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Human Resources Generalist

Maricopa Community College District, Chandler, AZ, United States



Human Resources Generalist

Job ID:

322546
Location:

Chandler-Gilbert Comm College
Full/Part Time:

Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$52,525.00 - $68,282.00/annually, DOE

Grade

114

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-

creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom.

Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County.

Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of

benefits and perks

available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
20 Paid Observed Holidays
Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension , including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
Annual Professional Development Funding
Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:
District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

Pre-Retirement Planning Events
Qualifying Employer for

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

(potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

A Human Resources Generalist is responsible for supporting a wide range of HR functions with a primary focus on recruitment. This role requires a highly organized, task-oriented professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities and collaborate with various departments across the campus. The HR Generalist coordinates recruitment activities from posting to onboarding, ensures a positive candidate experience, and provides timely, accurate guidance on a variety of HR-related inquiries. Success in this role depends on strong multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

Recruitment & Candidate Experience (50%)

Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, applicant screening, interview scheduling, and onboarding support.
Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure timely, efficient hiring processes.
Deliver a positive and professional candidate experience through consistent communication and follow-up.
Maintain accurate recruitment records and applicant tracking data.

HR Support & Employee/Faculty Relations (20%)

Serve as a primary point of contact for employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors.
Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring consistent and accurate information.
Triage and prioritize inquiries, referring complex or sensitive matters to appropriate HR staff as needed.
Collaborate with departments across campus to support HR initiatives and resolve personnel-related issues.
Assist in fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment.

HR Operations, Compliance & Team Support (20%)

Support the HR team with tracking, documentation, and reporting of HR activities and metrics.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as organizational policies.
Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee records and HR systems.
Contribute to process improvements and organizational efficiency within the HR function.

Performs other duties as assigned. (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and two (2) years of full-time equivalent work experience in one or more areas of human resources. Some assignments may require experience in a specific area of human resources work due to the nature of the intended responsibilities.

OR

An equivalent combination of the education and/or experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
Two (2) or more years of professional Human Resources experience with increasing responsibility across HR functions.
Experience supporting full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and/or Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP).
Experience interpreting HR policies, responding to employee inquiries, and supporting compliance with employment laws and regulations.
One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

**** Experience within other community college systems or higher education institutions is valued and may be considered in addition to MCCCD experience. External candidates are encouraged to apply.

Special Working Conditions

May be required to work at multiple sites or locations.

How to Apply

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials

will not

be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history

will not

be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.

Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or

Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked)

Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Close Date

Apply on or before

May 04, 2026

to be considered.

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.

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