Position Profile
TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers. Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time. These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families. This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With solid teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

Reporting to: Director, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards and People Analytics

Duration: December 31, 2026

Hours: Monday - Friday; Days, Flexibility required

Location: Hennick Humber Hospital, Wilson Site

Salary: $75,585.90 - $94,541.85

Employment Status: Temporary Full Time

Are you a passionate Human Resources professional who thrives on connecting great people with meaningful careers? Does hearing the words “I accept” make your day? If so, we’d love to hear from you! Join our Talent Acquisition team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist and help shape the future of healthcare talent at Humber River Health.

Humber River Health is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support full-cycle recruitment across the organization. In this role, you will help attract, engage, and hire exceptional talent who align with our values and commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

Facilitate the daily recruitment activities, including review and approve requisitions, creating job postings, screening and shortlisting candidates, coordinate interviews, job offers, preparing employment contracts and coordinate new hire onboarding





Understanding the recruitment needs for defined portfolio and being proactive in identifying, designing and implementing recruitment initiatives

Consult with Hiring Managers on the development of competency-based behavioural interview guides and appropriate skills-testing

Participate in recruitment strategy development as well as research and recommend continuous quality improvements and innovative procedures for recruitment

Collaborate and consult with team members within People Services and all levels of management as required

Act as the primary point of contact for all recruitment & hiring matters for Hiring Managers within their portfolio and work in partnership to understand and provide consultative and value-added recruitment support in achieving their various hiring needs and challenges

Learn and understand the current and future needs of clients by participating in monthly Program Director/Manager update meetings and monthly operational meetings with Managers as needed

Guide and assist Hiring Managers onrecruitment and sourcing alternatives appropriate for their businessincluding the development of job postings in accordance with job descriptions and other selection criteria

Ensure that the recruitment & selection processaligns with hospital policy and best practices as well as the Employment Standards Act, Ontario HumanRights Code, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities and the evaluation of existing systemsand processes

Attend job fairs, campus recruitment and other career events as needed

Develop job advertisements that engage thecandidate pool and encourage a stream of qualified applicants

Maintain the iCIMS applicant tracking system including facilitating the learning for managers and directors who arerequired to use the system as end users

Partner with StrategicHuman Resources Business Partner inworkforce planning with client groups to proactively plan forservice delivery changes, demographic analysis, staffing forecasting

Consult with and elevate matters to the Strategic Human Resources Business Partner or Director, Talent Acquisition as necessary

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or College diploma in Human Resource Management

CHRL/CHRP designation with Human Resources Professional Association or working toward preferred

Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment or combination of recruitment and Human Resources, preferably in a health care and/or unionized environment





Experience performing high volume recruitment in a fast paced environment and demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based interview techniques

Sound knowledge of current legislation, human resources practices with a good knowledge of labour/employee relations

Experience with an Applicant Tracking System (preferably iCIMS) and HRIS

Demonstrated excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills with a proven effective customer service focus

Excellent time management and prioritization skills to manage varying demands and time constraints

Ability to probe for information, analyze results and present information in a timely manner

Excellent MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to employee relations is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. Wesupport employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognizethat diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.

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📌 Talent Acquisition Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Humber River Health
📍 Ontario