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The work of the Talent Acquisition Specialist is integral to Canada's Lifeline. In this role, you will provide full-cycle recruitment services and expertise to Hiring Managers and contribute to the team's overall success by providing a high level of client service and ensuring priorities are met.  Working in adherence to recruitment policies you will source qualified candidates for various locations.

Formula for success

 

• Drawing from your experience in the recruitment process, you will be developing and evaluating qualification criteria to identify candidate profiles for job vacancies.
• Leveraging your expertise, you will craft market-driven job postings, design standardized interview questions, and coordinate computerized testing as needed.
• Harnessing your strong interpersonal skills, you will manage the full-cycle recruitment process for both union and non-union positions, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and conducting reference checks.
• You will research, recommend, and implement candidate sourcing strategies.
• Collaborating closely with external advertising agencies and internal stakeholders, you will help position Canadian Blood Services as an employer of choice.
• You will participate in the development and implementation of comprehensive recruitment programs for the organization by identifying trends and challenges.
• Actively support the evaluation and enhancing recruitment practices and policies, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
   

Desired education and skills

 

• Possess a post-secondary certificate in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience, with demonstrated expertise in recruiting and sourcing.
• Minimum of six (6) years related experience in a full-cycle recruitment.
• Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems, SuccessFactors is an asset.
• Proven track record in building positive relationships and creating effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• A thorough understanding of HR practices and/or processes as well as related legislative requirements.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• The ideal candidate will have experience supporting a unionized environment and a strong understanding of labor relations and collective agreements.

What we offer you

 

• Payment in lieu of vacation and holidays.
• Annual performance award up to 5%. 
• Defined benefitpension plan. 
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources. 

What you can expect

 

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time/days of the week.
• You will work Monday to Friday, 37.50 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day.

The Donor Centre team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services collecting donor blood in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day. In this role, you will assist in the collection of blood and blood products ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and all required documentation is carried out. You will play an integral part in building and promoting a positive donor experience and encouraging donations.

Formula for success

• Leveraging your ability to communicate effectively with donors, you will conduct registration and confidential screening to determine eligibility and build and promote a positive donor experience.   
• Utilizing your superb people skills, you will provide donors with information, instruction, and advice on blood donation. 
• Drawing on your knowledge and experience you will provide coaching and consultation to donor centre staff, acting as team lead for collection events as needed.
• With your excellent interpersonal skills, you will work in a diverse team environment assisting in the collection of whole blood and/or apheresis blood components which save lives daily.
• At mobile events within our communities, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure donor clinics are properly set up for use.  

Desired education and skills

• Completion of accredited nursing program and current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the province is required.
• Two years of experience working as a nurse is considered an asset as is a certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Previous experience as a preceptor or with coaching others is an asset.
• Technical skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook, and the ability to learn new systems and programs. 
• A second language is considered an asset to support a positive donor experience.

What we offer you

 

• Payment in lieu of vacation and holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

 

• Shifts/hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs; length of shifts varies according to the event which takes place at Canadian Blood Services fixed and mobile donor centers. Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weights up to 10 kg (22 lbs.). 

The Donor Centre team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services collecting donor blood in a safe manner to enable safe products which save lives every day.

 

In this role, you will assist in the collection of blood and blood products ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and all required documentation is carried out. You will play an integral part in building and promoting a positive donor experience and encouraging donations.

Formula for success

• Leveraging your ability to communicate effectively with donors, you will conduct registration and confidential screening to determine eligibility and build and promote a positive donor experience.   
• Utilizing your superb people skills, you will provide donors with information, instruction, and advice on blood donation. 
• Drawing on your knowledge and experience you will provide coaching and consultation to donor centre staff, acting as team lead for collection events as needed.
• With your excellent interpersonal skills, you will work in a diverse team environment assisting in the collection of whole blood and/or apheresis blood components which save lives daily.
• At mobile events within our communities, you will assist in setting up booths, tables, and other equipment to ensure donor clinics are properly set up for use.

Desired education and skills

• Completion of accredited nursing program and current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the province is required.
• Two years of experience working as a nurse is considered an asset as is a certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Previous experience as a preceptor or with coaching others is an asset.
• Technical skills including Microsoft Word and Outlook, and the ability to learn new systems and programs. 
• A second language is considered an asset to support a positive donor experience.

What we offer you

• Paid vacation.
• Payment in lieu of holidays.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shifts/hours will vary. You must be flexible to accommodate assigned shifts which are based on operational needs; length of shifts varies according to the event which takes place at Canadian Blood Services fixed and mobile donor centers. Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and statutory holidays
• Travel will be required as often as weekly for mobile events. Transportation and accommodations will be provided by Canadian Blood Services.
• Physical requirements for the role include the ability to lift weights up to 10 kg (22 lbs.). 

Under supervision of the Recreation Technician 8 and 10, this position performs lifeguard duties and provides instructional lessons in accordance with the health and safety procedures and standards established and/or adopted by the City of Saskatoon.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides instruction using effective and appropriate teaching methodology and safe participant procedures for aquatic programs.
• Prepares lesson plans for swimming lessons according to instructional standards.
• Completes worksheets, takes attendance, and completes participant progress reports.
• Safeguards public admission and rental group activities and responds to emergency situations according to standards.
• Participates in the in-service training programs established to maintain fitness levels and lifeguard standards.
• Maintains a hazard-free, clean, and safe pool and work area.
• Provides education to participants and the public about safety in and around the water, e.g. bulletin boards, handouts and tours.
• Conducts daily safety checks of play equipment, emergency first aid equipment, and performs daily water tests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training & Experience Requirements

• Grade 10 education
• Possession of the following valid qualifications:
  • Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Certification (Pool Option), 
  • CPR Level C
  • Red Cross Standard First Aid or Aquatic Emergency Care Award; and
  • Lifesaving Instructor Certification is considered an asset.
  • Six month's related experience instructing and as a lifeguard preferred. 

 

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of current lifeguard techniques, including first aid and emergency procedures, and instructional techniques, methods, and practices. 
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers, supervisor, and the public. 
• ability to demonstrate skills and techniques required and maintain fitness level necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with supervisor, staff, and the public. 
• Ability to apply theory to practical learning situations. 
• Ability to evaluate and adjust lesson plans to meet the participant needs.
• Ability to work the assigned, designated participant group.
• Ability to exercise good judgement and provide direction during emergency situations.

 

Requires Security Check

Additional Requirements

Hours will vary based on availability and operational needs.

Under supervision of the Environmental Projects and Protection Manager, this position performs field and office duties related to the construction, operation and maintenance of waste stream systems.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of contract documents for waste stream projects. Prepares cost estimates and tender summaries.
• Performs inspections of projects to ensure compliance with specifications. Prepares progress reports. Issues deficiency lists, drafts completion and final certificates and compiles detailed summaries of expenditures.
• Performs inspections of existing waste stream systems for condition and performance using appropriate equipment.
• Coordinates and performs routine maintenance on existing waste stream systems.
• Compiles and analyses cost, condition and performance data related to waste stream systems to establish operations, maintenance and restoration programs. Assists with establishing preliminary programs for the construction, operation and maintenance of waste stream systems.
• Coordinates and monitors the testing of materials required to ensure compliance with specifications and operating permits. Reviews and summarizes the results of testing and provides recommendations as required.
• Identifies design, operation or construction problems and recommends and implements field designs or changes.
• Performs accurate preliminary, topographical, construction, benchmark, investigative and as-built surveys for waste stream operation, maintenance and construction programs.
• Performs all calculations related to the acquisition of survey data. Acquires survey data for integrated electronic drafting systems in accordance with established Departmental procedures and formats. Performs quality control checks, as required, to ensure that all data complies with specified accuracy requirements.
• Provides assistance with the development of waste system operations policies, procedures and safe work practices.
• Supervises and trains subordinate staff as required.
• Ensures that ail work complies with all occupational health and safety requirements prescribed by the City and Saskatchewan Labour. Inspects work sites for compliance with these requirements and issues verbal and written reports of such inspections.
• Communicates regularly with contractors, engineers, other government and regulatory agencies and the public as required to schedule and coordinate work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training Requirements: 

• Graduation from a two-year, post-secondary civil, mechanical, drafting or geomatics technology program.
• Certification, or eligibility for certification, as an Applied  Science Technologist with the Saskatchewan
• Applied Science Technologists and Technicians.
• Two years' of experience in the waste stream industry
• Two years of directly related, progressively responsible survey or inspection experience.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record driving record.

 

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Knowledge of waste systems and their operational best practices.
• Ability to produce, read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise the work of subordinates.
• Ability to operate a computer with word-processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Ability to perform basic electronic drafting duties.
• Physical ability to perform all assigned duties

Under the supervision of the Service Saskatoon Customer Care Centre Supervisor, this position is responsible to provide support and information to customers regarding civic programs and civic services to ensures an exceptional customer experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives, documents and responds to a variety of emergent and non-emergent customer inquiries, service requests, concerns and complaints through various communication networks. Compiles, records and tracks customer feedback.
• Communicates information to the citizens verbally and in writing ensuring responses are communicated as outlined within corporate processes and established service levels.
• Provides 24 hour – 7 days a week program and service support for the Citizens of Saskatoon.
• Provides professional in-person customer service and customer care by educating citizens on availability and use of online services.
• Utilizes all functions within and supports training of the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Manages and maintains information in the corporate knowledge database.
• Updates communication for service alerts on the City website.
• Responds to or redirects customer inquiries to the appropriate department and performs customer call backs after inquiry investigations, or as requested by Supervisor.
• Receives and dispatches work to field staff, prioritizes calls according to urgency and importance and communicates with emergency services, as required.
• Dispatches crews, vehicles or other field units to appropriate locations by use of radio, phone or computer. Monitors the route and status of field units to prioritize work schedule. Provides field units with information about work orders, traffic, obstacles, and requirements.
• Acts as a liaison with scheduling groups and field staff to ensure work is completed and arranges overtime callouts as determined by established protocol.
• Contacts Management on-call groups during emergency situations and for approval of additional staff in order to maintain service levels,
• Provides suggestions and feedback to improve services offered, departmental processes and procedures citizen services-based knowledge and experience.
• Assists with the training of new staff, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Abilities And Skills:

• Knowledge of office principles, procedures and systems.
• Knowledge of business English and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, best practices, methods and/or tools used to store and deliver information such as interactive media, social media, or publication.
• Ability to work as a team member with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to remain calm and composed when faced with emergent situation
• Ability to deal courteously, tactfully and effectively with customers.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time.
• Ability to research, analyse and interpret information in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ability to solve problems independently.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors and civic employees.
• Skill in the care and use of office equipment, including computers, with Microsoft Office software, and online computer terminals.
   

Education, Training And Experience Requirements:

• Graduation from a business college
  OR
• Graduation from a one year post-secondary business related program.
• Four years’ related customer service and operational dispatch experience, including resolving concerns of customers and experience working in a customer service business systems Hosted Contact Centre and CRM.
• Typing speed of 55 w.p.m.
• Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully, recognized customer service training.

JOB SUMMARY

 

The Transit Fleet and Facilities Maintenance team provides safe, reliable, efficient, timely and cost-effective transit vehicle maintenance services to support federally regulated transit services within the City of Ottawa. 

Reporting to a Garage Supervisor, you are responsible for performing a wide range of duties expected of a Truck and Coach Technician, including, but not limited to, the following: conducting diagnostic inspection of vehicles*, performing general mechanical overhaul and repair work , and performing daily maintenance repairs.  You perform all unit changes or repairs to Fleet vehicles (including but not limited to transmission, brakes, suspensions, electrical components, injectors, radiators, steering, differentials and air systems) and make miscellaneous adjustments to doors, destination signs and other vehicle systems.

vehicles*-refers to buses within the Transit Fleet Maintenance Division and any other Fleet vehicle within the Municipal Maintenance Division (cars/trucks, forklifts, etc.).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship program of 6720 hours

Completion of advanced technical courses is an asset

Minimum of 1 year of experience following attainment of certification

 

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• City policies and procedures affecting shop operations
• Considerable knowledge of the vehicle systems, and the standard methods, tools, and equipment used in the trade 
• Diagnostic equipment 
• Personal computers, with ability to use the Fleet Management Information System.
• Safe work practices of the trade.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Successful completion of a pre-employment ergonomic assessment is required
• Work independently, with minimal direction, and collaboratively with peers and managers as part of a maintenance repair team  
• Read, understand and interpret service manuals, schematics, drawings, and work orders
• Plan work and make estimates of materials and time required to perform the work
• Perform safety inspections on buses/vehicles
• Operate within a computerized Fleet Management Information System
• Ability and facility to use tools and equipment with precision
• Possess analytical skills and be detail oriented
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Able to efficiently use, operate and maintain tools and state-of-the-art automotive diagnostic and test equipment 
• Able to organize, clean and maintain a safe work area
• Possess a work record of good attendance and job performance 
• Possess sound judgement 
• Use initiative to meet deadlines
• Able to establish and maintain good working relationships with fellow employees in a team environment
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work to close tolerances 
• Able to tolerate exposure to moderate amounts of noise, dust, grit, oil/grease, fumes, solvents, paints, lacquers, hot/sharp metals and surface finishing products
• Physically fit, with stamina to perform the duties of the trade (which may include working in a standing position for long time periods)
• Able to work in uncomfortable or confined positions on occasion
• Provide own hand tools relating to the trade (SAE & Metric as required) according to provisions of the Collective Agreement 
• Able to work a variety of scheduled shifts, including week-ends, on-call and nights, as per the Collective Agreement

JOB SUMMARY

The mandate of Long Term Care Services is to provide resident care based on the needs of individuals, as determined by medical, nursing, functional and psychosocial assessments, and on each resident’s expressed needs. The care provided in each Home includes specialized, restorative, supportive and palliative care for persons with dementia, disabilities and health problems who cannot live independently in their homes, and whose needs cannot be met in the community.

You are responsible for primary health care including clinical, counselling and referral services within the scope of practice and standards of care as outlined in the Regulated Health Professionals Act (RHPA) and the College of Nurses of Ontario for residents of the Long Term Care Homes.  As an autonomous health professional with advanced education, you will provide comprehensive health assessments, diagnose health/ illness conditions, and treat and manage acute and chronic illness within a holistic model of care.   Your Nurse Practitioner (NP) competencies will reflect advanced nursing practice by building and expanding upon the competencies of a registered nurse.  You will function as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and ensure collaboration with the resident, family or caregiver and the health team in the development, implementation and evaluation of a resident’s plan of care. 

Additionally, you will support the provision of leadership and mentorship to long term care home staff that enhances knowledge, assessment skills and the ability to support care for residents in place and by leading and collaborating in research, education and evidence-based practice initiatives to optimize the resident, long term care home and health system outcomes.

You will be accountable to the LTC Administrator and functionally accountable (for clinical practice issues) to the Medical Director and to the College of Nurses of Ontario for NP practice issues.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a 4-year university degree in Nursing (BScN)

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in long term care or other geriatric setting.

Completion of a certificate demonstrating “Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner” from an approved University.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of long-term care sector, relevant regulations/legislation, resident profiles, challenges and opportunities, roles and responsibilities, reporting requirements and health system navigation
• Knowledge of and ability to apply chronic disease frameworks
• Knowledge of and ability to provide advanced wound care skills 
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply a palliative approach to care in long-term care  
• Demonstrated and comprehensive understanding of ethical decision-making principles 
• Knowledge of community health care resources and referral physicians
• Demonstrates application of planning and evaluation methodologies
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
   

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team within the stated scope of practice as per federal and provincial legislation and policy.
• Communicate effectively interpersonally, orally and in writing with management, staff and the public when required. 
• Multi-task and manage changing priorities and emergency situations.
• Engage in therapeutic conversations about holistic health care assessment, diagnosis, options, decisions and impact. 
• Conduct advanced assessment, examination and provide care and treatment.
• Develop and apply evaluation tools to analyze data, assist in writing write reports and prepare briefings.
• Mentor, supervise and evaluate students
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Leadership skills for chairing meetings, leading projects, providing functional direction to other nursing professionals.
• Use word processing and database software
• Able to work with clients from a variety of cultural, socio-economic and sexuality backgrounds.
• Be open, personable, flexible in approach, non-judgmental and able to establish rapport and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong commitment to long-term care as a role model and advocate when required.
• Able to work flexible hours.
• Owning a car to facilitate working in two different homes