Salary : $70,602.27 - $106,384.30 Annually
Location : Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 5704-26E-01
Division: Agency Support Division
Opening Date: 10/30/2026
Summary Statement The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional. The successful candidate will perform highly responsible professional level human resources work in one or more of the Department's human resources areas. This classification is responsible for planning, organizing and supervising one or more human resources functions including recruitment/selection, classification/compensation, employee programs, employee benefits, position control, employee records, test construction/validation, clerical staff, and other related areas. Incumbents have substantial supervisory and program development/management responsibility requiring advanced decisions and determinations subject to review and approval by the Human Resources Commander/Manager. Supervision is exercised over professional, paraprofessional, technical and clerical staff. Performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.
Apply soon; the recruitment may close without notice. Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive) 1. Supervises the work unit and personnel, which includes: interviewing prospective employees; providing and/or recommending training; coordinating, scheduling and assigning work product; establishing performance measures, goals, objectives and priorities; evaluating work performance; providing feedback, direction and guidance; keeping personnel abreast of new or revised information; answering questions; and recommending and/or implementing personnel actions. Prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects to staff; tracks and reviews work progress.
2. Edits/revises various written documents produced by unit staff (e.g., job descriptions, advertisements, Law Enforcement Merit System Council (LEMSC) agenda items, salary/hiring recommendations, etc.).
3. Gathers, summarizes and analyzes a variety of information and uses this information to make recommendations with significant impact on employees.
4. Consults with the LEMSC Business Manager to provide and obtain information and ensure the consistent administration of human resources programs/procedures.
5. Interprets and enforces human resources-related Department policies/procedures.
6. Analyzes and adjusts unit policies/procedures to ensure consistency and maximum productivity.
7. Composes and prepares various formal written documents.
8. Assists in the development, implementation and tracking of section goals/policies/procedures and Department programs.
9. Maintains currency in the principles and practices of human resources.
10. Serves on various committees within and outside the Department.
11. Develops and reviews selection tests.
12. Generates various computerized lists/reports (e.g., job analysis results, test results, etc.).
13. Recruits applicants by preparing advertisements, representing the Department at career fairs, etc.
14. Administers the Department-approved pay plan.
15. Supervises and participates in the evaluation of positions to determine the proper classification of each.
16. Develops recruitment policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Department policies and state and federal laws.
17. Conducts training regarding Human Resources' procedures and policies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Knowledge of:1. the principles and practices of human resources administration.
2. laws applicable to employment practices.
3. business English, grammar, spelling and punctuation.
4. the principles and practices of supervision.
5. coaching and training techniques.
6. research and statistical methods applicable to human resources management.
Skill in:1. oral communication, both one-on-one and in presenting information to groups.
2. the use of computer keyboard devices.
3. the use computer software programs.
4. performing mathematical calculations.
Ability to:1. exercise good judgment in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
2. compose written material for all levels of readership within and outside the agency.
3. work under stressful, highly visible working conditions.
4. work within stringent deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
5. interpret, analyze and evaluate data and information and make decisions concerning complex problems.
6. work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions within scope of assigned function.
7. identify problems and develop viable solutions.
8. establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the assignment.
9. organize and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
10. analyze recommendations in classification, compensation, recruiting and selection.
11. prepare and deliver oral presentations.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Office setting.
Minimum Qualifications Requires a Bachelor's Degree in human resources, business or public administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional human resources experience.
Progression to the next pay level/step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months.
Must successfully complete the examination process.
FLSA Status: Non-ExemptA summary of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Benefits is linked
01
Do you possess at least a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major course of study in human resources, business or public administration, or a related field?
(Please provide proof of degree unless previously submitted.) 02
If applicable, please list your degree and major and/or the number of college units you have completed.
03
Do you possess at least four (4) years of professional human resources experience?
04
Describe the
specific experience that qualifies you for this classification. This experience should be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application will result in an incomplete application.
05
I have read, understand, and agree to the requirements and working conditions associated with this classification.
06
DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following:
• Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest are prohibited.
• Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards.
• Ear-piercing openings must not exceed the size of a
standard piercing (approximately 1 mm). Any visibly stretched or enlarged ear-piercing opening is prohibited.I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I must meet the standards above.
07
Are you legally entitled to work in the United States?
08
I understand if selected for a position, I will take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my background including any past drug use.
Providing untruthful or misleading answers will result in disqualification. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my background will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection.
09
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona?
10
Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other illegal drug, for sale?
11
Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, marijuana extracts, or marijuana edibles) legally or illegally within the last
six (6) months. - None
- 1 - 5 times
- 6 - 10 times
- 11 - 20 times
- 21 - 30 times
- More than 30 times
12
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony
during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)
- None
- 1 time
- 2 - 3 times
- 4 - 5 times
- 6 - 8 times
- more than 8 times
13
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony
since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)
- None
- 1 time
- 2 - 3 times
- 4 - 5 times
- 6 - 8 times
- more than 8 times
14
Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony
within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)
- None
- 1 time
- 2 - 3 times
- 4 - 5 times
- 6 - 8 times
- more than 8 times
15
Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.
- None
- 1 - 5 times
- 6 - 10 times
- 11 - 20 times
- 21 - 30 times
- More than 30 times
16
Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.
- None
- 1 - 5 times
- 6 - 10 times
- 11 - 20 times
- 21 - 30 times
- More than 30 times
17
Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime.
- None
- 1 - 5 times
- 6 - 10 times
- 11 - 20 times
- 21 - 30 times
- More than 30 times
Required Question