Are you ready to make meaningful connections and drive impact in a growing healthcare organization? At Health PEI, we offer more than a job - we're inviting you to join a dynamic workplace committed to creating meaningful changes. From hospitals to community care and beyond, you'll play a pivotal role in attracting top-tier health professionals and building a workforce that supports the evolving needs of Prince Edward Island. With access to training and development resources, leadership opportunities, and a collaborative environment, this is your chance to thrive while making a real difference in the lives of others. If you're passionate about shaping the future of healthcare, we want to hear from you.

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better, more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The position reports to the Manager, Recruitment Specialist.

Duties:

• Offer consistent and proactive support to candidates at every stage of the recruitment process. This includes leveraging templates and resources to promptly answer queries and offering guidance on interview preparation or other steps in the hiring process.
• Regularly update candidates on their application status and provide consistent and timely communication.
• Act as a bridge between candidates and relevant team members and stakeholders in the recruitment process.
• Schedule and lead comprehensive intake meetings with hiring managers and Sourcing Specialist to gather in-depth information about job requirement and the ideal candidate profile.
• Collaborate with organizational leaders and HR teams to analyze workforce data.
• Conduct regular meetings with department heads to understand evolving hiring needs.
• Use analytics to predict future staffing requirements and inform short-term and long-term recruitment activity.
• Inform Sourcing Specialist of hiring needs and collaborate to ensure targeted candidate pipeline.
• Create and maintain open lines of communication between recruitment, onboarding teams, and hiring managers.
• Implement regular check-ins or status updates to ensure all parties are aligned on candidate progress and transition plans.
• Create a structured process for transitioning candidates from the recruitment phase to onboarding. This could include developing checklists, templates, and guidelines to ensure consistent information sharing and a seamless experience for the candidate.
• Arrange introductory meetings or virtual coffee chats between the new hire and key team members or mentors before their start date.
• Adhere to weekly status updates for all hiring managers on their open positions.
• Regularly review and analyze collected feedback to identify common trends, pain points, and areas for improvement in the recruitment process.
• Based on the feedback analysis, develop and implement targeted improvements to the recruitment process. Continuously monitor the impact of these changes through ongoing feedback collection and analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees or certifications in HR management or candidate experience are preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, or candidate experience management in a fast-paced union environment, with a focus on specific job families such as physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Proven experience in enhancing candidate experiences throughout the recruitment journey, from application to onboarding.
• Proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
• Strong analytical skills to assess candidate feedback and recruitment metrics, with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and regulations, ensuring compliance in recruitment practices and minimizing legal risks for the organization.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered

Other Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships and enhance the candidate experience.
• Exceptional negotiation skills, successfully facilitating discussions between candidates and hiring managers to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes and enhance the overall recruitment experience.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively, ensuring timely communication and support for candidates.
• Ability to identify candidate pain points and implement effective solutions to improve the recruitment process.

Salary Range: $38.46 - $48.08 per hour (Level 19)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Mon - Fri

Posting ID: 168240

Closing Date: Monday June 9, 2025 at 4:00pm

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.