CIO OFFICE
1801 W. Jefferson St,
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $56,000 - $66,500 

Anticipated Salary: $61,500

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 02/02/2026

This position is responsible for Human Resources (HR) administration and administrative services within the Information Technology Division. Duties include but are not limited to; Human Resource functionalities inclusive of recruitment, personnel changes, position control and management, process/compliance tracking, performance management support, and employee relations related activities. Collaborates with leadership within the division and partners with central human resources. Additional duties for this position include procurement activities, facilities and asset management, contract management, standard work and payroll support. Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

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.

Works with highly confidential information. Provides guidance to employees for HR related activities. Activities include recruitment, performance management, personnel actions, position control and management, payroll proxy, and employee relations support. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies. Serves as a liaison between the region's management team and HR

Manages functions and procedures for ITG Offices such as supply management, reporting, office moves, and inventory. Monitor and recommend cost saving techniques. Reports budget to DiFO. Identifies training budget and works as a backup approver for IT requisitions.

Works as a liaison between IT and the contracted Managed Service providers for IT temporary staff and statements of work.

Knowledge of:
• HR guidelines and processes.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), EEO, guidelines
• Administrative methods and procedures used in managing resources and personnel.
• Administrative, organization, fiscal management, and budget control policies.
• The state procurement system.

Skill in:
• Workflow and operational management.
• Excellent oral and written communication techniques.
• Interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate towards positive interpersonal working relationships.
• Google Workspace

Ability to:
• Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks.
• Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations.
• Coach, mentor, and develop subordinate staff.
• Identify program discrepancies and develop solutions.
• Encourage continuous improvement and innovations.

2 years experience in administrative management, data research, and analysis.
1 year experience working in the public sector.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

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

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation 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).
• 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

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

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

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) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.