Project Recruiter

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State.  Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990.  Currently we are advancing a multi-year pipeline of projects and growing our team to ensure effective delivery and seamless transition into operations.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the sites HR Manager, this position is responsible for all recruiting functions for the Kettle River Operations and Curle Project.  The recruiter will serve as a key link between hiring managers, HR, and external talent, helping to build a strong, local workforce that aligns with the organization’s safety, operational, and values.This role will support the Curlew Project for estimated length of 18 months.

Under the direction of the sites HR Manager, this position is responsible for all recruiting functions for the Kettle River Operations and Curle Project.  The recruiter will serve as a key link between hiring managers, HR, and external talent, helping to build a strong, local workforce that aligns with the organization’s safety, operational, and values.This role will support the Curlew Project for estimated length of 18 months.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for completing the full life cycle of the recruiting and onboarding process for all internal Kettle River employees.
• Manage the job description database to include creating new job descriptions as needed, updating aged descriptions and vetting through hiring managers.
• Update and maintain the internal applicant tracking system.
• Establish, evaluate and utilize various sourcing strategies to develop an appropriate pipeline of candidates for all current and future requisitions.
• Manage all job postings and external advertising.
• Coordinate virtual and in-person interviews.
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication, professionalism, and support throughout the hiring process.
• Generate offer letters, relocation packages, and initiate onboarding process.
• Oversee and schedule pre-employment activities to include background checks, physicals, and drug and alcohol screening. 
• Responsible for immigration cases for current and new employees.
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, and applicable laws regarding hiring practices.
• Communicate and coordinate with the HR, safety, and hiring departments.
• Meet performance metrics set by HR management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross Leadership Practices

• Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value. 

• External engagement

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage. 

• Business Focus

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships. 

• Living the Kinross Values
  Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.  

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to HR Manager

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).