Recruiter

Position Summary
Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is seeking a experienced Recruiter to join our Human Resources department.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, Recruitment Services and working within the established standards and strategic plans of Northern Health's Recruitment Services, the Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, screening and engaging health care professionals for Northern Health.

Using a strong colleague/client/candidate/community relationship management (CRM) service approach, the incumbent forms a collaborative partnership with senior leaders, local governments and other community stakeholders to develop targeted recruitment initiatives for the particular community and/or profession and establishes close and productive working relationships with communities, schools, colleges, universities, and related professional associations. The Recruiter applies established practices in recruitment of professionals and adapts them as needed for successful implementation. The Recruiter is responsible for ensuring the smooth and successful selection process and onboarding of assigned professionals into the Northern Health community, applying identified practices in recruitment and onboarding and adapting them as needed for successful implementation. The incumbent maintains consistent contact with hiring managers, reviews policies and practices that affect recruitment, onboarding and retention, and recommends improvements. The Recruiter contributes to the development of regional practices through research of best practices in rural recruitment and onboarding, identifies service requirements and makes recommendations to the Regional Manager, Recruitment Services and internal recruitment partners.

Starting salary will be approximately from $76,111 to $95,138 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Qualfications
• An Undergraduate Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or Marketing plus five (5) to seven (7) years recent recruitment experience, preferably in a large, multi-disciplined and unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
• Registered Professional Recruiter designation preferred.
• Experience working with Indigenous people and communities considered an asset.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license is required.

Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to think strategically and lead a strategic recruitment initiative.
• Ability to provide client focused services.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to engage stakeholders and build strategic partnerships and alliances.
• Ability to foster strong effective working relationships, both internal and external, at all levels.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally, domestically and internationally by car or air.
• Proven ability to lead in the development of a service oriented program.
• Research and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of recruitment practices and interviewing techniques.
• Ability to influence change and manage conflict.
• Well-developed negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.
• Effective promotional and marketing skills.
• Ability to problem-solve complex issues towards creative solutions.
• Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities or unforeseen opportunities.
• Adept at the implementation and use of social media and other forms of marketing and networking media and technology.
• Knowledge of current employment and labour acts and regulations and applicable collective agreements.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work and balance multiple concurrent activities.

Where you will be working:
Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince George

More about Northern Health
Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!
Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here's what we provide:
• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information
Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:
• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
• Program certificates or diplomas.
• High school, college, or university transcripts.
• Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants
Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants