Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS)
Human Resources Unit
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007
www.azdes.gov

Salary: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 12/13/2024

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 that 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, seeks an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Human Resources Supervisor. This position is responsible for managing Human Resources (HR) activities and functions. DAAS supports at-risk Arizonans to meet their basic needs and to live safely, with dignity and independence.

Under the direction of the division Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), the HR Supervisor will provide guidance and counsel to the managers, supervisors, and employees within the various Administrations in the division. This position will analyze data and prepare written reports on issues such as turnover, leave usage, tracking of Employee Relations actions and other information that would be valuable to management. This role will be responsible for day-to-day operations including HRIS data integrity, personnel actions and recruitment and selection.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (One (1) day per week in office/hoteling)

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.

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee and provide advice and counsel to division management and employees in matters of Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Classification and Compensation.
• Analyzing data and preparing written reports on issues such as turnover, leave usage, tracking of Employee Relations actions and recruitment.
• Conduct Employee Relations investigations and provide guidance to managers, supervisors, and employees.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies and review potential hires.
• Conduct scheduled meetings with direct report(s), as well as participate in meetings with division personnel when required.

Knowledge of:
• Federal and State laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to work assignment.
• Current principles, practices and methods used in the administration of an HR program to include: Heavy Employee Relations and Talent Acquisition.
• Recruitment and hiring best practices.
• Employee Relations, Progressive Discipline and investigative interviewing techniques and practices.

Skill in:
• Communicating effectively through oral and written mediums.
• Establishing priorities among conflicting needs.
• Preparing written reports and business correspondence.
• Analyzing data and reports.

Ability to:
• Be unbiased, objective, and thorough when working with employee relations issues or conducting investigations.
• Analyze specific problems and determine acceptable solutions.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and streamline work processes.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in relevant area with increased responsibility over time, requiring at least two (2) years specialized experience in area of assignment; Bachelor's degree in relevant field may substitute for two (2) years of specialized experience.
• Relevant Human Resources Certification.

• This position will require a current, valid Arizona driver’s license. This position requires 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).
• 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.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

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
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance

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 pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

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.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Margaret Guerra at (480) 601-1445 or email mguerra@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 Margaret Guerra at (480) 601-1445 or email mguerra@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.