Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter

Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter – Human Resources

Posting #: 4286
 Posting Date:  30 March 2026
 Posting Closing:  13 April 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, 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 $28.00 per hour. This position is 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities: 

Manage end-to-end recruitment for all organizational roles, including job posting, resume screening, and interview coordination.

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:

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 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…

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:

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.