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Job Title


Technical Recruiter-Public Sector


Company : PlanIT Search


Location : guelph, Ontario


Created : 2025-11-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About UsOur Public Sector division is one of the fastest-growing business units within the company, supporting municipalities, provincial ministries, healthcare organizations, crown corporations, agencies, and higher-education institutions across Canada.We specialize in delivering high-quality IT and technical talent for initiatives involving digital transformation, Oracle & SAP programs, cyber security, infrastructure modernization, business analysis, project delivery, and public-sector technology operations.We are expanding our team and seeking an experienced Public Sector Recruiter who can step into a fast-moving portfolio, manage end-to-end recruitment cycles, and ensure high-quality candidate delivery for our government clients.QualificationsMust-Have37 years of recruiting experience (agency or in-house).Minimum 1-2 years recruiting for public-sector or government roles in Canada.Strong understanding of public sector recruitment processes.Experience with IT and technical roles.Proven success in high-volume or fast-cycle environments.Strong writing skills, particularly for candidate summaries and submission packages.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.What We OfferCompetitive compensation structureOpportunities for performance-based growthCollaborative, high-performance public sector teamFlexibility and autonomy in managing workExposure to major public-sector projects nationwideSuccess in This Role Looks Like:Consistent, high-quality candidate submissionsStrong conversion ratios (submittal interview placement)Excellent documentation, accuracy, and complianceSmooth communication with clients and internal teamsConsultants who feel supported, informed, and respectedThe ability to reduce the Director's workload and increase division capacityRole SummaryThe Public Sector Recruiter will be responsible for managing full-cycle recruitment for public-sector clients across Canada, with a focus on IT, PMO, digital, and technology consulting roles.This is a high-impact position ideal for a recruiter who:Thrives in a fast-paced, client-driven environmentUnderstands vendor-of-record (VOR), RFS/RFQ proposal processesIs comfortable handling multiple active roles at onceHas strong experience with public-sector job classifications & complianceCan hit the ground running with minimal supervisionYou will work closely with the Division Director to support delivery on high-volume requisitions and key government accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Cycle RecruitmentSource, screen, and qualify candidates for contract and permanent public-sector IT roles.Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, from intake to offer.Prepare candidates for interviews and client submissions, ensuring alignment with government-specific requirements.Build and maintain pipelines for in-demand public-sector skills (BA, PM, QA, Architecture, Security, Infrastructure, Data, ERP, etc.).Public Sector & VOR DeliveryUnderstand and navigate government VOR, RFS, RFQ, and RFP processes.Prepare submission packages, candidate profiles, compliance documentation, and rate tables.Ensure all submissions meet client guidelines, formatting, and deadlines.Candidate Relationship ManagementBuild long-term relationships with consultants and contractors.Maintain regular communication with active and prospective candidates.Track contract end-dates, extensions, and redeployment opportunities.Operational ExcellenceMaintain accurate activity logs in the ATS.Track metrics: submittals, interviews, placements, extensions.Support continuous improvement of recruitment processes and delivery efficiency.