Temporary Recruitment and Onboarding Specialist

Temporary Recruitment and Onboarding Specialist Posting Date 06/12/26 Application Deadline 06/14/26 Pay Range Pay for this position is $23 hourly. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Temporary Department Elections About the Position Maricopa County Elections is seeking a Temporary Recruitment and Onboarding Specialist to support staffing operations at the Maricopa County Tabulation and Election Center (MCTEC) during the election season. Election season is a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment where accuracy, efficiency, and deadlines matter. In this role, you will support high‑volume recruitment and onboarding efforts by moving candidates through the Workday system, monitoring approvals, coordinating onboarding activities, and ensuring candidates are hired, cleared, and ready to work on time. This position is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, can manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and maintains attention to detail in a high‑volume setting. If fast‑paced work energizes you and deadlines motivate you, we want to hear from you! Apply Today! Temporary Election Workers who meet eligibility requirements can earn a $1,250 One‑Time Retention Incentive. About Us As the second‑largest voting jurisdiction in the country, Maricopa County Elections serves more than 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders as well as ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest‑growing County in the United States! 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Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience performing administrative duties in a Recruitment, Human Resources, or Elections environment Experience with data tracking tools, like Microsoft List, or Microsoft Excel High school diploma or GED An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or job‑related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year‑for‑year basis Other Requirements Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by time of hire Must pass an applicable background screening Must be able to work irregular hours, overtime, and shifts based on the departmental needs We Also Value Experience using Workday Software Associate's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field Experience with screening and reviewing job applications Experience with onboarding and offboarding functions Proficiency in professional communication skills, both written and verbal Experience supporting election activities Job Contributions Reviews and processes high volumes of job applications in Workday, updates applicant statuses, and monitors approvals Coordinates and completes onboarding, first‑day readiness activities, and offboarding tasks to ensure candidates are fully cleared and prepared for assignment Manages and troubleshoots high‑volume incoming and outgoing communications related to hiring status, onboarding requirements, and next steps in the recruitment/onboarding process Screens candidates via phone interviews by verifying position‑specific qualifications, including driving experience and voter registration status, and confirms eligibility within the voter registration system Collaborates with team members to coordinate tasks and priorities through Microsoft Teams, meetings, and asynchronous communication; maintains and updates shared spreadsheets and tracking documents to ensure accurate, real‑time visibility into recruitment and onboarding progress Assists with off‑site recruitment activities, job fairs, and outreach efforts to support staffing needs Collects and tracks recruitment and onboarding data, monitors process outcomes, and supports evaluations to identify process improvements and solutions Supports other assigned election activities as directed during election cycles Working Conditions Full‑time hours/work on holiday/weekend work/overtime flexibility is mandatory during the election cycle; this is a temporary position Work primarily occurs in a business office setting Work is high‑volume and fast‑paced This position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks with changing priorities, to perform sedentary work for extended periods, to collaborate with peers in a team‑oriented environment or conduct work independently, to lift up to 10 pounds floor‑to‑shoulder, and to push/pull up to 10 pounds This work requires upper extremity repetitive motion, and you may be required to travel to other locations as needed Telework may be available depending on business needs Some operations will be conducted under livestream cameras Must not engage in any political discussion Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre‑employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety‑sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr Maricopa County