Talent & Employee Experience Support Partner

Owen Sound; Midhurst; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development opportunities

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

The County of Simcoe is seeking a Talent & Employee Experience Support Partner to support end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and employee experience initiatives. This temporary, full-time 4-month contract emphasizes collaboration with client departments and accurate HR data management in SAP and SharePoint.

The role requires a post-secondary diploma in HR or related field, 2+ years in HR with a recruitment focus, knowledge of employment legislation, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in HR or related field required.
• Minimum 2 years’ HR experience with recruitment focus.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and unionized environments is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office and HRIS systems like SAP or Deltek.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment for summer student, seasonal, and junior roles.
• Administer HR data and employee files in SAP and SharePoint with high accuracy.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and development initiatives.
• Conduct reference checks and process new hire documents, including long-term care hires.
• Analyze and report HR metrics related to recruitment, diversity, and engagement.
• Provide guidance on employee experience policies to client departments.
• Support recruitment events and maintain the employer brand.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Post-secondary diploma in HR or related field

Tools

SAP

Deltek

SharePoint

Job description

The County of Simcoe is dedicated to fostering thriving communities and enhancing the well-being of its residents through impactful public service. We believe our strength lies in our people, and we are committed to creating an exceptional employee experience. As a Talent & Employee Experience Support Partner, you will play a crucial role in shaping a positive and inclusive workplace, ensuring our teams are well-supported from attraction to growth, and enabling the County to deliver on its mission effectively. This is a temporary, full-time 4-month contract opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support comprehensive talent acquisition processes, including advertising, screening, and coordinating interviews.
• Administer full-cycle recruitment for summer student, seasonal, and junior-level positions.
• Manage essential HR data and employee files, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in systems like SAP and SharePoint.
• Coordinate and facilitate onboarding activities, employee development initiatives, and engagement programs.
• Conduct reference checks and process critical documents for new hires, especially for Long Term Care candidates.
• Collect, analyze, and report on HR metrics related to recruitment, talent management, diversity, and engagement.
• Provide responsive support to client departments on employee experience policies and procedures.
• Participate in recruitment events and job fairs to strengthen the County’s employer brand.
• Assist with organizational changes and ensure compliance with leave of absence requests and status updates.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive work culture through support of recognition programs and employee lifecycle touchpoints.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a three (3) year Post-Secondary Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a Human Resources environment, with a focus on recruitment.
• General knowledge of relevant employment legislation, acts, and regulations, including a unionized work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous deadlines and competing priorities with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office software applications and experience with an HRIS system (e.g., SAP, Deltek).
• Valid G class driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to travel to off-site locations and work outside of normal business hours as required.
• A Criminal Records Check (less than 6 months old at time of hire) will be required.
• CHRP designation or a Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Human Resources Management are considered assets.

Benefits:

• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to community well-being.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive employee experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and engagement.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.