Recruitment Specialist

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 73,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Metro Vancouver is seeking a full-time Recruitment Specialist to manage recruitment processes and strategic planning. You will build relationships with clients, implement innovative sourcing strategies, and support workforce planning. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field, 3-5 years’ experience in recruitment, and excellent communication skills. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive benefits and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive pay

25 days of vacation

Employer-paid health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• Three to five years’ relevant work experience in a complex environment.
• CPHR designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Acts as first point of contact for recruitment activities.
• Develops relationships with clients to understand staffing needs.
• Provides training to managers on recruitment policies.

Skills

Strong recruitment expertise

Excellent communication skills

Ability to develop and evaluate information

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline

Human Resources Management diploma program

Job description

At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work‑life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s People, Culture & Inclusion department is seeking a regular, full‑time (1.0 FTE) Recruitment Specialist. The position will support human resources strategic planning for clients in the assigned portfolio. They will act as the main point of recruitment and selection contact, develop recruitment and advertising strategies, source candidates, participate on selection committees, and provide advice on complex recruitment issues. They will also provide training and support to managers and selection committee members.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Acts as the first point of contact for recruitment‑related activities. Develops relationships with clients to understand staffing needs and identifies creative solutions to staffing problems. Develops and implements innovative sourcing strategies for clients while adhering to contractual obligations and Institute policies. Ensures recruitment practices support and promote diversity initiatives.
• Acts as a strategic advisor to Selection Committee Chairpersons. Conducts interviews and makes recommendations to selection committees with evaluations that reflect sound, objective selection decisions.
• Makes recommendations to support the development and implementation of competency‑based recruitment practices on an Institute‑wide basis. Develops selection criteria and assessment tools.
• Supports a strategic workforce planning approach to recruitment in conjunction with line managers, HR Business Partners and Manager, Human Resources.
• Provides training to managers on recruitment policies and procedures; provides current and thorough guidelines regarding recruitment processes. Works with hiring managers to mitigate exceptional costs associated with sourcing. Works to minimize costs associated with time to fill.
• Provides constructive feedback to internal and external candidates on interview performance. Counsels, coaches, and supports employees in meeting their personal and professional career development objectives.
• Fosters a positive labour relations environment by participating in discussions with managers and union stewards on complex recruitment issues. Escalates controversial selection decisions to managers in Human Resources and Labour Relations.
• Interprets hiring procedures as outlined in the collective agreements, relevant legislation and Institute policy.
• Provides direction to the Recruitment Assistant. Participates in recruitment activities such as screening resumes, reference checking, and pre‑employment testing as needed.
• Develops relationships with external stakeholders to attract a diverse range of highly qualified candidates to the Institute; i.e. building partnerships, networking, and attending career fairs. Keeps current on HR practices.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and/or completion of a recognized Human Resources Management diploma program.
• Three to five years’ relevant work experience in a complex, unionised environment.
• CPHR designation is an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong recruitment expertise with a track record of talent sourcing success.
• Thorough knowledge of recruitment, selection, compensation, employee and labour relations, conflict resolution, workforce planning, collective agreement interpretation, Employment Standards and Human Rights legislation.
• Knowledge of provincial and federal laws, statutes and regulations pertaining to recruitment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of major HR functions and in planning, developing and implementing recruitment‑related projects.
• Ability to develop, organise, and evaluate information to arrive at sound, supportable decisions.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills including ability to conduct group presentations.
• Ability to deal tactfully and decisively with sensitive client issues while maintaining highest level of customer service and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and handle changing priorities.
• Detail‑oriented with an aptitude for metrics.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty‑five days of vacation
• Competitive employer‑paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part‑time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here !

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialised persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire.

Posting Category

Management

Salary Range

$73,593 - $101,191, with a control point of $91,992 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and the maximum base salary for a position. The control point of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred, or promoted between the minimum and the control point of the salary range for a job, taking internal equity into account. Salaries above the control point may be considered for extenuating circumstances and must be approved by an external governing body.

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