Talent Acquisition Strategist

2 weeks ago


Owen Sound, Canada The Pod Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Talent Acquisition Strategist to join our team at The Pod Group. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic human resources initiatives that drive business growth and success.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned HR professional to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, youth, and families served by our organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Human Resources Management
    • Develop and lead the long-term human resources strategy that includes compensation, performance management, recruitment, leadership development, succession planning, and employee engagement.
    • Elevate the people-centered culture that attracts, retains, develops, and motivates employees by fostering an inclusive work environment.
    • Develop and implement an employer of choice strategy focused on the organization's vital role in the community.
    • Lead the health, safety, and wellness strategies promoting a psychological safe environment for everyone.
    • Embrace, encourage, and model behaviors that elevate Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging as a core value and principle.
  • Human Resources Operational Excellence
    • Lead and manage the day-to-day human resources functions, including labor relations, employee engagement, compensation and benefit administration, occupational health and safety, and policy administration.
    • Maintain a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) including data collection and regular reporting of organizational-wide performance measures.
    • Participate as a key contributor to an employee relations strategy that cultivates trust, accountability, individual participation, and commitment.
    • Develop tools and resources to support the leadership team in driving employee engagement across the organization.
    • In liaison with the leadership team, design, implement, and manage organization-wide effective leadership, employee development, and talent management initiatives to address capacity/knowledge gaps among staff.
    • Lead and manage positive labor relations by partnering with employees and the union in the best interests of the clients and communities served.
    • Prepare monthly reports on KPIs, trends, risk management, outcomes, and action plans regarding organizational development and performance scorecard.
  • Strategic Recruitment
    • At all levels, innovate and implement talent management strategies across the organization to attract, retain, and engage new hires.
    • Develop the recruitment strategy that brings top talent who are aligned with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Requirements
  • Talents & Expertise
    • Post-secondary education with a focus on Human Resources Management.
    • CHRP/CHRL designation is required.
    • Minimum five years of experience in a Human Resources leadership role with a demonstrated ability to lead with strategic foresight.
    • Extensive labor relations experience combined with exposure to negotiations and managing grievances.
    • Not-for-profit, government-funded agency experience is a strong asset.
    • Philosophy of fairness, equity, and accountability in your approach to human resources.
    • Strong and extensive knowledge of up-to-date human resources practices, trends, and legislation (Federal and Provincial Employment Standards, Occupational Health & Safety, Human Rights, etc.).
    • Experience in advising senior management in a strategic capacity while providing effective coaching on all HR-related matters.
    • Provide and maintain an acceptable Criminal/Vulnerable Sector Record.
    • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office suite applications and human resources information systems.
    • A solid understanding of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion and a passion for promoting and increasing initiatives within the workplace.
About The Pod Group

The Pod Group (PG) is a creative consulting group that provides customized and innovative solutions to support our clients' growth and ultimate success while promoting the integration of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in creating culture and engagement.

We balance strategy and people to help community organizations make better use of their resources by focusing on building the competencies to promote people-centric organizations.

The Pod Group has great success in serving a number of community sectors, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community healthcare.

We promote a unique approach while incorporating marketing and human resources as an integral component of strategy, mission, and vision. This focus aligns strategy with the development of a culture that embraces all stakeholders and a community spirit while ensuring an effective plan that meets the requirements of the organization.


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