Pacific National Exhibition Looking for Talent Acquisition Lead – People & Culture at Vancouver, BC Full Time

Job Description: Full-time; Permanent
Date Posted: January 6, 2023

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Who* we are…
The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 112-year old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of approximately $58 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15 day annual summer Fair which averages 800,000 guests each year, Playland amusement park which welcomes 375,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, year-round events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and being the best, we can be.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees or the community.

We are looking for someone to join our* People & Culture Team *to lead the strategy and execution of all year-round mass recruitment initiatives. The Talent Acquisition Lead will oversee high-volume talent acquisition for frontline Playland, PNE Fair and all other year-round events requiring mass recruitment. As a department leader, they will support a small team in operating our sub-department, Employee Services, in addition to other general HR administrative tasks and projects.

Why* join our Team?*

• Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
• Flexible work environment; including a hybrid in-office/work from home schedule
• Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
• Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
• Be a part of the growth of one of Vancouver’s most iconic institutions
• Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!

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What* will you DO this year?

In your role as a Talent Acquisition Lead – People & Culture your primary role will be to:

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Lead all seasonal talent acquisition and mass recruitment initiatives for over 1300 Playland, Summer Fair and Winter Fair frontline seasonal employees.

• Lead a small team and oversee projects and tasks related to high-volume talent acquisition, general department administration, and the People & Culture Team’s sub-department responsible for uniforms and outfitting all PNE staff.
• Develop and execute strategies related to recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, retaining and engaging all seasonal employee groups.
• Oversee and coordinate seasonal job marketing campaigns, referral programs, and online and in person job advertising.
• Collaborate with managers overseeing seasonal employees to gather relevant information and communicate seasonal recruitment timelines and requirements.
• Lead the execution, coordination, and interview facilitator training for a large number of virtual mass group interview sessions during our peak season (April – August).
• Develop documents, templates, and all other resources required for sorting, assessing, and communicating with large groups of candidates, returning employees, and new hires.
• Oversee the communication and coordination of the PNE’s Seasonal Returning Employee Program. Partner with department leaders and Marketing to develop an engaging and timely process and communication plan aimed at encouraging previous Fair and Playland employees to return for the upcoming season.
• Discover and implement efficiencies within all procedures, systems, and technology related to project management, talent acquisition and administrative tasks.
• Coordinate feedback meetings at the end of the peak season to develop change initiatives on all People & Culture initiatives related to seasonal employees.
• Manage the sub-department, Employee Services and assist People & Culture team members with the department’s daily operation, budget, and uniform inventory management.
• Assist with seasonal employee performance appraisals and managing employee files and staff lists.
• Create and distribute the annual seasonal employee engagement survey. Analyze and present data in order to make people & culture related improvements.
• Undertake a variety of People & Culture projects and duties as assigned.

What* else?*

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Must have an undergraduate degree or diploma in Business or Human Resources; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience executing full-cycle recruitment.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of leadership experience.
• Previous experience with high-volume recruitment or mass group interviews is considered a strong asset.
• Must have previous experience coordinating multiple projects, executing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Must have excellent computer skills in order to leverage various systems and technology related to a variety of People & Culture functions.
• Previous experience using a technology-first approach to task management and/or talent acquisition is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in a unionized environment and collective agreement administration is considered a strong asset.
• Must be an excellent communicator with an ability to communicate effectively with department leaders, direct reports, employees, and community partners.
• Must be able to effectively coordinate multiple projects, execute multiple tasks simultaneously while working with conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to go above and beyond, is a team player and exudes positivity.
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain adaptable in a complex environment with multiple peak seasons,
• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently and meet deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal communication and business writing skills required.
• Candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.

• *Who* are you?*

• Skillful Communicator
• Methodical
• Organized
• Analytical
• Passionate
• Proactive
• Committed

Where* and when to APPLY?*

Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled.

Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume/cover letter before Sunday, January 29, We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time