Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA with hybrid work options available Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Salaried with benefits and a complimentary YMCA Membership Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility) Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility) Generous pension plans with employer matching Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility) Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) The Specialist, Talent Acquisition leads full-cycle, high-volume recruitment, selection, and onboarding for the Association, managing a fast-paced portfolio of concurrent requisitions across multiple sites, including seasonal hiring surges while delivering a consistently positive candidate experience and strong recruitment/onboarding metrics. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative, solutions-focused talent acquisition professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and wants to help make YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford a great place to work.

Recruitment & Selection: Lead high-volume recruitment and selection including posting vacancies, screening applicants, scheduling/conducting interviews, and completing reference checks, in collaboration with Hiring Managers while prioritizing competing deadlines across multiple concurrent requisitions and sites. Use the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to keep a large candidate pipeline moving efficiently, and recommend improvements to the recruitment, selection, and onboarding functions. Develop and maintain a continuous pipeline of active and passive candidates.

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to fill a high volume of vacancies across multiple sites quickly and efficiently, especially during peak/seasonal hiring. Host and participate in career fairs and hiring events to build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline.

Data & Metrics: Maintain statistical data and metrics to support continuous improvement across the full recruitment and onboarding cycle,



incorporating feedback gathered from recent hires at key employee moments. Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or other relevant disciplines, or equivalent work experience. A minimum of 3 years of progressive recruitment experience, leading initiatives and building recruitment strategies for hard to fill, high-volume roles.

Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume requisition caseload and a large, active candidate pipeline simultaneously, while maintaining accuracy, quality, and a positive candidate experience under tight timelines. Knowledge and hands-on expertise in leveraging data for Talent Acquisition (TA) analytics, compliance, and data-driven TA delivery, with attention to detail.

Experience in behavioral interviewing techniques, strong business acumen, and advising on hiring decisions. Understanding of employment legislation to ensure a consistent and equitable approach is maintained in all stages of the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes, in accordance with applicable legislation. Effective written and verbal communication, with excellent interpersonal and networking skills.

Strong organizational, planning, and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple high-volume recruitment campaigns and competing deadlines simultaneously, with excellent attention to detail. Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and related applications, with aptitude to learn and embrace the use of new technology. Access to reliable transportation as this role requires travel across communities served to support year-round recruitment, hiring and onboarding efforts.

A Major Asset If You have worked in non-profit, charity or public sector organizations.



Certified in recruitment-related certifications, such as Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR) or Certified Talent Management Practitioner (CTMP). Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Youth Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire.

Police Records

Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living.

The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people. Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity. We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles.

We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply. If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at [email protected] starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you!

Artificial

Intelligence (AI) Disclosure Artificial intelligence ("AI") may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

📌 Talent Acquisition Specialist / Recruiting Specialist (Canada)
🏢 YMCA Of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford
📍 Canada