Talent Acquisition Coordinator

The Talent Acquisition Coordinator is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process to attract, evaluate, and hire top talent across various departments. Acting as a brand ambassador and strategic partner, the Talent Acquisition Coordinator collaborates with hiring managers to define role requirements, source candidates through multiple channels, and ensure a seamless candidate experience. This role is essential to building a strong talent pipeline that supports JEN COL’s growth and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and external candidates
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused mindset
• Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed)
• Knowledge of employment legislation and hiring best practices
• High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and emotional intelligence
• Ability to assess candidates for both technical skills and cultural fit
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Exceptional business writing and editing skills
• Active listener with the ability to communicate diplomatically and professionally
• Critical thinking, analytical decision-making, and sound judgement
• Computer literacy, including intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current

Education & Licenses

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience
• RPR or LinkedIn Certified Professional Recruiter designation is an asset
• Currently working toward or interested in pursuing a CPHR designation is an asset
• Valid driver’s license

Experience

• Two to five (2 – 5) years of recruiting experience, either in-house or agency
• Experience hiring for a variety of roles across departments and seniority levels
• Familiarity with construction industry recruitment is an asset
• Proven track record of managing multiple requisitions and meeting hiring targets

Functional Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, reference checks, and coordination of offers
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles
• Write and post job advertisements on internal and external platforms
• Source passive candidates through networking, referrals, and online databases
• Conduct initial candidate screenings and coordinate interviews
• Maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring teams
• Represent the company at career fairs, networking events, and recruitment campaigns
• Collaborate with Marketing and HR to enhance employer branding through social media, job ads, and candidate engagement strategies
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for high-demand roles to support future workforce needs
• Champion a positive candidate experience and support retention by ensuring smooth handoffs from recruitment to onboarding
• Support onboarding efforts to ensure effective transitions for new hires
• Maintain accurate records and compile statistical reports relating to recruitment data (e.g., time-to-fill, source effectiveness, turnover), optimize hiring strategies for efficiency
• Monitor and keep abreast of legislative changes (e.g., Employment Standards, Human Rights, Privacy legislation) to ensure compliance throughout all recruitment functions
• Complete other duties and projects within the HR department as required

Working Conditions

• Office atmosphere
• Manual dexterity required to operate computer and peripherals
• Periodic driving of a company vehicle
• Occasional visits to construction sites