Employee Relations Compliance Officer - Human Resources

Pima County; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Retirement plans

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Pima County in Tucson, AZ is seeking an Employee Relations Compliance Officer to promote compliant employment practices and support fair, respectful workplaces across a diverse public service organization.

The role involves handling complaints, investigations, training, and testimony when needed, with a focus on applying Merit System Rules and Administrative Procedures within the county's policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of professional HR experience OR five years with Pima County performing HR responsibilities.
• Experience interpreting employment laws and applying policies.
• Experience writing reports and providing coaching and training to supervisors and managers.

Responsibilities

• Documents complaints, witness statements, and collects relevant evidence.
• Conducts investigations into allegations of misconduct, discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
• Prepares confidential reports on investigation results and analyzes evidence.
• Participates in creating and presenting training for employees and management.
• Interprets and applies employment laws, rules, and policies in the workplace.
• Provides coaching and feedback to employees and management on performance and workplace culture.
• May testify on behalf of the County in litigation.

Skills

Investigations

Employment law interpretation

Coaching and training

Report writing

Confidentiality

Discipline and performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/HR/public admin/counseling/industrial psychology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary Department - Human Resources Job Description OPEN UNTIL FILLED Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5410 - Employee Relations Compliance Officer Salary Grade: 15 Pay Range Hiring Range: $72,009 - $86,403 Annually Pay Range: $72,009 - $100,817 Annually Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position. The first review of applications will be on 08/21/2026.

Are you passionate about fostering respectful workplaces and helping organizations navigate complex employee relations issues? The Human Resources Department at Pima County is seeking an Employee Relations Compliance Officer to serve as a trusted resource for employees, supervisors, and County leadership. In this role, you'll help strengthen workplace culture by promoting compliance, resolving workplace concerns, and supporting fair and consistent employment practices across a diverse public service organization.

Essential Functions

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Documents complaints, witness statements, and collects relevant evidence;


• Conducts formal and informal investigations into allegations of employee misconduct, unfair treatment, workplace discrimination, harassment or retaliation, and grievances alleging misinterpretation, misapplication or unequal enforcement of County Merit System Rules, Personnel Policies, Board of Supervisors Policies or Administrative Procedures;


• Prepares confidential and sensitive reports on the results of investigations, identifies allegations, analyzes evidence, and identifies violations of County directives;


• Participates in creating and/or presenting training for employees and management;


• Assists with Merit System Commission/Law Enforcement Merit System Council hearings/meetings, on a case-by-case basis, to provide testimony on behalf of the County and rule/policy interpretation;


• Accurately interprets and applies employment laws, Merit System Rules, Personnel Policies, Board of Supervisors Policies, and Administrative Procedures in the workplace;


• Provides coaching, guidance and feedback to employees, departments, and management in the areas of job performance, performance management, progressive discipline, and workplace culture;


• Maintains required security and confidentiality of all information created and/or encountered during the course of assigned duties;


• May testify on behalf of the County in litigation.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business, management, human resources, public administration, counseling, industrial psychology or a related field as defined by the Appointing Authority at the time of recruitment AND two years of professional level human resources, to include interpreting and applying employment laws, rules and policies, conducting investigations and writing reports, providing coaching and training to line supervisors and managers, reviewing/drafting disciplinary documents, and/or working within an employee merit system. (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted).

OR: Five years of experience with Pima County in a classification performing professional level human resources responsibilities to include routinely and accurately applying rule and policy interpretations, basic application of human resources practices and principles, providing guidance/feedback to staff on workplace culture, disciplinary processes, performance management, and document reviews. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the \"Education\" and \"Work Experience\" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write \"see resume\" on your application.

Preferred Qualifications

(Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.): Experience conducting confidential and sensitive investigations (to include performing complaint intake and triage; identifying relevant witnesses; leading/performing in-person investigative interviews; identifying, collecting and analyzing relevant evidence). Experience interpreting and applying employment-related federal regulations, state statutes, administrative rules, and internal organizational policies/procedures in the workplace. Experience in writing reports and/or EEOC Position Statements, identifying outstanding issues, applying relevant rules, and conducting an analysis which results in a conclusive determination. Experience with EEOC compliance-related components such as providing interpretation, coaching, direction, and training to management and employees.

Selection Procedure

Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a referral list provided by Human Resources. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services' review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.

Special Notice Items

The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County. Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Action Activity - bending, kneeling, reaching, squatting and stooping; Motion Activity - simple and firm grasping and fine movement; Hearing Activity - none; Speaking Activity - in person and on the phone; Vision - may be required to operate a motor vehicle.

Working Conditions

Working conditions will be determined by the position.

EEO Information

Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits and Work Environment

Pima County stands out as an exceptional workplace, offering a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and personal satisfaction. As one of the largest employers in the region, Pima County prioritizes its commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique contributions of each employee. Embracing innovation and collaboration, Pima County provides multiple opportunities in which individuals can make a meaningful impact on their community. One of the key advantages of working for Pima County is its comprehensive benefits package. Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security. Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being. Furthermore, Pima County takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs. In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

By joining Pima County, individuals become part of a dedicated team working towards a common goal: enhancing the quality of life for residents and building a vibrant future. Pima County is not just an employer; it's a community that values its employees, encourages their growth, and invests in their success.