Talent Acquisition Consultant

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Consultant

Job Requisition : 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/orfill 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.

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
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• 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.

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