Deadline to Apply: Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 11.59 PM
Salary Range July - December 2026: $88,084 - $103,628
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Location: WRPS Headquarters, 200 Maple Grove Rd, Cambridge, ON
Shift: Day Shift
Work Arrangement: In-Person (not a remote or hybrid work)
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
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 Human Resource Business Partners (Talent Acquisition) with recruitment projects as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
You Have:
- Experience working in both private-sector and unionized environments as a Recruiter or Talent Acquisition professional 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 relate to staffing, occupational structures, and organizational development principles and opportunities.
- Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the Service and with 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 adapt effectively to changing conditions and shifting priorities while meeting deadlines.
- Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, with the ability to gather and interpret analytical information, source and review résumés, pre-screen applicants, and address client concerns effectively and efficiently.
- Well-developed problem-solving, analytical, and research skills, with the initiative to identify solutions and present recommendations to appropriate stakeholders. A high degree of attention to detail.
- Strong public relations and interpersonal skills required to administer selection processes, including candidate pre-screening, assessment, and evaluation.
- 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
If you’re interested in this position, please apply online by Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 11.59 PM
Please ensure you provide all supporting information from current and past employment (if applicable) to specify how you meet the requirements for this position in your online profile. You will be assessed based on the information provided in your application.
If you require accommodation in completing the application process, or with any portion of the application process or interview, please email the WRPS at Recruitment@wrps.on.ca
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.
