Western University delivers an academic experience second to none.  Western challenges the best and brightest faculty, staff and students to commit to the highest global standards.  Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application.  Western attracts individuals with a broad worldview, seeking to study, influence and lead in the international community.  Since 1878, The Western Experience has combined academic excellence with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social and cultural growth in order to better serve our communities.
 
Within Human Resources, our expert staff deliver a wide range of services and supports to academic and administrative departments, and to Western's employees. Our responsibilities encompass many areas that help position Western as a diverse, competitive and desirable place to work.
 
Are you a team player who has a passion for Human Resources? Do you strive to be the best and provide excellent customer service? This role will appeal to a high energy, client focused professional with an interest in Recruitment.
 
Western engages in extensive hiring of staff positions each year across our decentralized campus.  You will play a critical role in ensuring Western is hiring the best possible talent, aligned with Western's vision and values, using a fair and rigorous process.
 
Supporting the Talent Acquisition team and the many hiring managers within the University, you will assist in the administrative work associated with the recruitment continuum.  This includes preparing postings using our applicant tracking system, scheduling interviews, completing references and providing guidance and support to leaders with sourcing strategies and assessment methods. Additional responsibilities can include project participation and co-ordination, process improvement, assisting with meetings and presentations, data management and statistical compilation, and responsive client communication.
 
Qualifications
Education:
-   Undergraduate degree is required;
-   Completion or working towards your CHRL designation is preferred
 
Experience:
-   2 years in a professional role including experience in recruitment & selection, preferably in a unionized environment
 
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
-   Strong client service skills and ability to quickly build positive and strong relationships
-   Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-   Strong influencing, judgement, and problem solving skills with confidence to  resolve issues in a professional and timely manner with all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
-   Strong record of teamwork and collaboration, with the motivation and ability to work independently with little supervision
-   Strong organizational skills and ability to produce in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
-   Knowledge of relevant legislation pertaining to Human Resources
-   Intermediate proficiency with MS Office and demonstrated skill and ability to learn web based systems, databases, applicant tracking and applicant assessment systems
-   Ability to work in a manner that models best practices in confidentiality standards
 
Interested applicants are asked to visit: www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference 5316, by midnight on February 7^th, 2016.
 
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.  In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
 
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged.