Manager, Talent Acquisition - Temporary Assignment (January 2026 - April 2027)

MOHAWK COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS & TECHNOLOGY; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 123,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Hamilton is seeking a Manager, Talent Acquisition for a temporary assignment. You will oversee the College's Talent Acquisition function, leading strategic initiatives and fostering an innovative recruitment culture. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in full-cycle recruitment and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This role offers competitive pay and hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Progressive vacation plan

Professional development opportunities

Defined Benefit pension plan with matched contributions

Discounted access to athletic facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of progressive, full-cycle recruitment experience.
• Demonstrated experience in developing recruitment strategies.
• Experience in working within a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of strategic talent acquisition processes.
• Lead the development and execution of a forward-looking Talent Acquisition Strategy.
• Foster a high-performing, focused team through mentorship and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Talent Acquisition Strategy

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Recruitment Analytics

Team Management

Change Management

Education

Four-year post-secondary education in HR Management or related field

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation

Job description

Manager, Talent Acquisition - Temporary Assignment (January 2026 - April 2027)

Status: Temporary Assignment (January 2026 - April 2027)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 35 hours /week

Home Campus: Fennell (hybrid work arrangements available)

Rate of Pay: Payband 11 ($98,395 - $122,994)

Posting Date: November 10, 2025

Closing Date: November 21, 2025 at 7:00 pm EST

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce. As educators, we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity and inclusion in our community.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, Employment Labour Relations & Talent Acquisition, the role of the Manager, Talent Acquisition is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and advancing the College's Talent Acquisition function. This role is accountable for the development and execution of a comprehensive, College-wide Talent Acquisition Strategy that aligns with institutional priorities and advances the College's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and Truth & Reconciliation.

The Manager, Talent Acquisition provides leadership to the Talent Acquisition team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. Through the development of leading best practices in sourcing, candidate experience and employer branding, the incumbent ensures that the College is positioned as an employer of choice in a competitive talent landscape.

What you'll be doing:

Lead Talent Acquisition Function & Team Leadership

• Oversees the full lifecycle of strategic talent acquisition processes, ensuring a high-quality candidate and hiring manager experience through clear workflows, enhanced communication practices, in-take meetings and thoughtful process design.
• Leads the development and execution of a forward-looking Talent Acquisition Strategy informed by market trends and organizational workforce needs.
• Develops and refines metrics to measure Talent Acquisition effectiveness, enabling data-driven decisions that align with organizational goals and improve recruitment performance over time.
• Fosters a high-performing, focused team through clear vision, capability development, mentorship and performance management.
• Develops, embeds and sustains inclusive hiring practices to advance the College's equity, diversity and inclusion commitments and designs intentional recruitment strategies.
• Oversees rate calculations for the placement of new faculty into the salary grid, in compliance with academic collective agreement requirements.
• Ensures that all staffing matters including hiring, promotions, secondments, temporary assignments and transfers are in compliance with applicable collective agreements, College policies and legislation. This includes the collection, verification and storage of candidate/new hire information needed for legal, regulatory and/or ministry compliance, including academic credential information for academic accreditation purposes.

Employer Branding

• Oversees the College's Employee Value Proposition (EVP), from strategy development and stakeholder engagement to execution and evaluation.
• Leads the strategy and ongoing management of the College's employer brand presence across key digital platforms, optimizing content to enhance visibility, engage prospective talent, and drive traffic to career opportunities.
• Leverages analytics and insights to continuously improve employer brand storytelling and ensure alignment with talent attraction goals.
• Continuously optimizes outreach and job marketing strategies to ensure job postings are compelling, inclusive, and aligned with our employer brand.

Strategic Sourcing & Recruitment of Critical Roles

• Designs and leads recruitment strategies for senior and executive-level searches across the College by leading hiring initiatives from initial planning through to successful placement.
• Leads the design and execution of tailored sourcing strategies for senior and hard-to-fill roles, ensuring alignment with college priorities and ensuring high-caliber, diverse candidate pools.
• Collaborates with executive search firms on executive searches, where appropriate. This includes partnering on targeted recruitment strategy, managing the RFP/RFQ if needed.
• Leverages sourcing analytics to identify emerging opportunities and return on investment, ensuring alignment with broader workforce equity and inclusion goals.
• Builds and manages strategic partnerships with external vendors, platforms, and recruitment partners (e.g. LinkedIn, Indeed, Equ, Indigenous Link, Pride at Work, Hire Diverse) to expand access to diverse talent; oversees sourcing related contracts, service agreements, and RFP/RFQ processes as needed.

Strategic Talent Acquisition Projects & Process Innovation

• Leads College-wide initiatives that continuously evolve and strengthen the Talent Acquisition function through process innovation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversees the development and implementation of scalable resources, toolkits and frameworks that equip hiring managers with the knowledge and tools to recruit, assess and retain talent effectively, equitably, and consistently.
• Leads modernization efforts of core recruitment workflows (e.g., interview frameworks, offer letters, candidate evaluations).
• Leads and develops onboarding and preboarding programs that equip hiring managers to achieve early employee engagement.
• Designs and delivers practical training and tools that build organizational capability in recruitment related practices.
• Oversees Request to Hire (RTH) process, ensuring alignment with strategic workforce planning and budget.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Proven experience leading innovative, organization-wide recruitment strategies that strengthen the talent acquisition function, enhance the candidate experience, advance equity and inclusion, and position the organization as an employer of choice.
• A minimum of seven years of progressive, full-cycle recruitment experience with a demonstrated ability to evaluate, modernize, and optimize recruitment strategies and processes.
• A four-year post-secondary education or three-year degree with specialized, professional qualifications in such disciplines as Human Resources Management/Talent Acquisition/Talent Management or a related field.
• A Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing, coaching, and empowering high-performing teams to achieve strategic goals and deliver exceptional outcomes.
• Extensive experience leading executive and senior-level recruitment initiatives, providing strategic counsel and exceptional candidate and stakeholder experiences.
• Proven success in developing and implementing employer brand and candidate experience strategies that strengthen the organization's reputation and attract top talent.
• Experience leading and supporting change management initiatives within recruitment and talent functions to advance modernization and continuous improvement.
• Experience leveraging technology and ATS capabilities to enhance efficiency and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) principles and Truth & Reconciliation commitments into talent acquisition strategies, including inclusive outreach, equitable frameworks, and culturally responsive hiring practices.
• Experience working within a unionized and operationally complex environment, with an understanding of related policies, procedures, and collective agreements.

What we offer:

• Progressive vacation plan starting with 22 vacation days per year plus holiday closure.
• Opportunity to gain experience and build relationships at a Hamilton/Niagara Top Employer.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Option to enroll in Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
• Discounted rate for full-service athletic facility and instructor-led classes.
• Opportunities to engage in wellness events and activities.

To find out more about working at Mohawk College, including our Employee Value Proposition, please visit https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/about-mohawk/careers-at-mohawk

We are committed to reconciliation and nurturing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk College. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The College is committed to fostering inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

To learn more about Mohawk College's commitments, please visit the Mohawk College strategic plan webpage: https://www.strategicplan.mohawkcollege.ca/