Recruiter

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.

DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

RECRUITER

Job Location:

Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Human Resources Staffing Unit
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
www.azdes.gov

Posting Details:

Salary: $45,760.00 - $53,000.06 Annually 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received

Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Recruiter with the Human Resources Staffing Unit. This position will be responsible for the development of job announcements that capture the recruitment needs, screening of applicants and providing qualified candidates to the hiring managers.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review resumes, applications and interviews candidates; participate in panel interviews and/or proctors interviews.
• Maintain all staffing records ensuring record keeping is in compliance with Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) and division procedures.
• Confer with Division position control specialist to confirm vacant position numbers are in the proper classification and ensure that staffing efforts maintain established headcount.
• Attend job fairs in cooperation with Human Resources Administration Talent for recruitment of vacant positions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
• Federal and State laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to work assignment.
• Current principles, practices and methods used in the administration of HR to include: Talent Acquisition.
• Staffing trends and best practice guidelines for the selection process.
• Diverse sourcing methods (job board, social media, etc.)
• Strategies for filling hard-to-fill positions.
• Investigations and fact-finding practices.

Skills in:
• Communicating effectively in verbally and in writing while using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Assessing and Problem-solving.
• Developing innovative approaches for tapping into new sources of applicants.
• Google, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Performance Management software and various software to monitor and track human resources actions.

Ability to:
• Handle high volume staffing for hard-to-fill positions.
• Provide professional customer service to both hiring managers and applicants.
• Work independently, respond to inquiries and provide guidance.

Selective Preference(s):

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or closely related field and two (2) years’ experience as a Human Resources Analyst or equivalent experience.
• Relevant HR Certification.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Travel will be required for State business. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code [A.A.C.] R2-10-207.11).
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above- mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact us at 480.825.2901 or email tslatcher@azdes.gov. 

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480.825.2901. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

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