Toronto Catholic District School Board

Specialist, Talent Acquisiiton

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Job Description

Specialist, Talent AcquisitionExempt Level 3: $87,762- $105,316VisionThe Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve approximately 84,000 students in nearly 200 Catholic schools in the City of Toronto and represent close to 475,000 Catholic school supporters. At the TCDSB, we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive Catholic learning community that nurtures faith development and academic excellence through the love of God, neighbor, and self.We fully engage students in learning that supports their academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, and physical growth and development. At TCDSB, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations our Catholic values, and the Board's Pastoral Plans are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st Century.With a staff of 14,000, the TCDSB is a dynamic school board and is seeking full-time Specialist, Talent Acquisition within the Human Resources department.All interested applicants are welcome to apply, we are an inclusive employer.Key AccountabilitiesReporting to and under the direction of the Manager of Talent Acquisition, the primary function of this position is to lead the recruitment initiatives by providing a supportive leadership role to the Manager of Talent Acquisition, and to provide daily supervisory oversight to assigned administrative staff on established recruitment protocols, practices and procedures.Oversight of recruiting initiatives for teaching, support staff and /or management positionsProvide daily supervisory oversight to assigned administrative staff and guidance on established recruitment protocols, practices, and procedures, including recruitment targetsJointly oversee Talent Management staff and assign recruitment priorities in collaboration with Manager of Talent AcquisitionMaintain oversight and involvement in the recruitment and selection process in a manner that is consistent with TCDSB's policies and procedures and industry/recruitment best practices Oversee the department's recruiting, screening, interviewing processesInvolvement in the recommendations, selections and placements of candidates for various employee groups Liaise with board management on daily recruitment needs and prioritize those needs Establish and coordinate interview panels, provide guidelines in effective interview practices and relative questions in compliance with Ontario Human Rights Code Analyze interview results and provide recommendations to the Manager and other management level staff Participate in assessment processes including interviews as a subject matter expert and a representative of the Human Resources department as requiredProvide supportive leadership role to the Manager of Talent Acquisition with ongoing projects and initiatives that will support the Board's strategic renewal plan Coordinate required activities to promote the TCDSB brand at job fairs and ongoing outreach recruitment programs for the ongoing recruitment of staffOrganize and supervise, as required, various system wide functions supported by Human Resources Department Participate in department management meetings, other committees as required Daily supervision of support staff including training and guidance and performance related matters Support new recruitment initiatives related to applicant tracking systems, social media and other recruitment related enhancements and strategiesAct as the department liaison to Teacher College programs Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, decision-making discretion (within established protocol and guidelines), tact and judgement Perform other duties as assigned RequirementsMinimum 3-year College Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent program(s) or an equivalent combination of education and recruitment experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Talent Management within a Human Resources department related experience in a similar leadership capacity, ideally in a large unionized public sector employer, education environment Knowledge of Employment Standards and human rights legislation and appropriate hiring practices Significant experience with contemporary strategic talent sourcing, outreach, and selection using a variety of active and passive sourcing approaches to attract and hire top talent Extensive computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook Demonstrated knowledge of SAP or a similar Human Resources Management Information System (HRMIS), and Applicant Tracking systemsProven ability to work well under pressure while managing multiple priorities Excellent problem-solving, time-management and organizational skills Ability to work with minimal supervision and to deal effectively with all employees and all levels of administration Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Travel from site to site and job fairs will be requiredA valid Ontario driver's license and access to a vehicle is required for travel to schools and other Board-related sites (eligibility for mileage reimbursement)Certified Human Resources designation an asset In-depth experience with ATS and other recruitment software would be considered an asset This is a full-time permanent position with comprehensive benefits including pension plan, vacation, and professional development opportunities.Who We AreOur mission at TCDSB is to inspire learning – in every way – and support our students and employees.EducationEmployees who work in our corporate setting are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission and making TCDSB a leader in public education. We are:Consistent with the TCDSB's Employment Equity policy and Multi-Year Strategic Plan, the TCDSB is strongly committed to fostering and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the stakeholders and communities we serve. As such, we especially welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are Indigenous, Black, 2SLGBTQ+, and racialized. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as one or more of the aforementioned communities. This information will be kept confidential.The TCDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. We will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the TCDSB Fair Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.All interested applicants are asked to apply online no later than Tuesday, November 25, 2025, via ApplyToEducation.com.We thank all prospective applicants for showing interest in this position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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