Talent Acquisition Consultant

Job Information
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Consultant
Job Requisition ID: 88096
Ministry: Public Service Commission
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary (various terms)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 2, 2026
Classification: Human Relations 1
Salary: ​$2,287.59 - $3,389.59 biweekly ($59,706.10 - $88,468.30/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) ensures Alberta has a professional, non-partisan and diverse public service that proudly serves Albertans. The expertise and talent that PSC staff bring to their work is critical to our overall success, as our Ministry is responsible for delivering HR services in all HR functional areas, internal communications and employee engagement to the Government of Alberta.

Build the next stage of your career with the Public Service Commission! We offer employee supports, career growth, and comprehensive benefit packages!

The Alberta Public Service provides a comprehensive total compensation package. For more information and to calculate your potential total compensation as a Talent Acquisition Consultant, visit Government of Alberta - Pay Benefits / Careers Research.

This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies for temporary and permanent Talent Acquisition Consultant positions and/or fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

Candidates who are successful in the selection process will be placed in a talent pool. The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time.

Role Responsibilities

Enjoy connecting people with meaningful opportunities and navigating complex hiring challenges? Bring your talent acquisition or consulting experience to the Alberta Public Service as a Talent Acquisition Consultant, supporting excellence in hiring across government.

This role is a great fit for professionals who thrive in an HR environment and enjoy learning through hands‑on experience. You’ll work closely with hiring managers, offering practical, consultative advice throughout the hiring process and contributing to strategic, high‑quality outcomes that make a real difference for Albertans.

If you enjoy collaboration, and building confidence as a trusted advisor, you’ll feel right at home here.

As a Talent Acquisition Consultant, you will:

•    Deliver full‑cycle recruitment services in alignment with APS policies and directives.
•    Provide consultative advice to hiring managers on recruitment strategies, workforce considerations, and process requirements.
•    Prepare inclusive job advertisements, screen applications, coordinate and support interviews, conduct reference checks, and support offer processes.
•    Balance multiple recruitment files while responding to shifting priorities.
•    Contribute to team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives within Talent Acquisition.
•    Participate in projects and initiatives that support broader PSC priorities.
 
Key to your success is the ability to build an understanding of your clients’ business needs and translate that insight into practical staffing solutions. You’ll rely on strong communication skills, thoughtful analysis, and problem‑solving abilities to navigate complex information and provide client‑focused advice.
 
We encourage collaboration, a positive working environment, and a drive for results. To be successful in the role you must be flexible and agile to quickly adapt to changing priorities with a client-centric focus.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

The competencies we require for this role that will support your success and will be required are:
•    Drive for Results – You know what outcomes are important and maximize resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability.
•    Systems Thinking – You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across inter-related areas and factors this into planning and problem solving.
•    Creative Problem Solving – You have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
•    Agility – In our fast-paced environment, you are able to anticipate, assess, readily adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively with shifting priorities.  
•    Develop Networks – You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with clients.

Qualifications

A two-year diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related area plus one year of related experience; or equivalent as stated below:

Equivalencies will be accepted on the basis of a related 1-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and 2-years of related experience.

Directly related education or experience considered based on 1-year of education for 1-year of experience; or 1-year of experience for 1-year of education

Preference will be given to applicants with 3+ years of experience in talent acquisition or human resources.

Assets include: 

• Experience providing consultative support, building strong relationships, and offering strategic guidance to stakeholders.
• Unionized or public‑sector recruitment experience.
• Experience supporting complex recruitment projects and high-volume hiring initiatives.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.  

Notes

Position Terms:  Temporary (various terms) with the possibility of becoming permanent. 
 
Location:  Downtown, Edmonton
 
Hours of work:  7.25 hours per day/36.25 hours per week 
 
Successful candidates will be placed into a talent pool. Those who are being considered for a vacancy will be contacted and will progress to pre-employment checks; those who are not will be part of the talent pool for twelve months.
 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what we have to offer: 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service. 

• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) 

• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information. 

• Professional learning and development. 

• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool. 

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. 

How To Apply 

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
 

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy Zaiffdeen at Cindy.V.Zaiffdeen@gov.ab.ca.