TALENT ACQUISITION ANALYST (HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST)

Department of Economic Security – Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME)

About the role

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Human Resources Analyst. Under general supervision of the DBME Human Resources Supervisor, the Human Resources Analyst will work independently on a variety of tasks and projects to support the DBME Human Resources Staffing/Recruitment team. This position performs work of moderate difficulty dealing with sensitive and highly confidential personal information and has general knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures in the area of Staffing/Recruitment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in recruitment efforts; submit and/or complete background requests; complete applicant references; conduct file reviews; complete hire packets and submit IT tickets for selected candidates.
• Communicate with applicants to schedule interviews.
• Review interview results with the Staffing/Recruitment team and hiring managers; assist with interview outcomes.
• Screen applicants and conduct background verifications; administer examinations and tests to assess applicants; follow up with applicants to gather missing information.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support for the DBME Human Resources Staffing/Recruitment team.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of current principles, practices, and methods used in the administration of staffing/recruitment.
• Knowledge of agency policies, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of modern organizational development.
• Proficiency with computer systems including Google Suite and Microsoft products.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish priorities and manage a diverse workload.
• Ability to develop and implement various improvement initiatives for assigned program areas.
• Ability to analyze specific problem situations and determine acceptable solutions within the framework of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to perform research, collect and analyze data, and report information.
• Ability to negotiate and apply reason persuasively to resolve employee relations issues.
• Ability to comprehend and make inferences from written material.
• Ability to demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively to provide quality seamless customer service.

Qualifications

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or closely related field.
• Relevant HR Certification.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• 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.
• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function, a valid driver’s license is required.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Pay

$23.0770 hourly / $48,000.16 annually

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan.
• Wellness plans.
• Tuition Reimbursement Stipend Opportunities.
• Infant at Work Program.
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy.
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities.

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 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.