Recruitment Advisor (Temporary)

Note: This is a temporary position for an initial period of three months, which may be extended depending on operational needs.

About the Role

Calgary Co-op is looking for a motivated and people-focused Recruitment Advisor to join our Human Resources team on a temporary basis at our Head Office. In this role, you will support the full recruitment lifecycle — from proactively sourcing top talent to guiding candidates through onboarding.

What You'll Do

• Partner with department leaders to identify short- and long-term staffing needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies.


• Lead full-cycle recruitment: sourcing, advertising, resume screening, interviewing, employment offers, reference checks, and onboarding.


• Keep internal and external job boards, social media channels, and the Calgary Co-op careers website current and compelling.


• Build and sustain positive working relationships with hiring managers across the organization.


• Champion recruitment best practices and adapt strategies to meet the unique needs of each business area.


• Expand candidate pipelines through partnerships with associations, educational institutions, career fairs, and community events.


• Provide hiring recommendations aligned with Calgary Co-op policy, procedures, and the Collective Agreement.


• Coordinate union position fills via transfer, selection, relocation, priority placement, or external recruitment.


• Support labour relations activities, including collective agreement administration and participation in the grievance process as required.


• Prepare and present recruitment metrics, analyses, and reports.


• Uphold confidentiality across all lines of business and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.


• Participate in Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) and Food Safety programs and activities.

What You Bring

• Completion of post-secondary education (Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred).


• 5–8 years of recruitment experience, preferably within a unionized environment.


• Demonstrated knowledge of labour relations, policy interpretation, and Human Rights Legislation as it relates to recruitment.


• Client-focused approach with a strong commitment to delivering quality service.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong analytical and organizational abilities.


• Proven track record of managing end-to-end recruitment and onboarding projects of varying scope and complexity.


• Ability to build and sustain long-term, positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.


• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to prioritize competing deadlines.


• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal direction and collaborate effectively across departments.


• Professional demeanor with a commitment to discretion, tact, and diplomacy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is preferred.


• Experience working with Oracle HRIS is preferred.

Why Calgary Co-op

Calgary Co-op is one of the largest retail co-operatives in North America, proudly serving our community for over 60 years. As an employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive workplace where every team member can grow and thrive. Joining us on a co-op work term means gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic HR environment alongside a team that genuinely cares about people.