HR MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick days, 10 holidays

Parental leave

Insurance plan

Retirement program

Deferred compensation

Credit union membership

Wellness program

Public transportation subsidy

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a qualified HR Management Support Specialist to provide executive-level administrative support to the CHRO and Deputy CHRO. This role requires discretion, strong judgment, and exceptional attention to detail to maintain efficient operations.

Responsibilities include preparing HR reports, managing high-level projects, coordinating between units, and tracking HR services.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience providing high level HR Administrative Support to an Administrator/Manager
• Knowledge of ADCRR policies and procedures and ADCRR Department Orders
• Experience with reporting HR metrics and managing high level projects

Responsibilities

• Gathers, analyzes and prepares reports on HR metrics
• Manages high level projects, special assignments and develops and maintains HR procedures
• Coordinates work projects, administrative matters and response between units and divisions
• Prepares HR reports and proposals and exercises discretion and independent judgment within ADCRR policies and procedures
• Provides administrative support to the Deputy CHRO and CHRO
• Responsible for tracking HR administrative services
• Manages department budget by maintaining accurate accounting records, processing purchase orders and streamlining procurement activities
• Serves as the ADCRR Travel Reduction Coordinator
• Serves as the Property Manager to track, process and record all capital property
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Prioritizing & tasking

Problem solving

Customer service

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal relationships

Time management

Research

Independent thinking

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS,
REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.
The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

HR MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST (HR Analyst Intermediate)

Job Location:

Address:

HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION
701 East Jefferson St.
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
https://corrections.az.gov/

Posting Details:

• Salary: $66,000.00
• Grade: 20
• Closing Date: 09/15/2026

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a qualified, highly organized Human Resources Management Support Specialist to provide executive-level administrative support to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Deputy CHRO. The ideal candidate is a proactive professional who demonstrates strong initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to independently maintain efficient operations. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, discretion when handling confidential matters, and effective administrative problem-solving. Strong organizational skills, analytical capabilities, and a commitment to customer service are essential for success in this role.

Job Duties:

• Gathers, analyzes and prepares reports on HR metrics
• Manages high level projects, special assignments and develops and maintains HR procedures
• Coordinates work projects, administrative matters and response between units and divisions
• Prepares HR reports and proposals and exercises discretion and independent judgment within ADCRR policies and procedures, Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) and ADCRR Department Orders as related to HR functions
• Provides administrative support to the Deputy CHRO and CHRO
• Responsible for tracking HR administrative services
• Manages department budget by maintaining accurate accounting records, processing purchase orders and streamlining procurement activities
• Serves as the ADCRR Travel Reduction Coordinator
• Serves as the Property Manager to track, process and record all capital property
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• ADCRR policies and procedures and ADCRR Department Orders
• AZ360
• Arizona Procurement Portal Statewide purchasing system and Arizona Financial Information System
• FMLA rules and procedures and project management and process improvement
• Google Suites
• General understanding of mathematical calculations

Skill in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Prioritizing and completing tasks
• Problem-solving, process improvement
• Customer service
• Organizational Skills
• Mathematical and analytical
• Interpersonal relationships
• Time management and training
• Research
• Independent thinking

Ability to:

• Identify shifting priorities and adheres to deadlines
• Fact find by performing effective and efficient research
• Identifies discrepancies and formulates a solution and makes recommendations
• Professionally interact with management, agency/state personnel and the public effectively
• Collect data and analyze complex quality and process issues
• Professionally interact with management, agency/state personnel and the public effectively
• Streamline processes for continued and effective improvement
• Initiate/manage/track multiple on-going projects/duties
• Learn, interpret and apply ADCRR Department orders, policies and procedures
• Access and utilize a multitude of computer software
• Provide guidance and expertise when needed
• Maintain confidential information

Selective Preference(s):

Two (2) years experience providing high level HR Administrative Support to an Administrator/Manager

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.

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 are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

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

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

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 [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.