HR Administrator: Strategic People Operations Lead

City of Mes; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mesa is seeking an experienced Human Resources Administrator to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the day-to-day activities of professional HR staff across recruitment, compensation, classification, EEO/AA, and ADA accommodations for designated departments.

Responsibilities include applying HR best practices, interpreting laws, leading citywide projects, and preparing sensitive management reports. A strong supervisory background and relevant degrees are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required, plus extensive professional HR management experience (5+ years).
• Minimum of one year lead/supervisory experience.
• Public sector HR experience preferred; Master's degree in HR or Public Administration and/or PHR/SHRM-CP certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, supervise recruitment and selection, compensation and classification, EEO/AA, ADA accommodations, and other HR issues for designated departments.
• Interpret and explain Personnel Rules and state/federal laws to department heads, staff, and applicants; formulate rules and policies; approve personnel transactions.
• Lead critical projects with Citywide impact; prepare comprehensive management reports; supervise paraprofessional staff engaged in HR functions.

Skills

Leadership experience

HR management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management

Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration

Master's degree in Human Resources or Public Administration

Job description

The City of Mesa is seeking an experienced Human Resources Administrator to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate the day-to-day activities of professional HR staff across recruitment, compensation, classification, EEO/AA, and ADA accommodations for designated departments.

Responsibilities include applying HR best practices, interpreting laws, leading citywide projects, and preparing sensitive management reports. A strong supervisory background and relevant degrees are essential.