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Psychometry Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

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$26

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How much do psychometry jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychometry in Alberta is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Psychometry vs Psychologist?

AspectPsychometryPsychologist
Required CredentialsTypically no formal certification; some training in psychometry or related fieldsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Psychology; licensure required
Work EnvironmentPrivate practice, spiritual or holistic settings, sometimes in educational contextsHospitals, clinics, schools, private practice, research institutions
Industry UsageUsed in spiritual, metaphysical, and alternative therapy contextsWidely used in mental health, healthcare, and academic settings

Psychometry involves reading and interpreting physical objects to gain insights, often in spiritual or holistic contexts. Psychologists, however, are licensed mental health professionals trained in psychological theories and practices. While both may work with clients, their credentials, methods, and settings differ significantly.

Are psychometrists in demand?

Psychometrists are in steady demand in fields such as education, healthcare, and organizational psychology, where they administer and interpret psychological assessments. Employment opportunities often depend on regional needs, certification, and experience, with roles available in clinical settings, schools, and research institutions.

Do psychometrists make good money?

Psychometrists typically earn a moderate salary that varies based on experience, location, and work setting. Entry-level positions may pay less, while experienced professionals with advanced certifications can earn higher wages, especially in clinical or educational environments.

How do I become a psychometrist?

To become a psychometrist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or a related field, along with specialized training in psychological testing and assessment. Certification or licensing may be required depending on the state or employer, and gaining experience with testing tools like IQ or achievement tests is beneficial.

What jobs can a psychometry do?

A psychometry professional typically works in fields such as psychological assessment, counseling, or research, utilizing their skills to interpret psychological data and personality traits. They may work in clinical settings, educational institutions, or private practice, often requiring knowledge of testing tools and certification in psychology or related disciplines.

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Infographic showing various Psychometry job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% In-person, and 50% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $54,791 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Wawanesa Insurance

Edmonton, AB • Hybrid

CA$92K - CA$112K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Job ID: 10013 


Employment Type:
Existing Role
Working Business Language: English. This role requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language utilized is English.As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English.   
 

Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. 
 

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary offered is estimated to be within the following range: $92,000- $112,000. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are still encouraged to apply. 

About Us
At Wawanesa, we offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Toronto (North York), ON; Kitchener, ON; Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC.
 

The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company ("Wawanesa Mutual"), founded in 1896, is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, with over $3.5 billion in annual revenue and assets of $10 billion (CAD). Wawanesa Mutual, with its National Headquarters in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada. Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.7 million members in Canada, and we are home to more than 3,300 employees distributed across the Canadian regions and communities where we operate. We give back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $3.5 million annually to charitable organizations, including over $2 million annually in support of people on the front lines of climate change. We are also proud to be recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers. To learn more visit wawanesa.com. 


We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.
 

Job Overview

Wawanesa is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to attract and recruit talent into our performance-based, values-aligned company. This role serves as a strategic partner to the business, collaborating across functional teams to drive effective and optimized recruitment practices and deliver a best-in-class candidate experience. 

Job responsibilities

 

  • Develop, implement and maintain talent acquisition and sourcing strategies.
  • Manage the full cycle recruitment for various roles across our business from attraction, to sourcing, interviewing, assessments, background checks and offers of employment.  
  • Develop and maintain relationships with Hiring Managers and HR Representatives.
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert and build competence; coach managers in effective behavioural interviewing, compliant interviewing protocol, and effective candidate screening techniques.
  • Source active and passive candidates for current vacancies as well as build pipelines and talent communities for future vacancies.
  • Screen incoming and on-file applicant resumes, and asses for job and organizational fit.
  • Identify innovative and best channels for attraction; advertising of job vacancies on job boards, professional associations, universities and colleges, social media, social recruiting tools, etc.
  • Attend external recruitment events (e.g. campus fairs, career fairs, and networking events) and participate as a company representative.
  • Prepare salary recommendation analysis and collaborate with HR Representatives on the development of new hire total rewards packages.
  • Administer psychometric assessments and background checks
  • Generate employment offer documents and other related materials for distribution to applicants.
  • Maintain communication with applicants and hiring managers throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
  • Monitor and measure recruitment results against Key Performance Indicators.
  • Research and contribute competitive intelligence to the business.
  • Ensure diversity and inclusion is imbedded at each stage in the recruitment process.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience working in full-cycle recruitment, either in-house or in an agency environment.
  • Bilingual in English & French will be considered a strong asset.
  • Completion of post-secondary education.
  • Demonstrated self-starter, able to take initiative and suggest and implement creative solutions.
  • Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
  • The ability to demonstrate courage at all levels and always in the best interest of the company.
  • Excellent MS Office skills, and experience in Applicant Tracking Systems.
  • An openness to change, trying new tools (AI), strategies and tactics to achieve better outcomes.
  • Sound problem-solving skills that can identify and assess moderately complex issues and opportunities that support the business.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work and communicate with all levels of the organization while fostering positive working relations.
  • A true desire to learn and improve continuously, keeping abreast of developments and innovation in the talent acquisition space.
  • Strong organizational skills including the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
  • A team player that can work in a collaborative environment.
  • Sound decision making skills and strong project management skills.


Diversity Equity, Inclusion& Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people - this is supported by having a representative workforce.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. 
 

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
 

All Wawanesa job applicants are subject to Wawanesa's Privacy Policy.

Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.