• Assistant Director, Talent Acquisition

    Massachusetts Port Authority (East Boston, MA)


    Assistant Director, Talent Acquisition

     

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    Assistant Director, Talent Acquisition

     

    Location

     

    East Boston, MA

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-Time

     

    Job Number

    FY2026-00001

    Department

     

    Human Resources

     

    Opening Date

     

    07/02/2025

     

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    + Benefits

    ABOUT US

    The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy.

     

    Massport Human Resources is dedicated to fostering a workplace culture of excellence, inclusivity, and continuous growth while driving business success. Our mission is to support the organization’s goals by strategically aligning our people with our vision, attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, and ensuring equity, fairness, and compliance across all employment practices. We are committed to delivering innovative approaches that empower employees to reach their fullest potential and contribute to Massport’s overall success. Through data-driven decision-making, collaboration, and alignment with our core values, we strive to create an environment where employees feel valued, engaged, and motivated to make a meaningful impact on our community and the world. By cultivating a workplace that supports growth, impact, and purpose, we continue to strengthen Massport’s position as a leading destination for top talent.

    ABOUT YOU

    As Assistant Director, Talent Acquisition, you are a strategic, collaborative leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and future-ready workforces. You bring sharp analytical thinking, creativity, and a deep understanding of talent to everything you do - from enhancing recruitment operations to strengthening total rewards and the employer brand. You lead with purpose, develop others through coaching and clear expectations, and partner across the organization to deliver inclusive, data-informed hiring strategies that meet both immediate and long-term workforce needs.

    What you will do:

    + Develop and execute culture-focused, data-informed talent strategies aligned with workforce planning, market trends, and organizational goals.

    + Oversee daily recruiting operations, driving team performance through coaching, goal-setting, and continuous improvement.

    + Strengthen Massport’s employer brand and EVP by integrating Total Rewards into recruitment efforts to ensure equitable, compelling candidate experiences.

    + Build strong talent pipelines and apply recruitment metrics to refine practices and support future workforce needs.

    WHAT YOU OFFER

    + Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field required.

    + 7+ years of progressive talent acquisition experience, including 2-3 years managing a recruitment team and aligning strategies with organizational goals.

    + Experience with compensation practices - such as benchmarking, job classification, and offer coordination - with working knowledge of broader Total Rewards concepts including benefits and wellness offerings.

    + Proficiency in recruitment marketing, data-driven hiring, inclusive recruiting, and predictive hiring metrics; strong leadership, project management, and analytical skills.

    *Click here for detailed job description (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2025-07/Massport-Job-Description-Assistant-Director-Talent-Acquisition-7-2-25.pdf)

    WHAT WE OFFER

    Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. .

    What we believe in :

    Work/life balanceSupporting the people and businesses of New England

    A supportive and inclusive cultureAchieving results and having positive impact

     

    Opportunities for growthBeing good neighbors in the communities we serve

     

    Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environmentProtecting the environment

     

    *Click here for information on our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages. (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/HR-Benefits-One-Sheet.pdf)

     

    We're a world-class organization of people moving people and goods--connecting Massachusetts and New England to the world safely, securely, and efficiently, with a commitment to sustainability, our neighboring communities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

     

    We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.

    We provide comprehensive compensation and benefits packages*:

    • Health, dental, vision, life insurance

    • Disability insurance

    • Flexible work arrangements

    • Vacation time, sick time, personal days

    • 12 Holidays per year

    • Massport Retirement Plan (Pension)

    • Deferred Compensation Plan (457b) with employer match

    • SMART Plan retirement plan advisor/financial planning

    • Discounted MBTA passes

    • Public service loan forgiveness program for federal student loans

    • Professional development programs

    • Mentorship program

    • Adoption assistance

    • Paid parental leave

    • Employee assistance program

    • Employee recognition programs

    • Employee resource groups

    • Flexible spending accounts

    • Wellness programs

    • Community engagement

    • Volunteer opportunities

    • On-site employee parking

    • Bike racks

    • Electric car charging stations

    • Mother's suite for new/nursing mothers

    *Benefits may vary by position and/or location.

     

    For more information, please visit www.massport.com.

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.

     

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    Employer

     

    Massachusetts Port Authority

     

    Address

     

    One Harborside Drive, Suite 200S East Boston, Massachusetts, 02128-2909

     

    Phone

     

    617-568-3900

     

    Website

     

    http://www.massport.com

     

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