Recruitment Manager

Summary

The first review of applications will occur on January 13, 2026 , with subsequent reviews conducted weekly until filled. The posting may close at any time after the initial review. The anticipated starting salary range is from entry ($100,736.95) up to midpoint ($125,921.18) annually, depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Valley Metro Human Resources is seeking a Recruitment Manager to drive our talent acquisition strategy, lead the recruitment team, and participate in hands-on full cycle recruiting. This strategic, working-leader role is ideal for a process-focused professional committed to enhancing quality and efficiency while developing strong partnerships with hiring managers through a deep understanding of the agency’s structure, divisions, and job functions.

In this role, you will refine and advance public-sector recruitment processes; develop innovative, compliant recruitment and interview materials; and train interview panel members to ensure consistent and effective hiring practices. You will mentor and develop staff, foster a collaborative team culture, and work closely with hiring managers to address critical staffing needs.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, Human Resources Management, or a related field.
• Six (6) years of professional experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, including leading recruitment processes and managing teams.
• Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR); SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
• Public-sector recruitment experience is desirable.
  
  

Candidate Expertise

• Strong full-cycle recruitment experience.
• Experience in strategic workforce planning and data-driven decision-making.
• Highly collaborative with demonstrated experience in multiple HR disciplines.
• Experience recruiting for hard-to-fill positions (technical, leadership, etc.).
• Proficiency in implementing inclusive recruitment practices to attract and engage a diverse candidate pool.
• Proven experience in team management and mentoring to foster staff development.
• Master's Degree is desirable.
  
  

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check.

Valid Arizona driver’s license and safe driving record.

Examples Of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (The statements listed below describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.)

• Lead, mentor, and guide the recruitment team, including assigning work and reviewing outcomes for quality and compliance.
• Partner with hiring managers to provide guidance, maintain ongoing communication, and ensure timely delivery of qualified candidates, while ensuring compliance with public-sector hiring regulations.
• Perform full cycle recruiting, including posting, reviewing applications, screening candidates, interviewing, and coordinating selections.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized public-sector recruitment processes, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency.
• Oversee and optimize the Applicant Tracking System (NEOGOV) for job postings, candidate screening, reporting, and workflow efficiency, ensuring data accuracy and process compliance.
• Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring all new hire paperwork, background checks, drug & alcohol testing, and related documentation are completed accurately and in compliance with policies.
• Monitor, analyze and report on key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, applicant flow, source of hire) and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and candidate experience.
• Build and maintain partnerships with educational institutions, professional associations, and community organizations to support recruitment outreach and talent pipelines.
• Lead or participate in special human resource division projects, workforce planning, succession planning, and engagement initiatives.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills:

Knowledge Of

• Recruitment best practices, job analysis, interview techniques, and candidate evaluation.
• In-depth knowledge of job classification, compensation principles, and recruitment processes.
• Public-sector recruitment, employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• NEOGOV ATS and other HR information systems for recruitment, tracking, and reporting.
• Process documentation, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement methods.
• Workforce planning, staffing strategies, and onboarding processes in a public-sector environment.
  
  

Skills In

• Leading, mentoring, and supervising a recruitment team while actively participating in recruitment activities.
• Creating recruitment materials, interview guides, and candidate evaluation tools to support effective hiring.
• Managing relationships with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely staffing solutions.
• Designing, implementing, and monitoring recruitment processes, procedures, and metrics with attention to detail.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with all recruitment and onboarding documentation.
• Developing, tracking, analyzing, and reporting recruitment metrics to drive strategic and operational improvements.
• Promoting hiring practices that foster inclusive recruitment processes.
• Delivering an exceptional candidate and hiring manager experience.
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, with diverse audiences.
• Prioritizing and managing multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Hybrid role with 3 in-office days; however, as a manager, on-site presence is prioritized to lead, meet, and build relationships across Valley Metro worksites.

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to visit work sites and attend meetings; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of the physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

Valley Metro is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.