Talent Acquisition Specialist

This temporary position has been established to provide support during an employee leave of absence. The assignment is expected to continue for approximately 12 months; however, the duration is subject to change based on operational requirements and organizational needs.

Why Work With Us?

• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits including Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance coverage.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the OMERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Immediate internal eligibility to apply to full-time employment opportunities
• Onsite gym and wellness programs
• Commitment to inclusion and dedication to fostering a diverse workforce reflective of the community we serve.

Job Description

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition and Development Coordinator, the Talent Acquisition Specialist works in a cross-trained and interchangeable capacity to coordinate the external recruitment and internal staffing life cycles for uniform and temporary civilian positions within the Niagara Regional Police Service. The Talent Acqusition Specialist coordinates the NRPS Administrative Pool program including scheduling and tracking pool member assignments ensuring adequate coverage of vacancies as needed.

The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a key role in advancing the Service’s goal of building and maintaining a diverse and qualified workforce essential to supporting front-line operations, while ensuring an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring managers.

Job Specifications (Required Education, Experience, etc.)

• Minimum three (3) year college diploma in Human Resources or two (2) year College Diploma in a related field plus one (1) year post-graduate certificate in Human Resources Management. Minimum three (3) years’ experience in recruitment and selection in a unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CHRP designation is required.
• Knowledge of employment related legislation, including Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Act, and associated regulations and administration of collective agreements.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Problem solving and influencing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to conduct training sessions and make presentations.
• Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Professionalism, courtesy, and tact to deal with confidential, sensitive, and contentious information/issues.
• Proficiency in relevant software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and HRIS technology.

Supervisory Accountability

• N/A