Mid-Level HR Manager - Remote Arizona - Up to $130K
State of Arizona
Mid-level
Not specified
Remote
Posted 4 weeks ago
Job summary
Join the State of Arizona's Human Resources Division as a People Solutions Manager, leading statewide HR initiatives to boost organizational effectiveness. You'll implement data-driven strategies in talent management, compensation, and employee relations to create impactful solutions. Enjoy a flexible work culture with options for remote work while receiving fantastic benefits like a retirement plan and generous leave policies. Apply now to be part of a strategic HR team making a real difference!
Role details
- Role
- Full-time
- Industry
- Government
- Employment
- Fulltime
- Experience
- 5 Years +
- Education
- Master's Degree In Human Resources
Responsibilities
- Guide project managers to ensure timely delivery of HR initiatives
- Develop an understanding of human resources projects and improve collaboration
- Create dashboards and establish metrics to monitor department initiatives
- Provide expertise in program management, project scope, and resource allocation
Requirements
- Background check including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check
- Completion of E-Verify
Benefits
- Sick leave
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- Parental leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional employee benefits like short-term disability insurance
Key skills
Hr Practices
Emerging Technologies
Resource Management
Employee Relations
Performance Management
Program Management
Project Management
Project Scope Definition
Risk Identification
Analytics
Strategic Planning
Human Resource Information Systems
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- ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
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People Solutions Manager
Job Location:
Human Resources Division (HRD)
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
Main Office Location: 100 N 15th Ave, Ste 302, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: Up to $130,000\.00 DOE
Grade: 30
Open Until Filled (1st review of resumes August 11, 2025\)
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA), Human Resources Division, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced People Solutions Manager. This pivotal role demands deep expertise in human resources principles and practices, as it will be instrumental in supporting and advancing all statewide HR initiatives. The People Solutions Manager will leverage a strong foundation in HR to make data\-driven recommendations for strategies that improve organizational outcomes, drawing upon best practices in talent management, organizational development, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
Beyond a solid HR knowledge base, this position requires adept project leadership, including advising project teams on effective goal setting, developing robust HR\-specific metrics, and creating insightful dashboards to monitor progress and the impact of HR programs. A core function of this role is to ensure that all statewide human resources initiatives are meticulously defined with clear HR objectives, flawlessly executed, and communicated with exceptional clarity and effectiveness to all HR stakeholders, facilitators, and partners across the state. The successful candidate will be a strategic HR leader with a proven ability to translate HR theory into practical, impactful solutions, ultimately contributing to a more effective and efficient state workforce. The position will occasionally be required to engage in sensitive employee relations work.
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 Stateβs 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.
Job Duties:
Provide guidance to project managers and project teams to ensure on\-time, on\-budget delivery of departmental initiatives
Develop a deep understanding of all human resources projects and initiatives and identify areas for improvement and also for collaboration across teams
Create dashboards and establish appropriate metrics to track progress of departmental initiatives and to facilitate timely decisions to maintain project schedules, quality and budgets
Provide subject matter expertise in areas including program management, project management, project scope definition, risk identification, project methodology, resource allocation, facilitation, and other project management areas
Using tools from the Arizona Management System (AMS) champion overall HR team effectiveness by highlighting process, resource, and solution inefficiencies and propose solutions for continuous improvement
Knowledge, Skills \& Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge of:
HR practices, emerging technologies, trends, methodologies, and resource management principles at an in\-depth level
Principles and practices of recruiting, employee relations, performance management, and other HR\-related topics
Policy development, documentation, and implementation
General management techniques and trends
Strategic planning development and implementation
Employee onboarding, development, needs assessment, and training
Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
Skills in:
Consensus building; conflict resolution, mediation, facilitation, and the dynamics of problem\-solving and negotiation
Exceptional customer relationship skills
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical skills
Designing and deploying various strategic initiatives and programs for an HR office/agency
Implementing appropriate performance metrics for assigned programs/projects
Evaluating the effectiveness of HR programs/services
Leading and motivating staff
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Ability to:
Use quantitative methods to evaluate effectiveness of HR programs and services
Lead, motivate, and develop staff
Provide high\-energy, self\-starting leadership with superior standards, integrity, and self\-confidence
Think strategically and deliver results
Establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment with a broad cross\-section of people
Engage people from across the organization and use their input and advice in shaping the organizationβs strategy
Earn the respect of associates at all levels and the ability to generate a high degree of respect from the leadership group
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations and streamline work processes
Selective Preference(s):
The following will be considered favorably, but are not necessarily required depending on the applicantβs overall experience and education.
Advanced Degree: A Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, MBA with an HR concentration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field
SHRM\-SCP (Society for Human Resource Management \
Pre\-Employment Requirements:
Background and reference check, including state and federal criminal records fingerprint check
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: Driverβs License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E\-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per yearPaid
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.
Retirement:
Participation in ASRS Lifetime Benefit Pension Plan after 26 weeks of employment
Contact Us:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at [email protected] for assistance
* The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer