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Human Rights Advocacy Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

HR Business Partner (Bilingual)

Tempe, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Identify, communicate, and resolve employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with ... rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all ...

HR Advisor (Bilingual)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Identify, communicate, and resolve employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with ... rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all ...

HR Business Partner (Bilingual)

Tempe, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Identify, communicate, and resolve employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with ... rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all ...

HR Advisor (Bilingual)

Tempe, AZ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Identify, communicate, and resolve employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with ... rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all ...

Patient Advocate - FT Days

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Educates patients and families about their rights, responsibilities, and available resources to ... Qualifications * 1-2 years of experience in patient advocacy or a healthcare support role ...

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Immigration Attorney Passionate about Fighting for Community Members

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you willing to take on removal defense cases and provide zealous advocacy despite often ... migrant and human rights. They understand many clients are facing difficult and challenging ...

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Immigration Attorney Passionate about Fighting for Community Members

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Are you willing to take on removal defense cases and provide zealous advocacy despite often ... migrant and human rights. They understand many clients are facing difficult and challenging ...

Caregiver

Coolidge, AZ · On-site

$41K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to ... Human rights. * Providing personal care. * Planning processes. * Basic cooking. Skills In: * Using ...

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How much do human rights advocacy jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for human rights advocacy in Arizona is $24.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.04 and $26.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in human rights advocacy?

To thrive in Human Rights Advocacy, a strong background in law, social sciences, or international relations, along with experience in research and policy analysis, is essential. Familiarity with case management systems, legal research tools, and certifications such as CIPP (Certified Information Privacy Professional) or relevant human rights courses can be beneficial. Exceptional interpersonal, cross-cultural communication, and negotiation skills help advocates build trust and mobilize support across diverse groups. These abilities are crucial for effectively promoting human rights, influencing policy, and supporting vulnerable populations in complex environments.

What are some typical challenges faced in human rights advocacy?

Professionals in Human Rights Advocacy often face challenges such as navigating complex legal frameworks, managing sensitive information, and confronting emotionally charged cases involving vulnerable populations. They may encounter resistance from institutions or communities, which requires resilience and strategic communication. Balancing advocacy, research, and public outreach is a regular part of the job, and collaborating with legal teams, NGOs, and government agencies is common to create impactful change. While challenging, the role offers significant personal and professional growth for individuals passionate about justice and human rights.

What is human rights advocacy?

A Human Rights Advocacy job involves promoting, protecting, and defending human rights through research, policy development, public awareness, and direct support for affected individuals or communities. Advocates work for NGOs, government agencies, or international organizations to address issues like discrimination, inequality, and human rights violations. Responsibilities may include lobbying for policy changes, conducting investigations, writing reports, and providing legal or humanitarian aid. The role requires strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to influence decision-makers and drive social change.

What job categories do people searching Human Rights Advocacy jobs in Arizona look for?

The top searched job categories for Human Rights Advocacy jobs in Arizona are:

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Human Rights Advocacy jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Human Rights Advocacy job openings:

Infographic showing various Human Rights Advocacy job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $50,326 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

HR Business Partner (Bilingual)

Waste Management

Tempe, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Waste Management rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 645 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 90 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Must be bilingual


I. Job Summary
As a member of the WM People organization. The Advisor, HR is tasked with providing tactical, responsive Human Resources support to individual contributors in assigned business units and/or functions. The position serves as the first point of contact and trusted advisor for employee relations issues and human resources policies and processes. The People advisor will champion, demonstrate and uphold WM Commitments & Values to foster an environment of trust, and employee engagement for a diverse workforce.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

  • Provides reliable and timely coaching and counseling to employees on issues to ensure consistent, transparent application of policies, procedures, and employments laws.
  • Identify, communicate, and resolve employee relations issues balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company policies and employment laws.
  • Serves as the local People point of contact supporting/delivering internal processes including Performance Management, New Hire Orientation and Exit interviews.
  • Conducts training on company policy, programs, and other issues as they arise.
  • Partners and participates with local team(s) on recruitment outreach efforts.
  • Serves as an active member of People related project teams as assigned.
  • Apprise and escalates potential legal, risk, safety, etc. concerns to the People Manager.


III. Qualifications 
A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Human Resources, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree
  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience
  • 2 years of related work experience (in addition to education requirement)
  • Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and


B. Preferred Qualifications 
 

  • Certified Human Recourses Professional (CHRP)


IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

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In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSAapproved alternative.


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