Talent Acquisition Consultant

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Talent Acquisition team is looking for a passionate Talent Acquisition Consultant to join our team permanently.

If you are a high achieving, experienced, motivated HR trailblazer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and have the credibility to be a trusted HR partner to executives; have the confidence to challenge the status quo and the ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time then this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.

As an experienced Talent Acquisition professional, you will execute the full talent acquisition cycle for unionized and non-unionized roles, including providing consultative services to assigned client group(s) while delivering creative sourcing and recruiting solutions to meet business needs. This position will report to a Manager, Talent Acquisition.

• Deliver quality talent acquisition experience to candidates, hiring manager and other stakeholders that is consistent with Metrolinx brand as Employer of Choice.
• Provide consultative advice to assigned client group(s) about talent acquisition, recruiting, and sourcing.
• Develop talent acquisition plans for assigned client group(s) based on department needs; evaluate results of talent acquisition strategies to recommend new or adjusted techniques that improve recruitment outcomes in compliance with collective agreements, legal and regulatory requirements, and corporate policies and processes.
• Develop relationships with clients and other partners (e.g. HR Business Partners).
• Develop passive and active position-targeted sourcing strategies.
• Craft suitable job postings to target candidates and which are aligned with the talent acquisition strategy and job description.
• Short-list and pre-qualify candidates for Hiring Manager review based on candidate profile.
• Conduct phone screens, interviews, and other assessments in accordance with job requirements.
• Develop and recommend interview questions to ensure relevant information, as indicated by the candidate profile, is gathered to make an informed hiring decision.
• Participate in special recruitment campaigns (e.g. staffing new division) or projects (e.g. implementation or improvements to talent acquisition software/processes).
• Participate in recruitment projects contributing as a team member.

• Completion of a degree in Human Resources Management, or a related discipline or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
• Demonstrated progressive experience conducting full-cycle recruitment activities.
• Strong experience in conducting full-cycle recruitment activities. Previous exposure in recruiting for unionized positions and/or within the public sector is considered a strong asset.
• Experience with contemporary strategic talent sourcing, outreach, and selection using a variety of approaches (e.g. social media, Boolean, search engine optimization (SEO) etc.)
• Knowledge of Human Resources function, specifically in the area of recruitment and staffing and/or related legislation (e.g. Human Rights Code, Freedom of Information Act, etc.)
• Interpret and apply related policies, legislation and collective agreement provisions.
• Ability to work in a fast- paced environment, managing a high volume of recruitment activities and changing priorities.

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, OMERS pension plan and lifestyle spending account.
• Work that makes an impact to our communities.
• Learning and development opportunities internally and externally.
• An open and inclusive work environment.

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