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Are you a motivated and eager Recruitment and Dispatch Coordinator with a desire to find and retain a skilled workforce? Are you passionate about providing quality work and dedicated support to your client group? Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company?
The Universal Group has an exciting opportunity for a Recruitment and Dispatch Coordinator to join our Universal Personnel team for a one year contract. Reporting to the Operations Manager at Universal Personnel, the Recruitment and Dispatch Coordinator partners with the Universal Personnel group and internal clients to drive forward our purpose of providing Peace of Mind to our clients and our employees. We deliver on our purpose through our core values of being passionate, driven, and authentic.
The Company
The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services, traffic management planning, traffic signage & equipment supply, landscaping, temporary labour, and occupational health and safety. The Universal Group operates across British Columbia with operations in the Okanagan, Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland; and as of late 2021 we have operations in Ontario and Quebec.
With a growing employee base and through a number of strategic acquisitions, The Universal Group is expanding nationally making us the prominent player within the traffic control industry. As an employee of the Universal Group, we promise to provide that same peace of mind to you, as you contribute to our mission, demonstrate our core values and deliver best-in-class services.
Who You Are
Fueled by your passion and drive to achieve success, you bring a collaborative and consultative approach, and a keen ability to connect people, data and performance to drive the business forward.
Through your high level problem solving skills, and commitment to outstanding client service, you have developed a track record for understanding business interests, and building on opportunities to enhance business value through data analysis and interpretation.
The Role
As a Recruitment and Dispatch Coordinator, you will be responsible to work with the hiring managers and other stakeholders to recruit, select, and on-board new hires and provide administrative and dispatch support.
What you will do:
- Design and implement overall recruitment strategy
- Consult with hiring managers to discover staff requirements and specific job objectives
- Write and post job descriptions on job boards and other media as required
- Source candidates by using databases and social media
- Evaluate and screen resumes and cover letters
- Use recruitment tools like tests and assessments to assess candidates’ skills
- Conduct phone, GoogleMeet, and/or in-person interviews
- Provide a shortlist of qualified candidates to hiring managers
- Help the hiring team with recruiting methods and interview questions
- Contact new employees and prepare onboarding sessions
- Prepare new hire paperwork ensuring legislation requirements are met
- Maintain a complete record of interviews and new hires within current software system
- Stay up-to-date with current recruitment methods
- Attend job fairs and careers events as required
- Provide support for Dispatch team; assist the Dispatch team with administrative tasks
- Other duties as assigned
Perks & Benefits
- A large, growing company with room for promotion
- Extended healthcare benefits available after probation
- An RRSP matching plan
Qualifications
- Proven work experience as a Recruitment Coordinator or Recruiter
- Diploma or degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology or relevant field is an asset
- Previous dispatch and / or administrative experience is an advantage
- Solid knowledge of best recruitment practices, Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HRIS databases like BambooHR
- Familiarity with social media, specifically LinkedIn
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and see projects through to completion
Why Universal Group?
The Universal Group is rapidly growing as we are expanding our business across other Canadian provinces, this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our growth. Our company is driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and you will be able to own your role. As an integral part of the Universal Personnel Team at The Universal Group, you will receive a competitive base salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for further education and development.
The Universal Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
If you are this Recruitment and Dispatch Coordinator Professional: apply today, we can’t wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!
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