Human Resources Specialist - Employment Services

Posting Date

10 / 24 / 25

Application Deadline

10 / 26 / 25

Pay Range

Min - 1st Quartile - Mid - Max

$21.75 - $25.06 - $28.38 - $35.00

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Sheriff

About the Position

Are you passionate about human resources and looking for a new challenge? If you have administrative experience in human resources, we encourage you to apply for our Human Resources Specialist position at Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO)!

In this role, you will have the rewarding opportunity to support new hires and employees throughout their careers in law enforcement. You will ensure a smooth and efficient Human Resource process, directly impacting the MCSO's ability to serve the community. You will provide paraprofessional, administrative and technical support in the Employment Services Section within the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Human Resources Division. This position handles post-recruitment job tasks.

This is an in-office position (teleworking is unavailable).

Ready to take your Human Resource skills to the next level and make a real impact? Join us today!

About the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office :

Do you possess integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and do you have a desire to serve your community? We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team with a variety of openings for Civilian, Detention and Sworn personnel. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) invites you to become part of Arizona's leading law enforcement agency where we come together as a team to support and provide public safety.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications :

Education

Associate's degree.

Experience

One (1) year of specialized administrative experience in human resources.

OR

Combined education and experience qualifications

Three (3) years of specialized administrative experience in human resources may substitute for theminimum qualifications.

Other requirements

Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire.

Training that may be provided on-the-job : FEMA NIMS - IS100 and 700; Safety; Payroll; PREA.

Prior to hiring, the Sheriff's Office requires that all candidates pass a background review.

Our Preferred Candidate has

Five (5) years of experience in a Human Resources environment processing new hires, onboarding, and offboarding.

Compensation is more than a salary with MCSO :

Growth and stability since 1871

Exceptional work-life balance : consistent Monday-Friday in office schedule with weekends off

Choice of three medical plans - starting as low as $70 / month

Holidays - 10 / year + 1 personal day

Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System

Paid sick and parental leaves (birth / adoption)

10% discount at KinderCare facilities in the Valley and upcoming MCKids Club to serve County employees and their families exclusively

MCSO Mentoring program to provide personal and professional growth opportunities for all employees

Access to free County gyms

Learn more at Benefits Overview

Essential Job Tasks

(This is not an all-inclusive list of all job duties that may be required; employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned.)

Performs specialized Personnel clerical duties in centralized Human Resources Services Division.

Reviews and processes personnel forms.

Enters data or information into County and MCSO databases.

Trains new employees in Employment Services processes.

Provides customer service via telephone, email, and in person for employees, applicants, the public, law enforcement entities, and governmental agencies.

Explains and responds to questions concerning personnel policies and procedures and a variety of human resources related subjects.

Processes applicants for new hire and / or promotion.

Provides documentation to Compensation Section for Placement in Range. Once range is provided, call Applicant and advise of offer; schedule appointment for orientation.

Orders promotion supplies.

Attends and assists with promotion ceremony for both Sworn and Detention staff.

Inventories and orders office supplies.

Orders and returns files from Pre-Employment needed for Personnel Services.

Conducts new employee orientation for potential applicants or new employees.

Formulates reports, composes correspondence, memorandums, and forms.

Communicates effectively with all levels of staff and the general public.

Processes post-employment matters, such as new hire paperwork; address, name, dependent, marital status changes; and transfers, resignations / retirements / AZ POST AA, A-1, TM and status change forms.

Maintains records for inventory and issuance of identification cards, badges, parking cards, bus / light rail card, and County driver's license for employees.

Issue badges, ID cards, add ID card access and research to resolve ID card access issues.

Processes and files confidential information in individual Personnel files and with County.

Performs courier functions as needed. (both walking and driving a vehicle). Drives office carpool vehicle to run various errands.

Assists in problem solving regarding the administration of the personnel system.

Prepares paperwork such as job requisitions, new hire forms, Personnel Action Forms (PAFs), Positions Management Forms (PMFs).

Assists with preparation of documentation for recruiting of positions and forward to County for posting.

Researches, develops, and implements special projects for department(s) as assigned by the Commander or Supervisor.

Maintains a working knowledge of benefits provided through Maricopa County.

Coordinates MCSO programs and events pertaining to Human Resources.

Acts as liaison with County and MCSO staff.

Works cooperatively in a team environment with MCSO and County employees.

Uses logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and / or oral instructions.

Runs Criminal and Driver's License records checks.

Assists with outside agency cross-certification with MCSO.

Assists with maintaining office Preservation files.

Is present at work site to perform assigned tasks at the times and dates scheduled and / or assigned by the supervisor.

Working Conditions

Maricopa County is an EEO / ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

The following environments described are only representative of how the essential job tasks are currently performed or envisioned. As such, in order to accommodate a disability or limitation, the essential job tasks may be performed in ways other than described on these pages.

Work occurs primarily indoors working in MCSO jail facilities with various staff and all classifications of inmates.

This is an in-office working position (teleworking is not available). Work occurs indoors and outdoors. Use of a vehicle and walking approximately four (4) street blocks. Tasks require managing time pressures and high work volumes with concentration and accuracy. Position requires ethical conduct and a professional demeanor.

Work Environment :

Indoors and outdoors. May encounter temperatures above 90 degrees and below 40 degrees

May require confined areas and use of stairs or ladders

May have exposure to high noise

Physical Environment :

Sitting, standing and walking

Driving a vehicle

Speaking, hearing, seeing, and reading

Distinguishing colors

Bending, kneeling, and reaching

Climbing, crouching and balancing

Precise dexterity

Lifting floor to waist twenty (20) pounds

Lifting waist to shoulder of twenty (20) pounds

Lifting shoulder to overhead of twenty (20) pounds

Carrying a weight of twenty (20) pounds for a distance of various feet

Pushing / pulling a weight of twenty (20) pounds for a distance of various feet

Social Environment :

Working in conditions involving emergencies and may encounter traumatic subject matters

Handling multiple or complicated tasks and frequently changing and unscheduled tasks

Working under deadlines or time pressures with constant interruptions

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Decision making

Concentration / vigilance

Working in a team environment in close proximity with others

May have to work in isolated conditions

Handling high volume of work

Public contact

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge of :

Principles and practices regarding Federal and State regulations and laws related to Human Resource practices.

General human resources classification procedures, objectives, and techniques; Compensation theories and processes.

Principles and practices of personnel management.

Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Structure and content of the English language including spelling, rules of composition and grammar.

Skill in :

Using standard office equipment and software

Oral Presentations to both small and large audiences

Using software applications including spreadsheets, database and word-processing

Ability to :

Communicate in verbal and written format effectively for the needs of the audience

Establish and maintain successful working relationships

Interpret and explain rules and regulations

Organize workflow and work environment.

Analyze problems and develop effective solutions.

Exercise independent judgment within appropriate guidelines.

Organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.

SELECTION PROCEDURE :

The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate, up to midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity and budgetary allowances.

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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