Talent Coordinator

NorQuest College; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 57,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pension and benefits

Generous vacation entitlements

Flexible benefits package

Continuous learning culture

Job summary

NorQuest College is seeking a Talent Coordinator to support HR operations, benefits, leaves, and onboarding. You’ll ensure accurate data in HRIS and provide timely information to employees across the college.

You will report to the Team Lead, Talent Operations and collaborate with colleagues to maintain pension, benefits, and employee services. If you are detail-oriented and process-driven, you will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Two-year post-secondary diploma in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in benefits, HR operations, or similar roles.
• Experience with HRIS systems; PeopleSoft experience is an asset.
• CEBS or PCP certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage HRIS to access and revise employee data.
• Maintain accurate employee records and process hires, transfers, data changes, and leaves.
• Support benefits and pension administration, enrollment, changes, terminations, and inquiries.
• Partner with providers and internal teams for smooth processing.
• Facilitate onboarding with documents and information for new employees.
• Prepare employment letters with accuracy and care.
• Assist employees with benefit inquiries and life events.
• Participate in HR service and system improvement projects.
• Stay current on policies, legislation, and agreements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Customer-centric

Clear communication

HR knowledge

Education

Two-year post-secondary diploma

CEBS/PCP asset

Tools

HRIS

PeopleSoft

Job description

Career Opportunities: Talent Coordinator (1890)

Requisition ID1890-Posted10/09/2026-People & Talent Operations-People, Culture & Equity-NorQuest College

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1890 CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 18, 2026 @ 11:59PM MDT

PEOPLE AND TALENT OPERATIONS

NorQuesters are difference makers, and we’re looking for someone who shares that spirit to join our Talent Operations team. As our Talent Coordinator you’ll be the go-to support for employee data changes, benefits, leaves, and onboarding administration. This role helps ensure employees have a smooth and positive experience from the moment they join the college and throughout their time with us.

Reporting to the Team Lead, Talent Operations, you’ll work closely with colleagues across People & Talent Operations to keep our HR systems accurate, our benefits running smoothly, and our employees supported with clear, timely information.

If you’re detail-oriented, collaborative, and energized by helping people, you’ll thrive here.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Utilize and manage the HR Information Systems (HRIS) to access and revise employee data.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HR Information System (HRIS), including processing hires, transfers, data changes, and leaves.
• Support the administration of benefits and pension plans—enrollment, changes, terminations, and responding to employee questions.
• Partner with benefit providers and internal teams to ensure smooth, accurate processing.
• Facilitate onboarding activities by preparing employee documentation and ensuring new NorQuesters have the information they need to get started.
• Prepare and issue employment letters with accuracy and care.
• Assist employees with benefit inquiries, life events, pension questions, and other People Services requests.
• Participate in process improvements and projects that enhance HR services and systems.
• Stay current on policies, collective agreements, legislation, and administrative practices related to benefits, leaves, and employee data.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A two-year post-secondary diploma in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in benefits, HR operations, or a similar role.
• Working knowledge of benefits administration, legislation, and collective agreements.
• Experience with HRIS systems; PeopleSoft experience is an asset.
• CEBS or PCP certification is considered an asset.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring:

• You are detail-driven, curious, and eager to learn new systems and processes.
• You communicate clearly and positively with employees and partners.
• You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• You take a customer-centric approach to your work and enjoy helping others.
• You align with NorQuest’s values, including an inclusive mindset and respect for diverse perspectives.

SALARY: $56,696 - $73,659 reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time, permanent position that offers immediate access to comprehensive pension and benefits programs, generous vacation entitlements, a flexible benefits package, and a strong culture of continuous learning. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information:

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is required they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

We encourage applicants toinclude the assessment certificate as part of the application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility

At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [e-mail] .