Recruitment Specialist - 12 Month

County of Wellington•Guelph, ON

6d•CA$84,230 - CA$98,553•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Wellington is seeking a Recruitment Specialist for a 12-month full-time contract position within the Human Resources Department. This role focuses on recruitment and selection, employee onboarding, change management, and offboarding, aiming to provide a customer-service-centered experience. The Recruitment Specialist will develop proactive recruitment and outreach strategies, collaborate with hiring managers on full-cycle recruitment, and ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies, and collective agreements. Key initiatives include representing the County at career fairs, organizing recruitment events, and building relationships with educational institutions and other organizations.

Requirements

Three year college diploma in human resources management or a related field.
Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) Designation.
Minimum four years of experience or equivalent working in human resources, preferably in a municipal setting.
Strong experience and knowledge with recruitment and selection skills and techniques.
Specific knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Pay Equity Act, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Working knowledge of payroll and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
Excellent customer service and communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
A valid driver’s licence (minimum G2 Class) and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Ontario Municipal Management Institute (OMMI) Certified Municipal Manager accreditation is an asset.
Knowledge of compensation systems including pension plan and benefits plan is an asset.
experience editing website content is an asset.
experience working with JD Edwards, SAP Success Factors and InfoHR is an asset.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of the recruitment and selection process for Non-Union and Union positions.
Prepare employment documentation, coordinate approvals with hiring managers/department heads, and enter employees into JD Edwards and the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
Prepare hire and change packages for payroll; ensure accuracy and completeness of all employment documentation, completed forms relating to payroll, pension and benefits are provided to payroll by the required deadline.
Track and oversee conditions of employment, such as Police Vulnerable Sector Check, proof of education/designation, proof of valid licence, driver’s abstracts, etc.
Coordinate the hiring and rehiring of summer students and seasonal employees.
Coordinate and attend the County employment booth at career fairs and other events.
Conduct employee leave of absence meetings for both legislated leaves of absence and other types of approved leaves of absence, to review benefits plan, pension plan and employment entitlements while on leave; complete leave information package and required documentation.
Review Performance Appraisals submitted by department management, enter into HRIS and file; provide general guidance and recommendations to management and bring areas of concern to the attention of HR Management as required.
Prepare and receive responses for requests to the Union and Employee Council impacting recruitment and employee changes in consultation with HR Management as required.
Advise on and work in accordance with the HR Policy and Procedure Manual and CUPE Local 973 Collective Agreement for applicable HR functions.