Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist

TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST (BILINGUAL ESSENTIAL)

FULL-TIME TERM - 22 MONTHS

(Hybrid – Primary Remote in Ottawa, ON)

CONTRIBUTING TO THE CMPA

We’re looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist who firmly believes that people are at the heart of an organization and wants to play a key role in contributing to our success.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The in-house Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for partnering with hiring managers to deliver full-cycle recruitment services for a broad range of positions across the Association, including operational, business services, analytical, people leadership, physician, and senior leadership roles. Focused on attracting top talent, the Specialist develops a deep understanding of workforce needs and role requirements, and designs and implements effective recruitment strategies to identify, attract, and engage highly qualified candidates. Reporting to the Manager, People Services, the Talent Acquisition Specialist collaborates as part of a team of HR professionals responsible for delivering core HR programs and operational services across the CMPA, while providing strategic and effective recruitment support to hiring managers throughout the organization.

This is a multi-incumbent position consisting of two in-house Talent Acquisition Specialists. One position is designated bilingual essential and requires advanced verbal and written proficiency in both official languages, English and French.

POSITION ACTIVITIES

• Partners with the hiring manager to drive the full cycle end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, skill testing, interviewing, and offer preparation and execution
• Coaches hiring managers in all aspects of the talent acquisition process
• Develops and executes creative and innovative corporate and individual recruitment strategies and initiatives
• In partnership with Communications & Marketing, coordinates social media recruitment postings, champions networks, and the CMPA's Employee Referral Program to source and attract high-quality candidates, while representing the CMPA at networking and recruitment events to enhance employer brand awareness and talent pipelines
• Leverages talent acquisition tools, such as LinkedIn Recruiter to actively source passive candidates
• Develops and implements screening criteria, skills assessments, interview guides, and other evaluation tools to support effective candidate assessment to inform hiring decisions
• Conducts candidate screenings and coordinates and participates in interviews alongside hiring managers, ensuring a fair, consistent, and inclusive selection process while delivering an excellent candidate experience
• Conducts reference checks and prepares and extends offers, including salary assessments based on market data, internal equity considerations, and as needed, input from the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
• Maintains regular communication with HRBPs on search progress, candidate pools, and recruitment challenges. Collaborates as required with HRBPs in complex hiring matters, to support successful hiring outcomes.
• Responsible for timely updating of the Association’s applicant tracking system, including postings, interview notes, reports, etc.
• Collaborates with People & Culture colleagues on various initiatives and process improvements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resources, Psychology or an equivalent field of study
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience working in a corporate environment conducting full cycle end-to-end in-house recruitment
• Demonstrated experience in developing strong recruitment strategies, including sourcing candidates via LinkedIn Recruiter and across other social media platforms
• System-oriented with proficiency in using and navigating applicant tracking systems (ATS), recruiting software, and HR management systems, preferably Jobvite and Workday
• Experience developing and implementing sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates for difficult-to-fill positions
• Knowledge of common human resources practices, employment laws and/or government compliance regulations that align with recruitment and selection required
• Experience in working closely with Executive Search Firms on senior level positions an asset
• Experience leading recruitments of technical positions an asset
• Experience in a healthcare related industry an asset
• Professional HR or recruitment designation/certification (e.g., CHRP, CHRL, CPC, or RPR) an asset

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong client focus and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and nurture effective working relationships with both employees and