Talent Acquisition Advisor

POSITION: Talent Acquisition Advisor
REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Talent Acquisition  
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources 
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 800-70B-27
SALARY: $83,538 - $98,280

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations.  We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services. 

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT: 
The Talent Acquisition Advisor leads the full-cycle recruitment and selection process, partnering with hiring managers to attract, evaluate, and secure top talent aligned with organizational needs. This role ensures a seamless and positive candidate and hiring manager experience while supporting effective, timely hiring decisions. The Talent Acquisition Advisor continuously improves recruitment strategies and processes to enhance overall talent acquisition outcomes

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination and facilitation, interview guide development, and candidate selection in alignment with policy.
• Coordinates sourcing activities with Talent Acquisition Specialists and contributes to overall talent acquisition strategy.
• Develops behavioral-based interview guides and ensures fair, consistent, and legislatively compliant hiring practices.
• Manages pre-employment requirements, including medicals, police checks, and skills/aptitude testing.
• Prepares and issues employment offers and contracts, supporting hiring managers with negotiations in alignment with policies.
• Maintains accurate candidate data and manages recruitment activities within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Communicates effectively with hiring managers and candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a positive experience.
• Supports onboarding activities, including new hire documentation, orientation enrollment, and first-day readiness.
• Promotes the organization’s employer brand and employee value proposition through approved channels, including social media.
• Responds to recruitment-related inquiries and collaborates with HR teams to resolve complex issues.
• Monitors recruitment progress and provides updates on competition status.
• Identifies and implements opportunities for continuous improvement in recruitment processes and candidate experience.
• Supports HR data administration in collaboration with HRIS, including new hire entry, employee changes, and employment transactions.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources or a related field
• CHRP or CHRL designation (or actively working toward) is considered an asset
• 2–3 years of experience in a high-volume recruitment role.
• Experience in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements is an asset
• Strong sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills
• Proficiency with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), recruitment tools, and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Solid understanding of employment legislation, recruitment best practices, and industry trends
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and stakeholders
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Effective negotiation skills, including supporting offer discussions with candidates
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, adaptable, and solution-focused with strong attention to detail
• Valid G driver’s license and ability to travel as required
• Bilingualism is considered an asset

APPLICATION PROCESS: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: July 14, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.  Visit our career website to apply:
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
If it is determined that any information provided in the application or during the recruitment process is false, misleading, or incomplete, Ontario Northland may discontinue your candidacy from further consideration.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity.  We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
ONTC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. We do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently. While the ATS may apply basic automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters.
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