Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for recruitment and community impact?

Squamish Nation is hiring a Temporary Talent Acquisition Specialist (4-6 months) to join the Chn chenstway Human Resources team!

ABOUT YOU

Youre a flexible and people-focused recruitment professional who:

• Excels at managing high-volume, fast-paced recruitment processes
• Communicates clearly and builds strong relationships with both candidates and hiring teams
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives on keeping things moving
• Brings empathy, professionalism, and a community-minded approach to your work
• Adapts easily to change and stays calm under pressure

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, youll play a key role in delivering inclusive, smooth, organized, and efficient hiring experiences. Youll coordinate interviews, support hiring managers, manage postings, and ensure candidates feel informed and supported every step of the way. If you love recruitment and want your work to make an impact, wed love to hear from you!

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Partner with the Manager, Talent Acquisition on full-cycle recruitment efforts
• Coordinate interviews and candidate communication across multiple roles
• Collaborate with hiring managers to draft and refine job descriptions
• Post job ads across internal and external platforms
• Maintain organized candidate records and applicant tracking system data
• Support with reference checks, onboarding prep, and HR projects
• Ensure a respectful, inclusive, and culturally safe hiring experience

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• 2-3 years of experience in recruitment, human resources, or administrative coordination.
• Certificate/diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence and professionalism.
• Experience with Indigenous communities or in a community-based setting is an asset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365; experience with ADP Workforce Now is a plus.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365 applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• Impactful Work Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through:
• Na esttx w swlwen cht (Trust)
• Na estitkw swlwen cht (Security)
• Na eswwulh swlwen cht (Purpose)
• Na eslhlhkwis swlwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development.
• Skwxw7mesh xwumixw Values
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• Work for an organization that values xwumixw (community/peoples), snewyelh (guiding through teachings), wenxws (respect), and inclusivity.
• Competitive compensation and paid breaks.
• 40-hour work week with a supportive and collaborative team environment.

ABOUT SQUAMISH NATION

Squamish Nation consists of 23 villages and is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal people who live in the present-day Greater Vancouver area, Gibsons Landing, and the Squamish River watershed. Squamish Nation has occupied and governed this territory since time immemorial.

As a dynamic community organization, Squamish Nation recognizes the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented individuals who work together to build a strong future. With a variety of programs and services, they offer career paths for many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Alongside competitive compensation and benefits, they foster an environment that values diversity through respect and appreciation of each persons unique contributions.

Ready to make an impact?

Submit your resume today, wed love to connect.