Hr Manager

Since its inception in 1915, the Arizona State Land Department has been entrusted with managing approximately 9.2 million acres of State Trust lands scattered throughout Arizona. The Common Schools (K-12) are the largest beneficiary entitled to approximately 87% of the land and receiving close to 90% of State Trust Land revenues. Through the application of sound stewardship, and effective business management principles, the Land Department can succeed in its mission of responsibly managing the assets of a multi-generational perpetual Trust in alignment with the interests of the beneficiaries and Arizona’s future. Are you ready to join us in our mission?
Please apply today!
For general information, visit our website: www.azland.gov
1110 West Washington, Suite 510 Phoenix, AZ 85007

HR MANAGER

1110 West Washington Street, Suite 510

Phoenix, AZ, 85007

Salary: $82,000 - $88,000 

Grade: 24

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

This position will serve in a strategic role reporting to the State Land Commissioner.

The HR Manager will perform professional level work of considerable difficultly leading and managing the day to day operations of all aspects of Human Resources including develop and administer agency policies and procedures as they relate to HR, staffing, recruiting, employees relations, benefits, EEO, ADA, FMLA, workers' compensation, discipline, operations, performance management, program administration and oversight of HRIS/AZ360 data entry.

The position provides guidance and makes recommendations on HR matters to all staff levels, including the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners, Chief Administrative Officer and Division Directors.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

• Responsible for all human resources matters, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, on-boarding new staff, record-keeping, personnel file maintenance, personnel grievances/employee relations, discipline, terminations, transfers, RIFs, salary adjustments, merit plans, position maintenance, classification and compensation, FMLA/ADA, overseeing performance management program, EEO complaint coordinator and providing benefit information to staff including enrollment guides, ASRS and EAP

• Areas of concentration include areas such as employee recognition, training and employee development, diversity/inclusion and special projects as directed by the Commissioner

• Participate as a strategic partner with Executive leadership to research, develop and implement HR policies and procedures approved by the Commissioner relating to Human Resources

• Provide strategic guidance and assistance to Commissioner concerning statewide and agency HR policy, Arizona State Personnel Rules and applicable state and federal laws

• Interface with educational institutions, organizations, and community groups to establish and maintain recruitment sources and/or for public relations purposes

• Perform a variety of related duties to support the Arizona State Land Department's strategic plan as it relates to the areas of Human Resources

• Research HR best practices and recommend changes to existing programs or establishment of new ones, as appropriate

Knowledge of:

• Concepts of strategic management, effective leadership principles, employee relations practices, recruitment, succession planning and continuous improvement

• General knowledge of procedures and rules governing other areas such as budgeting, procurement, IT, facilities, etc.

• Federal and state laws pertaining to Human Resources (FSLA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, OSHA, etc.)

• State of Arizona and ADOA policies, procedures, and rules relating to human resources

• Human Resources best practices

Skills in:

• Interacting with a variety of individuals at various levels of an organization

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Research, analysis and interpretation

• Coaching and counseling employees

• Project management

• Time management

Ability to:

• Interact with others in uncomfortable situations, ability to remain objective and to ensure that all parties are given an opportunity to present information relevant to a given situation

• Research, understand, apply, and explain federal and state laws, rules, policies, and procedures as they related to HR and other agency administrative functions

• Evaluate options and come to a sound recommendation that considers the agency's mission, goals and business needs

• Mediate conflict and facilitate mutually agreeable solutions

• Multi-task and prioritize

• The ideal candidate will possess several years of progressively responsible experience as an HR generalist, with experience in all major areas of Human Resources

• Prefer Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or public administration, or a related field. Appropriate work related experience at the managerial level may substitute for the education preferences

• Prefer nationally recognized HR management certification (Human Resources Certification Institute, Society for Human Resources Management, or International Public Management Association for Human Resources)

• If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. 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). Driver’s License Requirements.

• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

• By providing the option of a hybrid 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.

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans

• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years

• Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans

• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly

• Deferred compensation plan

• 10 paid holidays per year

• Wellness plans

• Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

• Participation is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria as defined in statute

• Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

• The current contribution rate is 12.27%

If you have trouble applying for this position, please email HRIShelpdesk@azdoa.gov for assistance.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting ASLD Human Resources at 602-542-2629. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.