Talent Acquisition Analyst

Maricopa Community College district; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District is seeking a Talent Acquisition Analyst to support recruitment, selection, hiring, and position management for the District Office. You will partner with hiring managers to guide the process and ensure fair staffing practices.

The role blends data analysis with strategic recruitment, researching trends, maintaining compliance with MCCCD policies and state/federal laws, and enhancing recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of work experience performing talent acquisition, staffing, or recruitment responsibilities.
• Two or more years of experience managing 20+ full-cycle recruitments and metric reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supports full-cycle recruitment, selection, and hiring processes for the District Office.
• Maintains applicant tracking system, profiles, timelines, and interview/assessment methods to ensure equitable candidate screening.
• Performs reporting and data analysis to inform process improvements and policy compliance.

Skills

Recruitment

Executive leadership collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ATS

HRIS

Job description

Talent Acquisition Analyst

Job ID: 323195

Location: District Support Services Cntr

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$53,050.25 - $68,964.82/annually, DOE

Grade

114

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State retirement system (ASRS) pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

The Talent Acquisition Analyst is a key member of the Maricopa Community Colleges District Office Strategic Staffing team, supporting recruitment, selection, hiring, and position management efforts for the District Office. This role partners with hiring managers to provide guidance throughout the recruitment process and support consistent, fair, and effective staffing practices.

This opportunity offers a blend of technical and analytical work, including analyzing recruitment data and trends, conducting research, supporting position management activities, and recommending enhancements to recruitment strategies, practices, and procedures. The position also supports recruitment and hiring processes while helping ensure compliance with MCCCD policies, best practices, and applicable state and federal laws.

Through collaboration, consultation, and responsive staffing support, this position helps attract and retain well-qualified talent who contribute to MCCCD's mission and support student success.

Essential Functions

70% - Works in partnership and builds relationships with various MCCCD departments, hiring managers, and all levels of staff and Executives throughout the full-cycle recruitment, selection, and hiring processes:

• Maintains the applicant tracking system and works with candidates through the pre-hire and hiring processes, including conducting pay placement analysis and job offers.
• Creates and maintains position and candidate profiles, timelines, interview and assessment methods, ensures equitable candidate screening, actively sources candidates, and assists hiring teams in applying equitable principles and practices.
• Meets and advises District Office leaders on recruitment options in accordance with MCCCD policy, procedures, and practice.
• Conducts research and analysis to independently advise on recruitment, selection, hiring, personnel actions, and employee movements.
• Strives for process improvement by defining and documenting workforce needs and strategies to achieve equity and fair recruitment practices.
• High-level attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Promotes diversity within MCCCD culture by championing recruitment, selection, and hiring policy, procedures, and practices.
• Desires to create and present impactful and engaging recruitment, selection, and hiring training.

20% - Communicates and applies employment policies and procedures, state and federal employment rules and regulations:

• Reviews and verifies HR documents for accuracy and compliance with federal and state guidelines and District policy.
• Advises and works with hiring managers on internal employee movements.
• Clearly, concisely, and professionally communicates via email, phone, virtual conferencing, and/or in person to applicants, hiring managers, and staff.

10% - Performs reporting and data analysis:

• Understands the importance of accurate and timely record-keeping and documentation of discussions.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality and details for accuracy.
• Prepares and analyzes recruitment, selection, and hiring data for process improvement opportunities.
• Conducts trainings as needed and other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and two (2) years of work experience performing talent acquisition, staffing, or recruitment responsibilities.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and/or experience as described above, sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing 20+ consecutive full-cycle recruitments and metric reporting experience.
• Professional working experience in partnering with Executive leadership and various levels of managers and supervisors on recruiting, selection, and hiring processes.
• Demonstrated skill in working effectively under pressure, ability to be agile and flexible with multiple deadlines, and changing priorities for a large organization (with more than 1,000 employees).
• Professional knowledge, understanding, and application of ATS and OR HRIS systems.
• Self-motivated team player with high-level attention to detail and the ability to work independently and in