Human Resources Business Partner

Maricopa; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Healthcare

Child care benefits

Paid vacation/sick time/parental leave

Wellness program

ASRS retirement plan

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to provide hands-on generalist support across departments and collaborate with a team of HR professionals. The role covers employee relations, payroll, recruitment, leadership development, and process improvement in a dynamic government environment.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field with professional HR experience; SHRM/HRCI/IPMA-HR certification is valued.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional-level HR experience in one or more HR functional areas such as recruitment, payroll, employee relations, or HRIS.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, HR Management, Public or Business Administration, or related field.
• Certification such as SHRM, HRCI, or IPMA-HR is valued and may substitute for some education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Consults with supervisors and managers to assess HR needs and provide guidance on performance, discipline, and leaves.
• Conducts workplace investigations using data analysis and HRIS reports to support findings with legal counsel as appropriate.
• Develops and implements recruitment and talent acquisition strategies across departments.
• Assists with compensation analysis, wage offers, and market reviews in collaboration with County leadership.
• Provides training and guidance on HR policies, ADA, FMLA, and other employment laws.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

SHRM/HRCI/IPMA-HR Certification

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner# Maricopa County Careers## Human Resources Business PartnerApply: 2801 W Durango St, Phoenix, AZ 85009: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: September 21, 2026 (1 day left to apply): JR25879**Posting Date**09/18/26**Application Deadline**09/20/26**Pay Range**$65,000 - $104,500 annually Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.**Job Type**Unclassified**Department**Human Resources**About the Position**Ready for your next adventure in Human Resources? If you thrive in ambiguity, excel at building relationships, and have a natural eye for improving processes, this may be the opportunity for you!As our Human Resources Business Partner, you’ll provide hands-on generalist support to your assigned departments while working closely with a collaborative team of HR professionals. No two days will look quite the same. You’ll partner with your HR teammates, employees, and leaders to tackle a wide variety of HR matters, including employee relations, ADA and FMLA, recruitment, payroll, leadership development, and process improvement, just to name a few.We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, resourceful, team-oriented, and comfortable navigating complex or evolving situations. If you enjoy variety, solving problems, collaborating with other HR professionals, and building strong partnerships with the departments you support, apply today!**About Us**We lead. We innovate. We make government better!Our HR professionals are committed to collaborating with County leadership, employees, and citizens to create a work environment characterized by trust, integrity, and innovation. We understand that people are more than professionals, which is why we strive to help our employees maximize their full potential both in life and the workplace. Our work culture seeks to enrich our employees' lives through additional education, benefits, wellness, and employment. We lead the way with outside-the-box solutions while providing best-in-class HR service.We are Maricopa County Human Resources, transforming government jobs to feel like anything but government.**Proud to Offer*** Work with a greater purpose* Tuition reimbursement* Exceptional work-life balance* Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County* Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents* Child care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families* Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave* Extensive wellness program, including an incentive* Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1* Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ**We Require*** Two years of professional-level Human Resources experience in one or more of the following functional areas: Recruitment/Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Classification and Compensation, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Learning and Organizational Development, HR Compliance, and/or Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Human Resources Management, Personnel Management, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field* Additional professional-level Human Resources experience may substitute for the minimum education requirement on a year-for-year basis**We Also Value*** Experience in employee relations, recruitment and selection, and HR best practices* Experience providing consultative guidance and recommendations on Human Resources matters* HRCI, SHRM, or IPMA-HR Certification**Job Contributions*** Consults with supervisors and managers to assess Human Resources needs, interpret and apply personnel laws, policies, and procedures, evaluate options, and provide guidance and recommendations on employee performance, employee relations, discipline, leave, grievances, and other personnel matters* Conducts complex workplace investigations using research, data analysis, and technology-based resources to gather, analyze, and reconcile evidence from multiple sources; interprets system-generated reports and electronic records, identifies trends and inconsistencies, and develops fact-based findings in partnership with legal counsel as appropriate* Provides guidance and counsel on complex employee relations matters; interprets and applies Human Resources laws, policies, and procedures; and develops recommendations for corrective action, discipline, and other resolutions to promote consistent personnel practices* Develops and implements recruitment and talent acquisition strategies, including identifying candidate sources and partnering with management throughout the recruitment, interview, and selection process* Researches and analyzes Human Resources data and issues, prepares reports and written correspondence, interprets findings, develops recommendations, and develops, implements, and improves HR programs, processes, and procedures* Works with management and employees to support compliance with applicable employment laws and requirements, including the ADA, FLSA, FMLA, ADEA, and other applicable requirements* Researches and assists with responses to EEOC charges, unemployment claims, Merit System appeals, and other employment-related matters.* Partners with County Compensation and management regarding wage offers, salary advancements, market reviews, staffing needs, position utilization, and other compensation or workforce matters* Designs, develops, and delivers Human Resources training and presentations to management and staff**Working Conditions*** Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions* Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree* Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon**Selection Procedure*** Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications* Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile* Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.