Arizona Department of Economic Security
HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST
Arizona Department of Economic Security, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
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Human Resources Generalist Job Location: Division of Child Support Services (DCSS), 1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. Salary: $40,495.73 – $53,000.06. Grade: 20. Closing Date: January 4 2026.
Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and highly‑motivated Human Resources Generalist to join our team at the Division of Child Support Services. This role may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based on business needs and performance measures.
Job Duties
Assisting with functions in all areas within Human Resources, including Talent Acquisition, Operations and Employee Relations.
Maintaining a thorough understanding of employment regulations, trends and practices and legislation related to the area of assignment.
Collaborating with hiring managers to develop and execute staffing plans and activities to hire qualified individuals.
Composing job announcements, advertising and preparing requisitions in the system.
Participating on panels or proctoring testing/skill assessments when needed.
Providing guidance and direction to management, while adhering to background check, clearance card policy and reference check policies.
Conferring with the Division position control specialist to confirm vacant position numbers are in the proper classification and ensuring that staffing efforts maintain established headcount.
Attending job fairs in cooperation with HR Staffing for recruitment of vacant positions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Current principles, practices and methods used in the administration of an HR program.
Federal and state employment laws, statutes, rules and regulations, agency policies, rules and regulations.
Department Personnel Policies and Procedures applicable to strategies for filling hard‑to‑fill positions.
Diverse sourcing methods, trends and best practice guidelines for the selection process.
Skills
Communicating effectively using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Developing and maintaining a pool of qualified candidates for both new and future positions.
Problem‑solving, interviewing, fact‑finding, researching, collecting, and analyzing data and reports.
Interpreting policies and procedures.
Interpersonal relationships and diplomacy in dealing with the public and customers.
Abilities
Provide professional customer service to both hiring managers and applicants.
Listen attentively to customer needs and provide appropriate and timely responses.
Work independently, respond to inquiries and provide guidance, prioritize and manage workflow.
Selective Preferences
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a closely related field and two (2) years’ experience as a Human Resources Analyst or equivalent. Relevant HR certification is a plus.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
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.
Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
If 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.
All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
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 and employee development opportunities.
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance.
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 lifelong income upon retirement. Employees may also participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program.
Seniority Level, Employment Type, Job Function & Industry Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Other. Job function: Human Resources. Industry: Government Administration.
Contact Us For questions about this opportunity, please contact Jeremy Einwalter at (480) 640‑8919 or JEinwalter@azdes.gov.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 calling (602) 542‑8900. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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Human Resources Generalist Job Location: Division of Child Support Services (DCSS), 1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007. Salary: $40,495.73 – $53,000.06. Grade: 20. Closing Date: January 4 2026.
Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and highly‑motivated Human Resources Generalist to join our team at the Division of Child Support Services. This role may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based on business needs and performance measures.
Job Duties
Assisting with functions in all areas within Human Resources, including Talent Acquisition, Operations and Employee Relations.
Maintaining a thorough understanding of employment regulations, trends and practices and legislation related to the area of assignment.
Collaborating with hiring managers to develop and execute staffing plans and activities to hire qualified individuals.
Composing job announcements, advertising and preparing requisitions in the system.
Participating on panels or proctoring testing/skill assessments when needed.
Providing guidance and direction to management, while adhering to background check, clearance card policy and reference check policies.
Conferring with the Division position control specialist to confirm vacant position numbers are in the proper classification and ensuring that staffing efforts maintain established headcount.
Attending job fairs in cooperation with HR Staffing for recruitment of vacant positions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)
Current principles, practices and methods used in the administration of an HR program.
Federal and state employment laws, statutes, rules and regulations, agency policies, rules and regulations.
Department Personnel Policies and Procedures applicable to strategies for filling hard‑to‑fill positions.
Diverse sourcing methods, trends and best practice guidelines for the selection process.
Skills
Communicating effectively using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Developing and maintaining a pool of qualified candidates for both new and future positions.
Problem‑solving, interviewing, fact‑finding, researching, collecting, and analyzing data and reports.
Interpreting policies and procedures.
Interpersonal relationships and diplomacy in dealing with the public and customers.
Abilities
Provide professional customer service to both hiring managers and applicants.
Listen attentively to customer needs and provide appropriate and timely responses.
Work independently, respond to inquiries and provide guidance, prioritize and manage workflow.
Selective Preferences
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a closely related field and two (2) years’ experience as a Human Resources Analyst or equivalent. Relevant HR certification is a plus.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
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.
Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
If 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.
All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits
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 and employee development opportunities.
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance.
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 lifelong income upon retirement. Employees may also participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program.
Seniority Level, Employment Type, Job Function & Industry Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Other. Job function: Human Resources. Industry: Government Administration.
Contact Us For questions about this opportunity, please contact Jeremy Einwalter at (480) 640‑8919 or JEinwalter@azdes.gov.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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 calling (602) 542‑8900. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.
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