Lead Talent Acquisition – BC Cancer – Vancouver

Lead Talent Acquisition

BC Cancer

Flexible Work Location (within BC)

Are you a seasoned talent acquisition leader with a passion for healthcare and a track record of building high-performing teams? BC Cancer, a leading institution in cancer care and research, is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Lead to help drive our recruitment strategy and support our team. In this crucial role, you will leverage your extensive experience in recruiting top talent to ensure we attract and retain exceptional individuals who are dedicated to our mission. Your expertise in leadership and collaborative skills will be essential in nurturing and guiding our recruitment team to success. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer and help shape the future of healthcare, we invite you to apply!

The Lead, Talent Acquisition, reports to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, and is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Advisors(s), Associate(s) and/or the Representative(s) by providing supervision, coaching and performance feedback. The Lead provides professional expertise and guidance by maintaining current knowledge of contracts and/or collective agreement interpretations, internal HR processes and by assuming the role of coordinator when changes affect current processes and/or best practices.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the day to day activities of the Assistant(s), Associate(s), and/or Representative(s) by supervising, coaching and managing performance of designated staff, coordinating and scheduling work and ensuring policies, procedures and processes are carried out in alignment with the department and PHSA’s goals, policies and vision. Provides guidance, support and advice; determines training needs and provides/coordinates related orientation and training; hires staff and initiates terminations as required.
• Provide leadership and direction to designated team members using effective leadership techniques such as skills and leadership development, performance management, coaching, mentoring and mentoring, fostering a respectful and motivating environment where individual competencies can thrive.
• Lead an assigned recruitment portfolio providing guidance and advice to hiring leaders and senior leadership working closely as a business partner through methods such as developing marketing strategies, identifying a candidate pool, prescreening candidates, development of interview questions, participating on interview panels, referencing candidates and providing recommendations regarding salary placement. Keeps abreast of all current and future vacancies for portfolio including workforce/succession planning and works with leaders/managers/directors to identify their short and long-term recruitment needs, developing innovative external recruitment strategies, advises, on best practices, and developing and implementing strategic recruitment plan. Oversees continuous process improvement and transformation change initiatives for portfolio.
• Oversee various recruitment related programs, campaigns and special projects such as planning, preparing for and attending local, provincial, national and international conferences and recruitment fair
• Source candidates from various academic institutions by creating and maintaining relationships with Instructors and Practice Leads and meeting directly with new graduates to promote PHSA.
• Research and recommends advertising strategies for hiring department and develops proposals for new and creative avenues for advertising that maximizes use of the organization’s website and other web-based tools. Evaluates cost-effectiveness of advertising strategies and provides return-on-investment analysis.
• Liaise with representatives from academic institutions, professional associations, recruitment agencies and other organizations to build positive relationships and maintain sources of qualified applicants.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field supplemented by seven (7) years of experience including a minimum of three (3) years of talent acquisition experience, including one (1) year at a supervisory level.

You have:

• Solid understanding of best practice recruitment process and solutions related human rights legislation, and applicable collective agreements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to facilitate, negotiate, and influence others to achieve resolution/
• Ability to supervise and lead staff, establishing results-oriented courses of action for self and others, with prioritization of workload to meet deadlines.
• Facilitates team effectiveness and team members’ professional development, with demonstration of a high value for continuous learning.
• Ability to problem-solve with a broad perspective in order to incorporate the organizations’ systems when developing viable solutions to problems.
• Organizational skills including the ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff.
• Ability to use related equipment including HR information systems, word processing, spreadsheet, database and internet tools.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including 2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $88,990 -$127,923/year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan. Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location: Flexible Work Location (within BC)

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0830-1630

Requisition Number: 171610E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey-one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca

Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of September 2, 2024. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

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