Talent Acquisition Coordinator at City of Medicine Hat

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Talent Acquisition Coordinator!

Temporary (Up to 15 months) | Full-Time | On-site

Starting at $52,600/year

As a Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you'll be an integral part of our dynamic Talent Acquisition team, helping to attract and hire great people who make a difference in our organization and community. You'll coordinate recruitment activities, support candidates throughout their hiring journey, and help ensure a positive and efficient recruitment experience for both candidates and hiring leaders. Through your organization, attention to detail, and customer-focused approach, you'll play an important role in helping us build a talented and engaged workforce.

We're a team that believes how we work is just as important as the work we do. Grounded in our values - Own It, Team Up, Be Curious, and Service with Care - we're committed to delivering meaningful impact for our community while supporting each other along the way.

How you'll own it

• Coordinate and manage tasks associated with recruitment competitions including job postings, seniority reports and recruitment correspondence.
• Review recruitment competitions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with established recruitment practices.
• Schedule and coordinate interviews, assessments, and selection activities while serving as a key point of contact.
• Prepare, coordinate, and track employment offers and pre-employment requirements.
• Support and coordinate high-volume, seasonal, and internal recruitment initiatives to meet organizational staffing needs.
• Maintain accurate recruitment records and applicant tracking information throughout the hiring process.
• Organize and participate in recruitment events and community outreach activities to promote employment opportunities and strengthen candidate pipelines.
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, tools, and administrative practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What you bring

• Strong organizational and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple recruitment activities, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Knowledge of recruitment processes and best practices across a variety of business environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, applicant tracking systems, databases, spreadsheets, document management, and internet-based applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling documentation, candidate information, and confidential records.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with candidates, hiring leaders, colleagues, and external partners.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to anticipate needs and follow through on commitments.
• Comfort working in an on-site role while collaborating with colleagues and candidates in a virtual environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, exercise sound judgment, and adapt effectively to changing priorities and competing demands.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Administration, Office Technology, or related field.
• Two (2) years of work experience in an administrative support role with a focus on talent acquisition.
• Experience with standard office technology, customer service, coordinating, and administrative support duties.
• Familiarity with working in a unionized workforce is an asset.
• An equivalent combination of management-approved training, education, and experience may be considered.

Why you'll love working with us

We show up with accountability, care, and teamwork - every day, with every person. Our values guide how we work together, serve our community, and support one another so we can deliver exceptional public service.

• Collaborative team culture: Be part of a supportive environment where we Team Up to deliver great community outcomes.
• Career growth and development: We encourage you to Be Curious, offering training and development that fosters continuous learning.
• Competitive total rewards: We Own It by recognizing and rewarding the work that moves our community forward.
• Flexibilitywork life balance: Our commitment to Service with Care includes supporting your wellbeing at work and at home.

Want a deeper look at what it's like working with us? This page outlines the values and behaviours that guide our work every day.

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