Job Description

BC Assessment (BCA) is currently looking for a permanent Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our People division in the Victoria office.

We acknowledge that BC Assessment’s Victoria office is located on the traditional territories of the Songhees Nation of the Coast Salish People. We are honoured to be able to live, work and play on this land.

Who we are

As a Provincial Crown Corporation, our enduring purpose is to support communities through independent excellence in property assessments. Our people are the key to our success – they drive our business, bring our values to life and help build communities. We value BC and also, truly value our people.

Learn about BC Assessment and what we do by watching this video!

Who you are

We are on the lookout for someone with expertise in full-cycle recruitment who can confidently guide hiring managers on best practices and help them make informed selection decisions. A strong service-oriented mindset should be at the heart of what you do. You should stay informed on hiring trends, the labour market, and innovative approaches that support and enhance inclusive hiring at BCA, including Indigenous recruitment.

You’re passionate about employer branding and love telling the story of what makes BCA a great place to work. Whether it’s connecting with candidates or collaborating with colleagues, you’re a natural communicator who builds relationships. We’d also love if you bring experience with accessibility standards and best practices and can actively champion and integrate inclusive approaches into the hiring process. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll get to do

Reporting to the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Acquisition Specialist works collaboratively with hiring managers on their recruitment needs. This role leads full-cycle recruitment, using proactive sourcing strategies and assessment techniques to attract and evaluate diverse talent. This position is critical in building a strong employer brand while driving impactful strategies to encourage diversity and inclusion in all of our hiring practices. As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will also:

Advise managers on strategic hiring practices and prepare recruitment timelines, job postings and marketing/sourcing strategies.

Manage full-cycle recruitment with a focus on, diversity, accessibility and Indigenous-focused employer branding.

Provide guidance on recruitment policies, procedures, and career development opportunities.

Ensure compliance with recruitment guidelines and collective agreements.

Utilize Workday (our HRIS system) to manage recruitment activities and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Promote our employer brand through career fairs, partnerships, sponsorships, and outreach to post-secondary institutions.

Research recruitment best practices; and applies innovative approaches to ensure recruitment activities are aligned with BCA’s mission and goals.

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

Location: Victoria, BC
Compensation: $79,859 – $97,634
Competition Close Date: Friday, June 27th @ 11:59PM (PST)

The salary range provided is based on our current Management salary structure. The successful candidate’s placement will consider qualifications, experience, market norms, and internal equity. The typical recruitment range spans from the minimum ($79,859) to the mid-range ($93,168), with the potential to advance to the maximum through performance-based increases.

What you bring to the team

Education

University degree or diploma in Human Resources, Labour Relations or other related area; or

Post-secondary certificate in Human Resources, Labour Relations or other related area may be considered.

Experience

Two years related experience (with degree), preferably in a unionized environment in recruitment or employment services; or

Four years related experience (with diploma), preferably in a unionized environment in recruitment or employment services; or

Five years related experience (with certificate), preferably in a unionized environment in recruitment or employment services.

Demonstrated success delivering service in a client-focused environment.

Experience working with and/or for Indigenous communities and organizations is preferred.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Why you’ll love it here

We are proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers! We offer competitive benefits for our employees:

Work-life balance – 35-hour work weeks, hybrid work options and flexible work schedules.

Public Service Pension Plan – one of the best in Canada, allowing you to plan for your future.

Health and Wellness – generous extended health and dental benefits through Pacific Blue Cross and an Employee Assistance Program to help support our employees overall well-being.

Employee Discounts – access to the discount store for discounts on hotel stays, technology and a bus pass through the BC Transit ProPASS program.

Career development – we want you to grow and learn with us! We provide ongoing learning, leadership development and career development scholarship program.

Location – Our office is located in Saanich, BC at Uptown which overlooks several shops and coffee shops and is walking distance to the Galloping Goose trail network. Our office also has secure bike storage and secure change rooms with lockers.

At BC Assessment, we believe that a strong and healthy culture creates an environment for our people to thrive, and that it delivers value and performance to the people of British ​Columbia. Our values include:​ ​​

​We are here for each other

We own our experience

We are one team

We are dedicated learners​

Our commitment to you

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to everyone and not limited to those with any abilities or disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or an accommodation, please contact us.

We acknowledge that many people have fluctuating access needs and that submitting job applications can be difficult. If there is anything in this job posting that is confusing or unclear, please let us know. We are happy to provide alternate forms to submit your application or respond to other access needs.

One of BC Assessment’s core values is that we are here for each other. We build relationships based on genuine support and care. We respect each other as individuals with different identities, experiences and views. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and supporting the success of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to) Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and people with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions, members of underrepresented groups and other intersectional identities.

What else you should know

Please complete the full application for this position, including your education, certifications and experience that are relevant to and/or required per the stated qualifications. If you are an internal employee, please ensure that your employee profile contains your relevant education and experience.

Upload your resume and cover letter; once you submit your application, you will not be able to add documents.

If a questionnaire is present, please complete it fully. Responses may be used to shortlist candidates against the stated job requirements.

All BC Assessment employees must live in British Columbia. If you do not currently reside in, or live within commuting distance of the location(s) of the position to which you are applying, please make clear your relocation intentions as part of your cover letter.

What’s next

Interviews are scheduled for the week of July 7th.

Offers of employment are conditional upon a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, two satisfactory reference checks and proof of qualifications and/or supporting documentation (e.g. copies of certificates, diplomas, degrees, driver’s license).

Required languages: English

Education level: Certificate/Diploma/Degree

Required skills: Service Orientation, Recruitment, Communication

Closest intersection: Oak St. and Saanich Rd.