Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter – Human Resources
Posting #: 4312 Posting Date: 8 June 2026 Posting Closing: 22 June 2026
Have you heard of us?
Wesley is a long-standing local non-profit and a certified Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN) employer. We are passionate about assisting people struggling with poverty. Our work is focused on children and family programs, housing & homelessness, and resettling newcomers to Canada in Hamilton, Halton, and Brantford.
We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. Our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) policies are integral to our mission and practices. We believe that a diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives and experiences that enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.
All members of our organization are expected to embrace and actively participate in our EDI initiatives. By joining our team, you will be contributing to an environment that promotes equity, respect, and inclusion for all.
Are you the one we’re looking for?
We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter who demonstrates our values of compassion, accountability, responsiveness and empowerment; to our clients, families and each other.
The Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter is responsible for managing the full-cycle recruitment process, ensuring compliance with applicable employment legislation, maintaining accurate applicant data, and continuously improving talent acquisition workflows. This role requires strong analytical, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills to attract and retain top talent. The Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter will collaborate closely with Human Resources, hiring managers, external recruitment partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
This position is a non-unionized, full-time, permanent position. The rate of pay is $29.00 per hour. This position is 40 hours per week.
This is a hybrid position combining remote and on-site work based on organizational needs. Travel is required occasionally and on an as-needed basis to support in-person meetings, community recruitment events, career fairs, and stakeholder engagements.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage end-to-end recruitment for all organizational roles, including job posting, resume screening, interview coordination and offer preparation.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify position requirements and develop tailored job descriptions.
- Utilize various sourcing channels (job boards, social media, networking events) to attract diverse talent.
- Maintain positive relationships with external recruitment agencies and educational institutions to expand talent pipelines.
- Work with Marketing and HR to develop and promote a compelling employer brand.
- Promote and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion practices to attract a diverse candidate pool.
- Ensure fair and unbiased selection methods by implementing structured interviews and standardized evaluation criteria.
- Generate regular recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill) to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
- Oversee and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure accurate candidate data.
- Collaborate with payroll, hiring managers and HR team to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires.
What you will bring:
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Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of full-cycle recruitment or talent acquisition experience.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and best practices in recruiting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven analytical and organizational skills, with experience in generating recruitment reports.
- Readily available vehicle and a valid driver’s license are required.
Invest in Yourself as we Invest in You! Wesley offers…
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A positive work culture that prioritizes all staff having an opportunity to contribute
- A supportive team that will empower you to achieve great milestones!
- Fun and engaging organizational events such as our Staff Appreciation Event
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Full Health & Dental Benefits (Eligible After Three Months)
- Personal & Vacation Days
- RRSP Contribution Program (Eligible After One Year)
- Employee Assistance Program Available Immediately
- Employee Discounts
Please Apply Via: Our Wesley Bamboo Portal:
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Click on this link: https://wesley.bamboohr.com/jobs/
- From there you can access all of Wesley’s job postings
Wesley is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please. More information about Wesley can be found on our website at www.wesley.ca.
