Please refer to the “How to Apply” page on our website for application instructions.  We thank all applicants for their interest in the London Police Service; however, only those selected will be contacted.

London Police Service does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools in the selection or hiring process. Hiring decisions are made by humans based on job-related criteria.

The London Police Service is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, representative of the community we serve, that values equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are provided equal opportunities to succeed.

Applicants requiring accommodation for any stage of the application process, please contact our Human Resources Specialists at humanresources-hrspecialist@londonpolice.ca.

The London Police Service is located in southwestern Ontario, Canada. We have over 800 members (officers and civilians) and we proudly serve over 400,000 residents in the City of London. Our mission is to ensure the safety and well-being of London’s communities and our goal is to have a membership that is representative of the diverse London community.