Talent Acquisition Consultant, Staff Recruitment

This position is part of the

Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

Brock University is one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities, a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara, ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and ranked top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity compiled by Forbes and Statista.

We are an inclusive, welcoming community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise.

We are looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date : September 3, 2024

September 3, 2024

This is a 2-year, Fixed Term Contract with Benefits.

About the Role :

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition & People Development, the Talent Acquisition Consultant is part of a collaborative team, ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process for both union and non-union positions, following established best practices and strategic frameworks.

The Consultant will play a vital role in partnering with hiring managers across the University to provide guidance throughout the full-cycle recruitment process.

The Talent Acquisition Consultant will :

• Coordinate all aspects of the recruitment process including job posting development, screening applications, conducting interviews, and extending job offers;
• Conduct in-depth intake meetings with hiring managers to understand role requirements, discuss sourcing strategies, and confirm screening and assessment criteria;
• Provide guidance and ensure legislative, collective agreement, policy, and best practice compliance within the talent acquisition portfolio;
• Create a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment and selection process;
• Actively incorporate equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives into the talent acquisition process;
• Participate in the implementation of new strategic recruitment initiatives including employer branding and representing Brock University as a preferred place to work;
• Troubleshoot and recommend enhancements to the Workday system as it relates to recruitment, to continuously improve end-user experience and efficiency;
• Facilitate training for hiring managers (, interview processes and techniques, Workday recruitment module).

Key Skills and Qualifications :

• A university degree in a related field ( business administration, psychology, communications, social sciences), preferably with a concentration in human resources management;
• Demonstrated experience supporting full cycle recruitment and knowledge of recruitment best practices and the human resource function;
• Knowledge of relevant acts, regulations, collective agreements, and customer service standards;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and make recommendations in accordance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures, best practices, and collective agreements;
• Organizational and time management skills are required to manage high workload volumes and prioritize workflow to fulfill the demands of this position;
• Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion principles;
• Excellent consultative, influencing, and negotiating skills;
• Ability to exercise tact, sound professional judgment, and maintain confidentiality;
• Excellent written communication and record keeping skills;
• Ability to re-evaluate current processes and utilize metrics to suggest improvements;
• Creativity to bring forward strategies for position advertising, branding, and processes.

Preferred or Asset Skills :

• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP);
• Experience in a unionized environment;
• Experience with Workday HRIS.

Salary and Total Rewards :

• Salary Scale, K-level ($57, - $98,;
• Target Hiring Range : $57, - $60,;
• 2-year fixed-term contract that includes : Benefits : Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage; Pension Plan : Eligibility to enroll in the Brock University Pension Plan;

Vacation : Up to 3 weeks of vacation per calendar year, plus university holidays; Flexible Work Arrangement : Eligibility for a hybrid work schedule.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates.

Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply.

We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy .

Please advise : to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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