Job Description

Come work as a Talent Acquisition Associate with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Reporting to the Manager, Internal Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Associate supports the hiring of internal and external staff, from the initial posting of positions and receiving, reviewing and prescreening of applications, to the hiring of successful applicants and completion of the applicant process. The Associate provides guidance and advice to Managers and Directors regarding recruitment services, posting and recruitment requirements, collective agreement language, labour relations interpretation, and organizational hiring practices. Processes various documents electronically for successful applicant hires and transfers, and determines salary placement in accordance with collective agreements and hiring practices. May assist with the writing and placement of advertisements of vacancies.

This is a temporary position for a 6 month duration with an option of a hybrid remote/on-site position.

As a Talent Acquisition Associate working with VCH you will:

• Liaise with other staff and leaders in Recruitment, Labour Relations, Compensation and Classification, and other Employee Engagement departments regarding issues of a non-routine nature
• Respond to inquiries from managers, employees and the public regarding the status of posted positions, employment opportunities, application procedures, salary and timekeeping issues and reference requests.
• Communicate with other organizations and agencies when conducting reference checks, verifying professional credentials and conducting criminal record checks.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Completion of a recognized diploma or degree in Human Resources Management or related field, supplemented by two (2) years\xe2\x80\x99 recent, related experience in a large and complex organization, or a combination of education, training and experience.
• Skilled computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet, graphics and database programs, e.g. MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Visio is required.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of human resources practices and relevant collective agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to relay technical information in a manner that can be understood by various audiences.
• Exhibits thoroughness when maintaining, monitoring, calculating and summarizing data, records and other information.
• Applies excellent time management skills to prioritize and complete assignments and schedule activities in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness and maintains customer relations.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and relevant software applications including online recruitment/human resource systems, and current office software.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with staff and public effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES:

Respect:

• You question actions inconsistent with our values.
• You treat people with fairness and respect independent of their status or disagreement with you.

Performance Excellence:

• You hire great people and expect great things from them.
• You inspire others with your thirst for excellence.

Learning Organization:

• You create an environment where people can flourish and grow.
• You seek what is best for the health system, rather than the best for yourself or your group.

Courage to Innovate:

• You challenge the status quo to improve quality and sustainability.
• You take smart risks and make tough decisions without agonizing.

Closing Statement

As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

Why Join Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH):

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and \'going first\' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada\'s Top 100 Employers in 2023.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

***Employees of VCH must apply online via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub, you are currently viewing the External Career Portal. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for instructions on how to view internal job postings and how to apply as an employee. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

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