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HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST SENIOR
Job No: 542136
Work Type: Full-time
Location: REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX
Categories: Human Resources
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
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DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.
HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST SENIOR
Job Location:
Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $47,563.57 to $60,746.40
Grade: 22
Closing Date: July 14, 2026
Job Summary:
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view 'Our DES' video. Come Join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as a Human Resources Analyst Senior. This position will be responsible for performing professional personnel work of considerable difficulty, serving as a lead analyst in multiple disciplines of Human Resources (HR). Providing technical advice to employees, supervisors and managers relating to recruitment (hiring process, promotions, status changes, etc.), classification and compensation, employee relations, and operation activities.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meetings of expected performance measures.
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Developing and implementing recruitment strategies, identifying qualified candidates and assisting in coordinating the interview process.
• Composing job announcements, advertising vacancies, reviewing resumes, and assisting hiring managers with the interview and selection process.
• Assisting and mentoring new and less experienced staff.
• Working with supervisors and managers in preparing PDs, completing and submiting required classification paperwork .
• Reviewing and analyzing positions to recommend appropriate classification and grade.
• Providing technical expertise to management on agency classification and compensation systems, issues, programs, strategies and services.
• Working directly with management/supervisors/employees to resolve Human Resource related general problems and questions.
• Conducting Employee Relations investigations, formulating recommendations, preparing and submitting investigation reports.
• Preparing related statistical and salary analysis and reports for management use in decision making process.
• Performing research and making recommendations to management based on state and department guidelines.
• Ensuring equity within Division adhering to ADOA Classification and Compensation guidelines.
• Managing performance review program including review, verification of data accuracy and program control.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
• Federal and state statutes, laws, and department rules, policies, and procedures relating to Human Resources
• Principles and practices of human resources management and benefits administration
• Developing and implementing recruitment strategies
• Principles of classification and compensation
• Human Resources Information Systems
Skills In:
• Oral and written communication
• Gathering, correlating and analyzing data
• Proper evaluation of applicant resumes and applications
• Researching, fact-finding, and using investigative practices and interviewing techniques when conducting investigations or for employee relations issues
• Developing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships
• Using a variety of computer software packages (e.g., Excel, Word, Visio, Adobe, PowerPoint, Google Suite, etc.)
Ability to:
• Write clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Comprehend, interpret and apply personnel statutes, rules, regulations and procedures
• Handle high volume staffing for hard-to-fill positions
• Analyze specific problem situations and determine acceptable solutions within the framework of laws, rules and regulations
• Multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced, performance driven environment
• Prioritize and plan
Selective Preference(s):
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or closely related field and 2 years experience as an Intermediate Human Resources Analyst or equivalent experience (i.e., progressively responsible human resources experience in staffing, employee relations and classification)
• OR 3 years as an Intermediate Human Resources Analyst. Two years additional year work experience substitutes for the degree.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• This position may require driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Alyssa Figueroa at alyssafigueroa@azdes.gov
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-653-9837 or alyssafigueroa@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
Advertised: 08 Jul 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Jul 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
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