Recruitment Coordinator
Band 8: $71,353 - $89,190
Temporary opportunity: December 2026 to June 2028
Competition #AD26-31

AboutDurham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution with a clear purpose: transforming lives, building careers, and enriching communities.

We prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work through cutting-edge, hands‑on and industry‑connected learning. From co‑ops and field placements to applied research and other experiential opportunities, DC students develop the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to make an immediate impact in their careers and communities.

Known for future-focused, innovative teaching and strong connections to industry, DC offers a diverse range of market-driven programs designed to respond to evolving workforce needs. Our programs span business, information technology, engineering, construction and skilled trades, health care, science and technology, culinary, hospitality and horticulture, social and community services, and media, art and design.

Across our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, DC offers 145 programs, including eight degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs, serving nearly 11,000 full-time post-secondary and 2,800 apprenticeship students. We also support lifelong learning through more than 18,000 registrations in professional and part‑time learning, while our community of more than 125,000 alumni is making an impact locally and around the world.

Our impact extends well beyond our campuses. DC contributes more than $913 million annually to Durham Region’s economy. Remaining community-connected, DC works closely with employers, industry, and partners to strengthen our communities and create new opportunities.



We are committed to embedding sustainability in the way we learn, work, and contribute to the communities we serve.

At DC, employees are at the heart of that impact. As a people‑centred college, our culture is grounded in our values of collaboration, diversity and inclusion, excellence, innovation, integrity, respect and social responsibility. Together, we are creating exceptional learning experiences, supporting student success, and helping to shape a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Durham College is seeking a Recruitment Coordinator to support the full life cycle of recruitment and selection processes. In consultation with the hiring manager and the HR generalist team, the incumbent provides administrative and procedural support in tasks such as drafting job descriptions and posting vacancies, screening internal candidates, helping to draft interview questions, supporting recruitments as a member of the selection committees, and next steps to conclude the hiring processes, all in accordance with collective agreement requirements. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, this position is located at the Oshawa campus. Some travel to and from the Whitby campus and other DC locations will be required to support recruitment activities.

1. Recruitment Preparation and Posting Jobs





- When advised of a vacancy, refers to the current job description and drafts job postings for the hiring manager's approval
- Partners with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs, discusses recruitment best practices, and makes recommendations as appropriate.
- Posts jobs in the Applicant Tracking System (Cornerstone) following required timelines.
- Screens applications to identify internal candidates, where applicable, and works with hiring managers to determine shortlists and next steps in the interview process.
- Books rooms, schedules and arranges interviews as needed.

2. Selection and Hiring Processes

- Participates in selection committees as the HR representative.
- Professionally represents Durham College throughout the recruitment process and ensures a positive, inclusive, and responsive candidate experience.
- Provides guidance to selection committee members and candidates throughout the recruitment process in accordance with internal standards.
- Maintains candidate communications throughout recruitment processes.
- Administers additional steps in the process such as additional interviews, reference checks, etc.
- Prepares hiring packages for approval following internal requirements.
- Assists with gathering details required for offers and supporting next steps.
- Assists hiring managers in ensuring all recruitment closing activities are completed appropriately.

3. Administrative Functions

- Participates in team meetings and provides regular updates on recruitment progress.
- Ensures that all recruitment and selection paperwork and supporting documents are filed appropriately.
- Regularly tracks and updates recru

📌 Recruitment Coordinator (Oshawa)
🏢 Durham College
📍 Oshawa