Our Purpose We act for wildlife; Full-Cycle Recruitment Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for a variety of positions across the organization such as: Facilitate positive candidate experiences throughout the recruitment lifecycles Represent the organization at career fairs, networking events, and community engagement opportunities Review and evaluate the candidate experience to ensure a positive recruitment and preboarding experience Ensure Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) are integrated within all aspects of the recruitment process Partner with hiring managers to develop effective recruitment strategies and support hiring decisions. Build collaborative relationships across the organization to support timely and successful recruitment outcomes. Employment Contract Administration Monitor employee contract end dates and proactively initiate extension discussions with leaders Coordinate approvals through appropriate leadership channels and ensure adherence to organizational policies Prepare and process contract extension documentation while maintaining accuracy and compliance with employment legislation and internal procedures Maintain accurate employment contract records within HRIS and SharePoint Support People & Culture events, initiatives, and ad hoc projects, providing versatile support across the department and assisting with coverage and priority needs as required As Wilder Institute is a non-profit with an extensive volunteer program, all staff may work alongside volunteers and may support work assignment, coaching, and day-to-day supervision depending on the volunteer project. Overall management of volunteers, including recruitment, placement, and volunteer relations, remains the responsibility of the Volunteer Relations team.



Proven experience in full cycle recruitment including permanent and high volume seasonal recruitment Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methods Excellent relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strong organizational and project management abilities Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and recruitment reporting tools Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to applying IDEA practices across all stages of the talent acquisition lifecycle. Works primarily Monday to Friday during regular daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend work as required. Office environment with intermittent outdoor mobility across the zoo Competitive compensation, vacation and flex days entitlement Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account Discounts on food, beverage, and merchandise A fun, rewarding work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals If this position suits your skills, experience and personal attributes, we want to talk to you. The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo is an outdoor facility and all staff working at the zoo must be comfortable working in a large variety of outdoor conditions. The Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo follows the advice of Environment Canada when responding to temperature and air quality issues. As a conservation organization, we respect and value the diversity of all life and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the organization’s mission and vision. We recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion , and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard, and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive. The Wilder Institute uses basic knockout questions in application to support screening;

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🏢 Calgary Zoo
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