Human Resources Recruiter

Job Responsibility:

Human Resources Recruiter

Location: 11738 Kingsway Avenue NW Edmonton, AB.

Closing Date: Until Suitable Candidate Found

Position Status: Full Time (40 hours per week), Permanent

Our HR Team is growing! The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is looking for a Human Resources Recruiter to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the successful candidate will primarily be responsible for full-cycle recruitment, assisting with onboarding, and maintaining and completing accurate, up-to-date personnel records. The Human Resources Recruiter will be detail oriented, have exceptional interpersonal skills, and have a passion for recruiting.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate full-cycle recruitment activities for a variety of departments or sectors, including:
  • Creating job postings, interview guides, and s
  • Posting job advertisements
  • Conducting interviews and reference checks
• Collaborate with various Hiring Managers within Otipemisiwak Métis Government departments throughout each stage of the recruitment process to fulfill recruitment needs.
• Respond to applicant, candidate, and Hiring Manager inquiries.
• Assist with onboarding, including facilitating orientation and ensuring the completion of new hire documents.
• Complete new hire checklists to ensure all onboarding items are completed, in collaboration with Finance and other Human Resources team members.
• Create and complete recruitment files through the recruitment process.
• Create and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and complete personnel records.
• Draft memoranda, correspondence, and other employment documentation.
• Maintain Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) in compliance with applicable legislation and Otipemisiwak Métis Government policies and procedures.
• Stay abreast on compliance requirements and industry best practices as it relates to the recruitment process.
• Present a positive and professional image of the organization when interacting with employees, clients/customers, visitors, and other external stakeholders.
• Support the planning, organizing, and implementation of projects and events, as required.
• Attend Human Resources networking and recruitment events, including job fairs, post-secondary initiatives, and partner events.
• Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
• Participate in and support the overall strategic direction of the Human Resources department and the Otipemisiwak Métis Government. Other duties as required or assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Superior written and oral communication skills, including professional email etiquette.
• Ability to produce professional documents, reports, and presentations.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities and recruitment files.
• Strong sense of ethics and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions and in the handling of sensitive information.
• Political and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable to work in a diverse and fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of applicable employment legislation and the ability to read and interpret legislation.
• Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and Métis culture is an asset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration with an HR major, or related HR education is required.
• A minimum of two years Human Resources or recruitment experience is preferred.
• Related customer service and administration experience is an asset.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work in-office in Edmonton, Alberta.
• Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30, as well as occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to travel throughout Alberta, on occasion.
• Reliable transportation and valid Class 5 driver's license.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government under its newly ratified Constitution and be an instrumental part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada as it rapidly grows and develops.
• An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, languages, and art.
• Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
• Generous time off policies.

Métis applicants are encouraged to apply.

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online one-way video interview. Should you have any concerns with completing the video interview, please reach out to Human Resources by responding to the email invitation. No phone calls please.