30 people and recruiting jobs are open in Massachusetts, on employers' own career pages, from 14 employers. The three employers with the most openings are Harvard University, Datadog, Air Force Materiel Command and Department of the Air Force, with 15 of the 30. 47 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $60,217 to $129,045, with a median of $114,000. The places with the most are Boston, MA (12); Cambridge, MA (7); Hanscom AFB, MA (3). 7 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 30 days.
Massachusetts requires employers to list a pay range in many postings, so the pay figures here come from the employers' own ranges.
Applications here go through Greenhouse (30%), SmartRecruiters (27%), USAJOBS (23%), Workday (13%).
Open people and recruiting jobs
Datadog
Boston, MA · Posted Oct 16
Director, Recruiting Operations
$155,000 to $206,000 a year58% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this week
You will be a key player leading a team that supports a recruiting function of approximately 200 recruiters, sourcers, and coordinators.
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force
Hanscom AFB, MA · Posted Oct 13
Human Resources Specialist (Labor Relations Officer)- Direct Hire Authority
$101,375 to $156,715 a year13% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Labor Relations Officer for the Civilian Personnel Office providing guidance and assistance to…
U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command, Department of Defense
Boston, MA · Posted Oct 13
Human Resources Assistant (Military/Office Automation)
$46,137 to $59,978 a year53% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Phoenix, AZ and 17 more places · Posted Oct 13
Human Resources Assistant (Recruitment and Placement)
$40,736 to $73,796 a year50% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
The position uniquely specializes in the Recruitment and Placement discipline of HR.
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force
Hanscom AFB, MA · Posted Oct 9
HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT (MILITARY)
$46,137 to $74,297 a year47% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry levelFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a senior technician and perform a wide variety of both procedural and substantive clerical work supporting…
CrowdStrike
Remote · Posted Oct 5
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner (Remote)
$86,000 to $135,000 a yearSeen todayRemote
We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast past and energetic environment delivering exceptional candidate and client experience.
Datadog
Boston, MA · Posted Oct 2
Recruiting Coordinator
$49,000 to $65,000 a year50% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry level
This is a hands-on, delivery-first role where you'll actively manage your own scheduling requests while mastering our core tools and building strong…
Datadog
Boston, MA and 1 more place · Posted Sep 29
Recruiter II, Technical Solutions
$98,000 to $130,000 a yearSeen today
You will have the opportunity to shape, mold, and impact how fast we grow, the way we’re viewed, and the candidate experience.
Axon
Boston, MA · Posted Sep 17
Senior GTM Recruiter
$101,325 to $162,120 a year16% above the median listed hereSeen today
We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA · Posted Sep 16
Senior Coordinator, Recruitment and Employer Relations
$68,000 to $70,000 a year39% below the median listed hereSeen today
Reporting to the Associate Director for Recruitment and Employer Relations, this role owns the systems, logistics, data, and day-to-day partner communication…
Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force
Hanscom AFB, MA · Posted Aug 27
HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY
$101,375 to $156,715 a year13% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 53 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
The primary purpose of this position is to advise the Installation Commander in the administration of the authority to appoint, classify, promote, reassign,…
Tenstorrent
Austin, TX and 3 more places · Posted Aug 26
Early Talent Recruiter
$100,000 to $500,000 a year163% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 54 days
We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.
Datadog
Boston, MA and 1 more place · Posted May 18
Recruiter, GTM
$98,000 to $130,000 a yearSeen todayOpen 153 days
You will have the opportunity to shape, mold, and impact how fast we grow, the way we’re viewed, and the candidate experience.
Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals
Lexington, MA · Posted Apr 28
VP, Human Resources
$310,000 to $345,000 a year187% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 173 days
This role is based in our Lexington office and requires an onsite presence five days per week to support our commitment to seamless partnership, timely…
Department of the Air Force Headquarters, Department of the Air Force
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Mar 30
Human Resources
$22,584 to $164,301 a year18% below the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 203 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA).
Axon
Boston, MA · Posted Mar 26
Corporate Operations Recruiter
$85,000 to $136,000 a yearSeen todayOpen 206 days
We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Department of the Air Force Headquarters, Department of the Air Force
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Mar 17
Human Resources Specialist
$22,584 to $164,301 a year18% below the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 216 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA).
People and recruiting jobs by place in Massachusetts
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 12 |
| Cambridge, MA | 7 |
| Hanscom AFB, MA | 3 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 2 |
| Austin, TX | 1 |
| Framingham, MA | 1 |
| Lexington, MA | 1 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1 |
Who is hiring people and recruiting in Massachusetts
| Employer | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Harvard University | 8 |
| Datadog | 4 |
| Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force | 3 |
| Axon | 3 |
| Department of the Air Force Headquarters, Department of the Air Force | 2 |
| TEKsystems | 2 |
| AstraZeneca | 1 |
| CrowdStrike | 1 |
Counts are open postings on each employer's own career page. Staffing firms and job boards are left out.
How to apply
- Open the job from the list and read the requirements and the pay line.
- Check what the posting asks you to bring (resume, cover letter, questions).
- Apply on the employer's site.
- Keep a note of where you applied.
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How many people and recruiting jobs are open in Massachusetts?
30 on Oct 18, 2026, from 14 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Massachusetts are most people and recruiting jobs?
Boston, MA (12); Cambridge, MA (7); Hanscom AFB, MA (3).
Do people and recruiting jobs in Massachusetts pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $114,000; across the US it is $112,500. Both come from postings that state pay, and a listed range is the employer's budget, not an offer.
Does Massachusetts require pay ranges in postings?
Yes, for many employers, those with 25 or more employees (in force 2025-10-29). Source: Chapter 149 Section 105F, AG guidance.
How much do people and recruiting jobs in Massachusetts pay?
47 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $114,000 and the middle half runs from $60,217 to $129,045. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer. Massachusetts requires employers to list a range in many postings.
Which employers are hiring people and recruiting in Massachusetts?
The employers with the most openings are Harvard University (8), Datadog (4), Air Force Materiel Command, Department of the Air Force (3). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 30 days, and 27 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
Each job links to the employer's own application page. Open the posting, read the requirements and apply there. If you want a score for how well your resume matches a job, create a free Second Summit account and we score it with the reasons.
Where does this list come from?
We read employers' own career pages and USAJOBS. We do not list jobs from job boards or search services, and we do not estimate pay.
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Federal jobs from USAJOBS, retrieved Oct 18, 2026. Second Summit is not operated, sponsored or endorsed by OPM.