Entry Level Workforce Management Specialist Jobs
New grad workforce management specialist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or hands-on scheduling projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Accounting & Auditing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, with employers like MGM Resorts International, EY, and J.Jill hiring at this level now.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.
THE JOB:
As a Workforce Management Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of what keeps our property running seamlessly. In this dynamic, high-impact role, you will support every department across the property by managing high-volume scheduling needs, ensuring accurate timekeeping for all employees, and partnering closely with leaders to anticipate and fulfill staffing requirements. Your keen attention to detail and ability to balance multiple priorities will help set every team up for success, creating a seamless experience for both employees and our guests.
THE STARTING RATE: $22.50 Per Hour
THE DAY-TO-DAY:
- Work collaboratively to complete daily scheduling tasks, including managing leave requests and callouts
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Workforce Management software and processes
- Collaborate with department leaders to create scheduling solutions that reflect current business demands, account for exceptions, and support accurate staffing levels and efficiency strategies
- Suggest scheduling changes and create new business models
- Identify best practices to enhance staffing while adhering to current labor agreements, and ensure ethical and equitable scheduling processes
- Determine the balance between optimal scheduling, service expectations, and compliance with current legal or legislative requirements
- Track, monitor, and communicate all system issues and downtime
- Manage Key Performance Indicators, including but not limited to Service Level, Occupancy, Abandon rates, ASA and AHT on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- 2+ years of prior relevant experience required
THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
- Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
- Free meals in our employee dining room
- Free parking on and off-shift
- Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
- Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today!
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Entry Level Workforce Management Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level workforce management specialist job?
Entry level workforce management specialist roles typically look for candidates who understand scheduling principles, workforce planning basics, and data tools like Excel or workforce management software. Internship experience in operations, HR, or contact center environments gives a strong edge. Highlighting coursework in operations management, organizational behavior, or business analytics also helps, and some employers welcome candidates who have completed relevant certifications even without full-time experience.
Which companies hire entry level workforce management specialists?
Companies hiring entry level workforce management specialists right now include MGM Resorts International, EY, and J.Jill, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, the most active employers tend to be large contact centers, healthcare systems, retail chains, and logistics operations that rely on high-volume shift planning and need junior analysts to support their scheduling teams.
Are there remote entry level workforce management specialist jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level openings are on-site or hybrid rather than fully remote. About 40% of entry level workforce management specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects how many employers prefer new hires to train in person before working independently on scheduling and staffing workflows.
Are these new grad workforce management specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior workforce management specialist roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and accepts internships, co-ops, or relevant academic projects in place of full-time work history. Some also accept a strong portfolio demonstrating scheduling analysis or data-driven staffing recommendations as a substitute for direct on-the-job experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level workforce management specialists?
Entry Level workforce management specialist roles concentrate in Accounting & Auditing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate large, shift-based workforces that constantly need junior analysts to help forecast demand, build schedules, and track real-time staffing against coverage targets.