Talent Acquisition Specialist at City of Victoria BC

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Competition Number: 26/115

Closing Date: June 23, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: People and Culture

Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time)

Salary: Pay Band 3 ($89,082.43 to $104,801.32)

Employee Group: This is an Exempt position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Position Summary

Reporting to the Lead, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Specialist provides full-cycle recruitment support to an assigned client portfolio. As a subject matter expert in recruitment, they partner with hiring leaders to understand operational needs and business goals and develop strategies to attract and select candidates with the competencies required for success. Their ability to guide leaders through the recruitment process directly impacts the organization’s ability to achieve its objectives.

You will support a portfolio with program development and oversight related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in City of Victoria recruitment, as well as a variety of additional client departments.

If you are passionate about building inclusive talent practices, removing systemic barriers, and advancing the City of Victoria’s commitment to being an employer that welcomes individuals of all abilities, ages, religions, genders, citizenship statuses, sexual orientations, and ethnicities, we want to hear from you!

Lived experience as a member of an underrepresented and/or marginalized community, or experience working closely with these communities, is considered an asset for this portfolio.

Work From Home

The successful candidate for this posting is eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement, working 2 days in office (subject to change based on policy), in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy. Such arrangements are determined with each employee and subject to change based on operational needs and policy direction.

EDO

The successful candidate may be eligible for earned days off, earning up to two days per month in recognition of time worked beyond core operational hours. Such arrangements are subject to change based on operational needs.

Accountabilities

The Talent Acquisition Specialist works in collaboration with hiring leaders to deliver full-cycle talent acquisition support to assigned client groups. Specific responsibilities include:

• Receiving staffing requisitions and consulting with hiring leaders to develop talent acquisition strategy, selection criteria, and action plans
• Drafting, developing, and advertising positions using clear and effective job postings
• Supporting hiring managers to fairly and objectively screen applicants by providing advice, information, and tools to determine qualification based on established role requirements
• Facilitating positive candidate experience throughout the talent acquisition process in close collaboration with hiring leaders, focusing on clear and timely communication
• Consulting with hiring leaders to create pertinent interview guides, testing and other selection methods that enable them to identify the best candidates for the position
• Leading selection interview panels, facilitating and coaching hiring leaders on appropriate interview techniques to ensure fair, defensible, and welcoming hiring processes
• Building hiring leader capacity and capabilities through training and development
• Coordinating large-scale hiring initiatives, including annual hiring for temporary seasonal work for the Public Works and Parks departments, Victoria Fire Department Firefighter hiring processes, Recreation Division hiring for groups of temporary positions, and staffing to new or changing operational areas. This requires the Talent Acquisition Specialist to perform consultation, planning, administration, and oversight responsibilities, taking a project management approach to each hiring initiative
• Administering recruitment-related policy and interpreting and advising on collective agreement provisions as they apply to the talent acquisition process
• Preparing hiring leaders for presenting offers of employment and negotiating terms not specific within collective agreements, including preparing offer letters
• Supporting successful candidates through the onboarding process
• Providing meaningful feedback and coaching for candidates to enable their future success
• Working within the HRIS, Applicant Tracking System, and established records management systems to ensuring required documentation, records and administration are completed
• Accurately recording, composing, and analyzing recruitment related data, metrics, and reports and using this information to inform and advise on future talent acquisition action, strategies, or process improvements
• Proactively identifying opportunities for operational leaders to creatively solve talent acquisition challenges in collaboration with HR Client Services team members through the Job Design and Evaluation process
• Participating in grievance processes related to talent acquisition activities
• Supporting operational leaders and Abilities Management colleagues in identifying appropriate employee accommodations and return to work plans
• Identifying, developing, and leading talent acquisition related program and process improvements
• Contributing to the operations and administration of the People and Culture Department, including identifying trends, issues, and identifying solutions

Perform other related activities.

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary diploma in Human Resources or a related field
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible full-cycle recruitment experience
• Experience using an HRIS, Applicant Tracking System or related software
• Experience applying recruitment strategies including sourcing, selecting, and working with external recruitment agencies, and using external posting options, including social media channels

The following are considered assets

• Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation
• Additional Post-Secondary education in Human Resources or a related field
• Experience in a unionized environment

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].