Talent Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Talent Acquisition Specialist jobs in Arizona are among the most active in the Southwest, with consistent demand across technology, healthcare, financial services, and semiconductor manufacturing. The strongest hiring concentrations are in Phoenix and Scottsdale, with a secondary market in Tucson, and established employers such as Banner Health, Intel, and American Express regularly maintain talent acquisition teams across their Arizona operations. The most sought-after specializations in Arizona are technical and engineering recruiting, high-volume healthcare hiring, and early-career program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 542832
- PHOENIX
- DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
- Full-time
- Closing at: Aug 17 2026 - 23:55 MST
DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.
Transportation Engineering Specialist
($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
MPD PLANNING TEAM
1611 W Jackson St.,
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Salary: $69,802.03
- This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive
Grade: 22
Closing Date: 08/17/2026
Operates the Pavement Management System (PMS), manages data quality control checks of vendor-collected pavement condition data, and assists in the development and implementation of the Asset Management Plan (AMP). This role involves reviewing engineering plans and the Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, interpreting cost estimates, analyzing complex multidimensional data to predict performance, recognizing and resolving errors in datasets, writing Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio scripts, and conducting life-cycle cost analyses. The position provides statewide technical support for Asset Management and Pavement Preservation programs.
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, and 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.
Operates the Pavement Management System software. Supports the Pavement Management and Pavement Design teams as needed. Responds to data requests from a variety of stakeholders. Utilize ArcGIS, Microsoft SQL and Excel for data analysis. Writes documents and creates charts/diagrams/presentations as needed.
Works with contractor and GIS team on quality checks of contractor collected pavement condition survey data. Establishes quality check procedures after collection. Import and analyze pavement condition data in ArcGIS and Microsoft SQL Server.
Provides technical support for Asset Management including consistency report analysis & documentation, life cycle cost analysis for the AMP and the Long-Range Transportation Plan. Performs analysis utilizing the Pavement Management System and assists with development of the AMP update.
Attends professional work seminars, meetings, and conferences to represent ADOT. Serves as a subject matter expert and provides feedback on research projects as needed.
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of civil engineering as applied to design, development, construction and maintenance of the state highway system
- Federal and state statutes, agency standards, regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to AASHTO, ASTM, FHWA specifications
- Safety and public relations practices
- Methods, procedures and techniques utilized in management of assigned resources
- Computer applications as they pertain to area of assignment (Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace)
- Research techniques related to highly complex assignments
Skill in/with:
- Complete assignments accurately and with minimal errors and attention to detail
- Analyze, organize, and present complex technical data
- Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches
- Work with supervisors and leadership
- Expert oral and written communications
- Writes technical reports pertaining to subject matter and assignments
- Communicates effectively in writing based on the audience and technical needs
- Verbal and interpersonal skills as applied to contacts with peers, public governmental agencies and stakeholders
- Develop and implement appropriate standard procedures and priorities related to area of assignment
Ability to:
- Identify and characterize practical engineering problems into correct mathematical or computer models and seek the most efficient solutions
- Comprehend and solve highly complex, multi-dimensional asset management problems
- Process information logically
- Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems and exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification
Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related Engineering field.
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. 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).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
- Sick leave
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
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 program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
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 calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in talent acquisition specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
- Three or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or agency setting
- Demonstrated experience sourcing candidates through applicant tracking systems such as Workday or Taleo
- Familiarity with Arizona's technology and healthcare labor markets and candidate pipelines
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP certification preferred by many Arizona employers
- Experience partnering with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and interview frameworks
Talent Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a talent acquisition specialist in Arizona?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field followed by recruiting experience in a coordinator or sourcing role. Arizona does not require a state-issued license to work in talent acquisition. The Society for Human Resource Management's SHRM-CP credential and the HR Certification Institute's PHR are the industry-recognized certifications that Arizona employers most commonly request, and both can be pursued while working.
Which companies hire talent acquisition specialists in Arizona?
Companies currently hiring talent acquisition specialists in Arizona include State of Arizona, ASM, and Moove, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's concentration of large healthcare systems, semiconductor manufacturers, and financial services firms means openings tend to cluster around high-volume and technical recruiting functions.
Which Arizona cities have the most talent acquisition specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Gilbert have the most talent acquisition specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix drives the majority of postings because it is home to the state's largest corporate campuses, regional headquarters, and health systems, while Scottsdale's concentration of financial and technology firms and Tempe's university-adjacent employers account for a meaningful share of the remaining openings.
Are there remote talent acquisition specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields, since talent acquisition work is largely phone and video-based and does not require an on-site presence for most functions. About 64% of talent acquisition specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects the role's inherently desk-based nature. Sourcing, screening, and coordination tasks are the most commonly performed remotely, while onboarding facilitation and executive search tend to require more in-person involvement.
How can I get hired as a talent acquisition specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or recruiting coordinator role, which large Arizona employers such as Banner Health, Dignity Health, and major technology firms regularly post as feeders into full-cycle recruiting. Completing the SHRM-CP coursework or earning a PHR gives candidates a measurable edge even before accumulating years of experience. Internships through Arizona State University's W. P. Carey School of Business and University of Arizona programs also connect candidates directly to corporate talent teams.
Where can I find and apply to talent acquisition specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to talent acquisition specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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