Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Overview

The Talent Acquisition Specialist, reporting into the Talent Acquisition Lead, is responsible for determining job requirements, screening candidates, and forecasting hiring needs. This position will also be required to promote Gateway Services Inc.’s brand with recruitment initiatives and events.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Liaising with internal departments to determine recruitment needs.
• Determining selection criteria, hiring profiles, and job requirements for vacant positions.
• Sourcing potential candidates through online company career portals, recruitment sites, job boards, social platforms, as well as print media, posters, and flyers, when required.
• Managing hiring processes via electronic Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Evaluating applications and screening candidates via calls or emails, as well as facilitating pre-interview assessments.
• Compiling interview questions and conducting in-person or video call interviews with shortlisted candidates.
• Preparing hiring forecasts as part of the company's strategic planning.
• Documenting processes and fostering good relationships with potential candidates and past applicants.
• Developing hiring strategies and procedures in line with industry trends, as well as keeping informed of advancements in the field.

Education, Training & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, or similar.
• Two to three years of experience as a talent acquisition specialist, or similar.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to liaise with internal departments and develop hiring strategies and profiles.
• Advanced knowledge of effective hiring platforms that attract suitable applicants.
• Exceptional ability to screen candidates, compile shortlists and interview candidates.
• Experience in creating awareness of the company brand and establishing professional relationships with candidates.
• Proficiency in documenting processes and keeping up with industry trends.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• 20% travel as required.
• May occasionally be exposed to elevated noise levels, such as from office equipment or when visiting a Care Center
• May occasionally be exposed to elevated heat levels when visiting a Care Center