Manager, Talent Acquisition - Halifax, Canada - Saint Mary's University

Saint Mary's University

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Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date Posted:
August 29, 2023

Posting Deadline:
September

Department:
People & Culture

Type of Employment:
Permanent, Full-time

Group Affiliation:
APC Group, Group 8 ($86,519 - $111,503 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment.

We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success.

We are currently looking to fill the position of Manager, Talent Acquisition & Experience to join our People & Culture team.

What we offer
As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits

Some of these include:

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Defined Contribution Pension plan
Vacation
Personal days
Flexible Workplace
Professional development
Holiday closure
Summer hour schedule
Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Director, Employee Experience, the Manager, Talent Acquisition & Experience will:

Supervises full complement of fulltime staff and assigns tasks and/or delegates responsibility.
Monitors performance and provides daytoday and periodic formal performance feedback.
Implements strategies to attract and retain top talent and improve employee experiences and engagement.
Develops talent management solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the departmental and University strategy and stakeholder needs.
Provides expert advice and guidance to assigned client groups, leaders etc. on implementation of talent management solutions (e.g., sourcing, recruiting, selection, retention).
Ensures the talent acquisition policy and procedures are in compliance with legislation, collective agreements, and /or policy requirements.
Networks with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and best practices.
Assists managers to ensure new and current employees transferring to new positions are successfully onboarded.
Conducts exit interviews, reviews recommendations for improvement to exit interview process. Implements change as needed.
Builds and maintains relationships with designated groups who are underrepresented in employment at the university and ensures an increase in headcounts for members of these groups.
In collaboration with stakeholders, develops employee recognition, engagement, retention and exit strategies, processes and policies, as necessary.
Develops retention strategies, such as, but not limited to flexibility at work, extensive development plans, lunch and learns, Oneonone lunch, experiential rewards, or employee mentorship programs.
Works with the Director, Employee Experience in developing, coordinating and implementing various projects.

Experience and Education Requirements
To be the successful Manager, Talent Acquisition & Experience you will have:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and a certificate in Human Resources Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of five (5) years' directly related experience which includes increasing levels of leadership, responsibility and accountability.
Experience and demonstrated results in talent acquisition / sourcing in a similar environment with good knowledge of working in a unionized environment is required.
Experience with an HRIS, talent search tools and webbased platforms and Microsoft office suite.
Advanced working knowledge of relevant employment, labour and human rights legislation and regulations.
Excellent interpersonal skills; written and oral communication, organizational, and solid conflict resolution skills.
Ability to function independently and as a part of a team.
An indepth understanding of EDI (equity, diversity and inclusion) principles, relevant legislation, and potential legal liability.
High degree of cultural proficiency with a demonstrated track record of working effectively within and across equityseeking communities
Strong attention to details and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation is an asset.

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