Talent Acquisition Specialist
The Town of Newmarket, Human Resources Requires a Talent Acquisition Specialist Regular Full-Time (35 hours per week)
About Newmarket
The growing community of Newmarket is home to 90,000 people and located 40 minutes north of Toronto, in York Region. As one of the most densely populated communities in Ontario, Newmarket may be small in area, but BIG things are happening there. From the transformation of a community landmark, the Mulock Property, into Newmarket’s very own Central Park to the renewal of the urban corridors to make them even more eclectic, vibrant, livable, and lovable – the Town of Newmarket is always looking forward.
We offer and value flexibility to support work/life balance and wellbeing, including flexible hours, compressed workweeks, and hybrid work. Newmarket is committed to evolving, and trying new innovative approaches, all while creating an environment for extraordinary public service in a welcoming and inclusive community.
Who are we looking for?
Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for all facets of the recruitment and selection process, sourcing, attracting, and selecting top talent to meet the Town’s needs and working in collaboration with hiring managers to understand their staffing requirements. Utilizes a variety of recruitment channels and tools to identify qualified candidates, conduct interviews and facilitate the onboarding process.
How do I qualify?
- Post-secondary diploma in in Human Resources Management combined with experience in a Human Resources environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. CHRP designation an asset.
- Demonstrated proven experience in end-to-end recruitment at various levels within an organization, including candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing and offer negotiation. Experience with municipal government and understanding of municipal organizational structure and jobs an asset.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written with the ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff, external organizations, the general public, other government agencies and elected officials.
- Ability to develop partnerships and alliances, as well as manage a diversity of opinions in a positive manner.
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Demonstrated experience in computerized systems such as Applicant Tracking Systems, and HRIS systems.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented and capable of managing conflicting priorities and deadlines and multiple simultaneous recruitments.
- Ability to work independently and deal with sensitive and confidential matters.
- Thorough working knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations, such as the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Ontario Human Right Code, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Salary: $70,797 – $88,497
How do I apply?
Please apply online at www.newmarket.ca by 5:00 p.m. on June 19, 2025, quoting file number 25-120.
The Town of Newmarket is committed to accommodate all applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code for all employment activities including the recruitment process. Please no phone calls.
