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Paladin Security Group

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

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Full-timeHalifax, Nova ScotiaOn-site$46K/yr
Posted Tuesday, 10/13/2026

Overview

As a Talent Acquisition Coordinator, you play a vital role in connecting great people with rewarding careers in security. Reporting directly to the Associate Director, People & Culture, you will manage the recruitment process for Security Officer positions across the region. You will spend your days reaching out to prospective candidates, conducting interviews, and building strong hiring pipelines in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time, office-based role operating Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, offering a salary of $46,000 per year along with health benefits and career growth opportunities within a Great Place to Work Certified workplace.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means keeping our hiring pipeline moving smoothly while ensuring every applicant has a clear, respectful, and positive experience.

Your daily responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing incoming resumes and conducting initial phone screens to evaluate candidate interest and suitability.

  • Conducting interviews and scheduling meetings between prospective candidates and Client Service Managers.

  • Proactively sourcing talent through job boards, social media platforms, professional networks, and internal databases.

  • Attending community and campus recruitment events to represent our employer brand and engage job seekers.

  • Updating and maintaining candidate data accurately within our applicant tracking system (ATS).

  • Serving as a main point of contact for candidate inquiries, ensuring timely updates throughout the interview process.

  • Collaborating closely with the People & Culture and Operations teams to understand urgent staffing priorities and forecast future hiring needs.

Requirements (Must-Haves)

  • Post-secondary diploma, certificate, or degree in Human Resources (or equivalent education).

  • At least 1 to 2 years of professional office experience.

  • Hands-on experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) or HR Information System (HRIS).

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

  • A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for travel to local recruitment events.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-service mindset.

  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Prior experience working as a Recruiter or in a dedicated Human Resources department.

  • Experience with high-volume phone screening or candidate sourcing.

What We Offer

  • Salary: $46,000.00 per year

  • Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

  • Benefits: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage

  • Culture: A supportive environment that values diversity, promotes from within, and emphasizes team connection

Why Join Our Team?


Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ready to Apply?

If you are organized, people-focused, and eager to grow your career in Human Resources, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application today to be considered for the team.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for prospective candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.