HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Arizona Department of Administration; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 68,176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and healthcare benefits

Sick leave and vacation

Retirement plan

Job summary

Arizona Department of Veterans' Services in Tucson seeks an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join a mission-driven team serving veterans and their families. You will interpret HR policies, manage onboarding, benefits, and HRIS processes to support state employees.

This role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration; you will lead orientation, respond to inquiries, and contribute to continuous improvement through the Arizona Management System while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Public personnel administration
• Federal and state laws related to HR
• Recruitment processes and interviewing techniques
• HRIS and personnel systems

Responsibilities

• Interprets and applies State Personnel System policies and procedures
• Handles onboarding and 1-9 verification
• Prepares personnel action forms
• Enters new hires, promotions, demotions, salary changes into AZ360
• Manages benefits and leave processes
• Reviews FMLA requests and workers' compensation
• Prepares disciplinary action letters and performance improvement plans
• Attends meetings and trainings relevant to area of assignment

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Rule interpretation

Microsoft Office

Organization

Independent judgment

Tools

AZ360

HRIS

Recruitment applications

Performance management

G Suite

Job description

DEPT OF VETERANS SERVICES

For Veterans and those who care for them.

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST/TUCSON

Job Location:

555 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, Arizona 85713

Salary:

$22.00 to $23.7930 hourly (DOE)

Grade:

20

Closing Date:

September 29, 2026

Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so that they can thrive for a lifetime!

We are looking for an outstanding Human Resources (HR) Generalist.

Your rewards:

• Incomparable Benefits: Our program provides the opportunity to receive a pension and healthcare benefits for a lifetime!
• Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly enhance the lives of veterans and their family members, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve.
• Professional Growth: You will have the opportunity to engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS).

Your contribution:

• Outstanding Service: Provide the world class assistance to veterans to improve their quality of life
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
• Team Collaboration: Work with other professionals using your expertise while improving your knowledge, skills, and abilities

Job Duties:

• Interprets and applies State Personnel System Personnel Rules and policies and procedures
• Handles the onboarding and 1-9 verification process
• Prepares personnel action forms
• Enter new hires, promotions, demotions, salary changes, etc. into AZ360
• Manages access to and support for learning management program
• Conducts new hire orientation, personnel file reviews, and responds to a wide variety of personnel inquiries
• Manages benefits, including initial enrollment, open enrollment and qualified life changes; manages leaves of absence, leave tracking and leave without pay (LWOP)
• Reviews FMLA requests and certification forms, donated annual leave and worker's compensation
• Reviews disciplinary action requests and documentation
• Researches employee relations file to determine any prior disciplinary action and recommends level of discipline
• Prepares disciplinary action letters, memos, and performance improvement plans for HR manager review and approval
• Attends meetings and trainings relevant to area of assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Public personnel administration
• Federal and State laws pertinent to area of assignment
• Recruitment processes and procedures
• Interviewing techniques
• Personnel systems (AZ360), including HRIS, recruitment applications and performance management programs

Skill in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Interpreting and applying rules, policies, procedures, and laws
• Using a personal computer and associated programs (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite)
• Organization and time management
• Exercising independent judgment

Ability to:

• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Work independently and as a part of a team
• Develop/revise policies and procedures
• Analyze and solve problems
• Travel on State business

Selective Preference(s):

One year of experience in HR or any combination of work experience/education that meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position

Pre-Employment Requirements:

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11).

Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last 6 months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis. Must be able to obtain and retain a valid Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Please note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office at [e-mail] for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Advertised:

22 Sep 2026 US Mountain Standard Time

Applications close:

29 Sep 2026 US Mountain Standard Time