Requisition ID: 20120 Department: Finance and Corporate Services Dept. Service: Human Resources Services Branch: HR Business Services Branch Employment Type: 2 Full Time Temporary Positions (Up to 2 Years) Work Hours: 35.00 hours per weekAffiliation: MPE Salary Information: $72 596,16 - $91 813,54 annually (2025 rates of pay)Location: 100 Constellation, Nepean City: Ottawa, ON Job Category: Administrative and Support Services Application Close: 15/12/2025JOB SUMMARY
The HR Business Services Branch operates as an internal consulting practice, working closely with business leaders and managers to support business strategy and sustained performance. As the primary contact to the client group, each unit provides proactive, strategic and operational advice to managers and staff in the following areas: business people strategy and analytics, business workforce planning and implementation, organizational design and job evaluation, talent acquisition, performance management, workplace safety, organizational health, disability management, accommodations and WSIB.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team of HR professionals providing tailored HR solutions to meet the business needs of an assigned client group, your primary responsibilities include:
Partnering with business leaders and hiring managers to assess their talent requirements and advise on the best hiring strategy.
Using creative and innovative sourcing techniques and experience in social media and job platforms, such as, Linkedin, Indeed and other niche sources.
Conducting all initial phone screens and coordinating assessments, interviews, reference and background checks for hiring teams.
Developing and maintaining a candidate pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
Updating regular reporting metrics and project deadlines to hiring managers.
Supporting talent acquisition and outreach programs to attract and retain diverse people with the right skills and fit to meet the current and future needs of the City.
Working across HR Business Services and with HR functional experts to share best practices, and provide comparison and feedback to improve service delivery.
Supporting team members in the delivery of HR services, providing guidance and expertise to resolve issues and expedite service delivery.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of 3 year university degree or community college diploma in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Education, Social Sciences or related field
Minimum of 3 years of related experience in human resources including demonstrated experience in providing staffing/talent acquisition guidance and support
Experience in behavioural interviewing techniques is desirable
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) is desirable
Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) is desirableKNOWLEDGE
Recruitment and staffing practices, strategies and tools, including alternate means and sourcing strategies for difficult-to-fill positions
HR legislation including Employment Equity
HR programs and services, policies and procedures, and applicable collective agreement provisions
HR information systems, social media and job platforms
Workforce planning concepts and processes
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to work collaboratively and build rapport with others
Performs effectively in a multi-disciplinary work environment by demonstrating professionalism, initiative and enthusiasm for each assignment
Ability to understand client/business needs, conduct research, gather and analyze complex information/data, develop innovative solutions based on results, and effectively present recommendations
Creative problem solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and enhancing the client experience
Excellent written and verbal communication and listening skills
Proficiency at an intermediate level in MS Office to support the production of documents, spreadsheets, reports and presentations
Demonstrates the City’s core values of integrity, transparency, impartiality, respect and accountability at work
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact cooperatively, effectively and efficiently with staff and the public as required
Ability to work effectively in a team environment to achieve corporate, departmental and branch goals
Demonstrates tact, diplomacy and discretion, and maintains strict confidentiality
Highly organized with the ability to prioritize, set schedules, meet deadlines, handle multiple projects/activities and competing demands, and deliver results in a changing work environment
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement: Designated Day 1 Ready – immediate requirement for language proficiency: French: oral, reading, writing English: oral, reading, writing Candidates must meet language requirement for position upon hire.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
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We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.
The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca.
