Talent Acquisition Coordinator

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator will be responsible for providing full cycle recruitment support for our portfolio of clients in Nova Scotia. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing candidates, coordinating career fairs, interviews, and the onboarding of our security personnel for a variety of locations across the province.

This position is based in Halifax. Travel within the province to various hiring events is required. A driver’s license and personal vehicle is required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Review and screen all applications and resumes submitted for employment
• Conduct prescreen and reference checks on employment candidates
• Conduct employment interviews and ensure specific criteria for the position at hand is met
• Coordinate class assignments for pre-assignment training and that all new personnel are provided with the appropriate training
• Track and monitor relevant statistics regarding new hires, attrition and the reasons
• Ensure open positions are properly advertised, both internally and externally
• Ensure the personnel files are kept up to date and secure following the framework of the relevant Privacy Act in the respective jurisdiction and corporate privacy policies
• Participate in weekly P&C meetings and report relevant information as required by the People & Culture Lead.
• Present weekly hire orientation and obtain required documents for employment
• Follow up on employee queries, in a timely manner, ensuring that their needs are adequately met
• Assist in the administrative duties of the P&C department, which include data entry
• Employee retention requires occasional site visits to interact and support field staff
• Organize and participate in Career Fairs

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Exposure to recruitment or direct work experience as a Recruiter preferred
• Successful completion of a Human Resources diploma or its equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years previous related office experience (Human Resources Department is considered an asset)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of varying HRIS / and or applicant tracking system is a must
• Superior organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated commitment to providing superior customer service
• Creative ability to evaluate and create new ideas for effective recruiting
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals in a cooperative manner both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working with individuals at all levels of a corporate organizational structure.
• A self-starter, requiring minimal supervision
• Comfortable using and operating office technology (Smart boards, video conferencing, audio/visuals, etc.
• Ability to travel to different locations as needed

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

Certificate Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health and Safety (or related) field

Are you interested?

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place! Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we’re the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Please note: Due to overwhelming demand, only those currently living in Halifax will be considered for an interview.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

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