Human Resources Business Partner Talent Acquisition

Waterloo Regional Police Service; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

OMERS pension plan

Health & Dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (Talent Acquisition) at Waterloo Regional Police Service leads end-to-end recruitment for internal and external roles, providing strategic advice to hiring managers and ensuring high-quality, efficient services. You will build diverse talent pipelines, conduct active and passive sourcing, design assessments, and support onboarding while collaborating across the Service.

This is a permanent full-time role in Cambridge, Ontario, requiring a university HR or

Qualifications

• University degree in HR or business administration.
• Minimum four years in recruitment or talent acquisition.
• Experience in active sourcing and Boolean search.
• CHRP designation is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Employment Standards Act, HR policies and WRPS policies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment for internal and external roles.
• Source candidates via social media, networks, events and partnerships.
• Develop diverse talent pipelines and sourcing strategies.
• Lead onboarding and New Employee Orientation (NEO).
• Assist with recruitment events and communications.

Skills

Active sourcing

Interviewing

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Talent acquisition

Analytical skills

Education

HR degree

CHRP asset

Tools

Boolean search

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Deadline to Apply: Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 11.59 PM

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Base Location: WRPS Headquarters, 200 Maple Grove Rd, Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7

Shift: Day Shift

Working Days/ Hours: Monday to Friday, 08.00 AM - 04.00 PM

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week

Number of Position: 1 position

Union: Waterloo Regional Police Association (Association)

Reason for Vacancy: Backfill

Salary Range July - December 2026: $88,084 - $103,628

Waterloo Regional Police Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and champions inclusion. We are committed to developing and supporting a highly skilled, professional workforce that reflects the community we proudly serve.

The Waterloo Regional Police Service provides high‑quality policing to more than 670,000 residents across the Region of Waterloo. Our region is a diverse and prosperous area in Southern Ontario, uniquely characterized by its blend of vibrant urban centres, Cambridge, Kitchener, and Waterloo, and surrounded by the rural townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot, and Woolwich. We take pride in our diversity and remain committed to fostering a people‑focused organization that reflects the strength and character of the communities we serve.

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Human Resource Business Partner (Talent Acquisition)

Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Talent Acquisition reports to the Supervisor, Talent Acquisition, and partners with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, provide strategic advice, and recommend innovative talent acquisition strategies. The position leads and oversees end-to-end recruitment activities, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient, and client-focused recruitment services throughout the full-cycle recruitment process.

You Will

• Coordinate and perform the full-cycle recruitment process for internal and external positions, including initiating intake meetings with hiring managers, posting job opportunities, sourcing candidates, screening applications, submitting candidates, conducting reference checks, extending offers, and facilitating onboarding.
• Conduct active and passive candidate sourcing through a variety of talent acquisition channels, including social media platforms and professional networks (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed, and X/Twitter), learning initiatives (e.g., co-operative education programs), hiring events, post‑secondary recruitment initiatives, and community partnerships.
• Identify and implement sourcing strategies for both active and passive talent pools. Build applicant sources and attract candidates by conducting creative research and leveraging multiple resources to develop and maintain a diverse and sustainable talent pipeline.
• Ensure best practices are embedded within recruitment processes and initiatives to attract qualified, diverse, and talented candidates while enhancing the overall attractiveness of the Service as an employer.
• Partner with hiring managers to establish recruitment requirements and develop effective sourcing strategies. Provide support, advice, and recommendations to ensure recruitment processes align with business needs and hiring objectives.
• Assist hiring managers in designing and executing selection processes, including drafting knowledge‑and‑skill‑based assessments, developing interview questions, and administering interviews.
• Provide advice, guidance, and training to hiring managers throughout the selection process, including recommending selection criteria, interview techniques, and key areas of priority and focus.
• Create an agile and responsive recruitment approach that enhances both the candidate and hiring manager experience throughout the hiring process.
• Conduct candidate background checks, including employment references, character references, credit checks, and other relevant system checks. Forward completed files to the Supervisor, Talent Acquisition, for final review and approval prior to extending a conditional offer of employment.
• Make verbal job offers to successful candidates and communicate outcomes to unsuccessful applicants.
• Lead and support an effective onboarding experience for new hires, including facilitating and implementing the New Employee Orientation (NEO) program.
• Foster positive relationships with post‑secondary educational institutions and external partners to develop and maintain a diverse talent pipeline that supports the recruitment needs of the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS).
• Attend recruitment events and deliver presentations on career opportunities and recruitment‑related information in alignment with the recruitment outreach strategy.
• Develop and lead innovative outreach strategies and sourcing events to increase awareness of career opportunities at WRPS.
• Execute internal sworn transfer and civilian recruitment processes, including conducting information sessions for internal candidates, gathering supervisor recommendations, and performing other related administrative and recruitment activities.
• Proactively assess attrition, recruitment activity, and labour market trends, leveraging data and metrics to drive continuous process improvement and enhance recruitment quality.
• Develop communications materials and content, including recruitment update reports and PowerPoint presentations, for internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Maintain tracking systems for temporary employee rosters, job postings, and recruitment competition records.
• Assist other HRBP Talent Acquisition with recruitment projects as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

You Have

• Knowledge of the labour market landscape, recruitment and selection, active sourcing, testing and interviewing methodologies, organizational effectiveness, labour relations, and human resources (HR) policies.
• Successful completion of a university degree in Human Resources, Business Administration (with HR accreditation), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of four (4) years of experience working in a recruitment or talent acquisition‑related field. Experience in active sourcing and Boolean search is required. Combined experience working as a Recruiter or Talent Acquisition professional in both private‑sector and unionized environments is considered an asset.
• Attainment of a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Code, Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) job functions, policies, and collective agreements as they pertain to staffing, occupational structures, and organizational development principles and opportunities.
• Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the Service and external stakeholders. A demonstrated understanding of the importance of client‑centred customer service.
• The ability to develop a strong understanding of WRPS policies, procedures, mission, vision, and values, and how they impact day‑to‑day work and service delivery.
• Strong organizational, planning, follow‑up, and time management skills, with the ability to effectively adapt to changing conditions and shifting priorities while ensuring deadlines are met.
• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, as demonstrated by the ability to receive requests for analytical information and deliver appropriate results, source and review résumés, pre‑screen applicants, and address client concerns effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to foster networks, both internally and externally, to support organizational objectives and goals.
• Well‑developed problem‑solving, analytical, and research skills. Demonstrated initiative to identify solutions to problems and present recommendations to the appropriate stakeholders. A high degree of attention to detail.
• Strong public relations and interpersonal skills required to administer selection processes. A high degree of listening, assessment, and analytical skills for pre‑screening candidates.
• Sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy when providing feedback to unsuccessful applicants in an empathetic, respectful, consistent, and fair manner.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.

You Are

• Able to work independently and contribute effectively within a team environment while supporting organizational values and project objectives.
• Able to successfully pass the security clearance and background process and maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Holder of a valid Class G Driver’s Licence with no more than six (6) demerit points and able to travel within and outside the Region as required.
• Able to communicate professionally with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and to develop and maintain networks that support organizational objectives.

Why join WRPS?

• Tuition reimbursement program
• Defined benefit pension plan OMERS
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including employer‑paid Health/Dental and Life Insurance
• Dynamic, team‑focused environment supporting the community
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for fitness and wellness
• Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers 2025 & 2026
• Waterloo Area's Top Employers 2025 & 2026
• Salary Range: $88,084 - $103,628

Diversity through inclusion – we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process

Waterloo Regional Police Services may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during the recruitment process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. AI does not make final hiring decisions.

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected to move forward will be contacted.