Human Resources Recruiter and Talent Coordinator

Whistler and Squamish Personnel is on the hunt for a fabulous new Human Resources Recruiter and Coordinator to join our core team.  We are looking for someone who can assist with recruiting and interviewing of candidates for our clients as well as scheduling and coordinating our Temp Employees.  This role is ideal for a good juggler with diverse life experience who enjoys a variety of HR, marketing and administrative tasks.   We offer a great lifestyle – with opportunities to work from home with a flexible schedule –  and a very supportive team!

We have big dreams for the future and are looking for someone as passionate and committed as we are to making them come true.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Flex Part Time: 20 to 25 hours per week,  3-4 days per week
• Hours of work are somewhat flexible and will vary to cover coworker holidays and busy periods (like now!)
• We encourage mid-day “fresh air” or yoga breaks.
• Ongoing training and coaching will be provided.
• Opportunity to work from home plus weekly team collaboration days.
• Competitive wage starting in the range of $24/hour to $25/hr with potential for growth.
• Expense allowance for use of phone and laptop.
• Lifestyle Allowance towards ski or activity pass of your choice upon completion of 6 months.
• Opportunities for bonuses, profit sharing and advancement.
• Preferential treatment if additional temp shifts with our clients are desired (you’d have the inside scoop!)

The Perfect Candidate:

• Excellent communication and strong people skills (hint:  this is the most important qualification!)
• Diverse background working in a variety of roles and industries is very beneficial (aka: life experience!)
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit and lots of good ideas.
• Super strong administrator with 3+ years experience and a sharp eye for detail.
• People and/or event coordination skills and experience are essential.
• Knows how to focus on priorities and be efficient – especially when things get busy (as they tend to be!)
• Comfortable picking up the phone to talk to people (candidates, employers, references etc)
• Past experience in human resources, hotels, restaurants, marketing or construction is an asset.
• Completion of post-secondary degree in a related field is preferred.
• Computer savvy – experienced with Google Docs and comfortable learning new software programs.
• Has own computer with cell phone and comfortable home work space.
• Grammatically correct in written correspondence (can catch our spelling mistakes for us!)
• Enjoys working independently, a good prioritizer and self-starter.

Responsibilities Include:

• Working with local businesses in Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton to find perfect candidates to match their business needs.
• Recruiting, smart sourcing and hustling to generate applications and interest in the positions we are recruiting for.
• Conducting candidate interviews and assisting  with the selection of top talent for our clients.
• Screening, hiring and scheduling temporary workers for weekly work assignments and frequent big events.
• Writing and publishing of creative, eye-catching job postings to social media and countless job boards.
• Assisting candidates with their career strategies, resumes and applications.
• Client and candidate communications (lots of emails and phone calls!)
• Lots of administrative duties including database updates, client newsletters and job alerts.
• Contributing ideas and recommending process improvements to make the business more effective and efficient for our clients and candidates.

To Apply:

We are giving preference to local candidates who currently reside in the Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Lil’wat Nation or Skwxwú7mesh Nation communities.  Must have a current, valid, open Canadian work permit with at least 2 years remaining and intention to seek permanent residency to be considered.  If this is you, here’s what you do!

1. Ensure we have your resume and profile on file here (you only have to do this once): https://www.whistler-jobs.com/apply-for-work/
2. OR If you have already created a profile with us, email us to let us know that you’d like to be considered:  talent@whistler-jobs.com

We will review all applications and contact candidates who have been selected for further consideration or an interview. Due to time constraints, we may not be able to contact all applicants – but we will try!  If you would like an update on your application, please email us at talent@whistler-jobs.com.

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