DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES

Address:  501 N. 24th Street. Phoenix, AZ 85008

Salary: Up to $106,000 

Grade: 26

Closing Date: Open until Filled (1st review of resumes November 21, 2024)

The purpose of this human resources (HR) role is to be a strategic partner and member of the Arizona State Hospital (ASH) Executive Management Team. This position provides leadership and support to the ASH and reports directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) but also has accountability to the ASH Chief Executive Officer. This position will be an integral part of all strategic agency HR initiatives., providing an executive-level review to ensure the needs of the ASH are presented and considered in line with agency goals and objectives. This position will provide consultation to the CHRO and Deputy CHRO and guidance to ADHS ASH management and employees with regard to federal and state employment laws. Personnel Rules, statewide and agency HR policies and procedures, and other HR-related functions. Will participate in the establishment of guidelines and policies. This position may provide direct and/or indirect oversight of employee relations, operations, talent acquisition, recruitment, and classification and compensation. This position will handle, direct, and provide guidance in employee relations matters which may include but are not limited to; administrative personnel investigations, internal complaints, employee discipline or other corrective action, EEOC position statements, FMLA, and official correspondence. This position is also responsible for reviewing and approving HR actions within recruitment and operations, such as hiring packets, separations, PAF processing, and running HR data analytics and reports for the ASH Leadership team.

This position is expected to be on-site at the Arizona State Hospital 4-5 days a week. 

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

-Provides leadership and support to the Arizona State Hospital (ASH) ensuring HR needs and wants are presented and considered in line with the ASH strategic goals and objectives. Provides consultation to the CHRO, Deputy CHRO, and guidance to ADHS ASH management and employees with regards to federal and state employment laws; Personnel Rules, statewide and agency HR policies and procedures, and other HR related functions. Provide direct or indirect oversight to employee relations, operations, talent acquisition, recruitment, and classification and compensation.
-Reviews and approves HR actions within recruitment and operations such as hiring packets, separations, PAF processing, and running HR analytics for the ASH Leadership team.
-Other duties as assigned as related to the position (typically 5%-10%)

Knowledge of:

-Federal and State employment laws
-Theoretical and practical concepts of organizational structure, human resources, statutes, personnel rules, strategic management, continuous process improvement
-Performance Management (PM), Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Lean methodologies

Skill in:

-Management and leadership
-Oral and written communication
-Public speaking
-Planning
-Analytical processes
-Negotiation
-Problem resolutions
-Interpersonal skills

Ability to:

-Work independently and meet deadlines
-Communicate effectively both in person and in writing
-Analyze and address complex issues and prepare and present complex written and oral reports
-Collect and analyze data relevant to HR functional areas
-Develop and maintain effective working relationships
-Manage and direct staff
-Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination.

Five years of professional human resources management experience in the public sector, and a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, public or business administration, or a related field. Other combinations of education and experience that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.

Must possess a valid level one fingerprint clearance card issues pursuant to A.R.S. §36-113.

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).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
− Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
− Paid vacation and sick time
− Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
− 10 paid holidays per year
− Wellness program and plans
− Life insurance
− Short/long-term disability insurance
− Defined retirement plan
− Award-winning Infant at Work program
− Credit union membership
− Transit subsidy
− ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

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

To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.

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 (602) 542-1085. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.