Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 04-18-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST
Application and Special Instructions
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a chronological resume and cover letter at the time of the application.
Applications that do not include both documents by the closing date of the recruitment will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration for this recruitment.
The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in an interview.
INTERVIEW INFORMATION: The highest scoring applicants will be invited to attend in-person interviews on April 30th & May 1st, 2026. Out-of-state candidates may participate via Microsoft Teams.
Hiring Interviews may be conducted.
The City of Tucson does not provide VISA sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Relocation expenses will not be provided for this position. Candidates are responsible for all costs associated with relocating to the Tucson area, if applicable.
Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Human Resources (HR) Analyst position at the City of Tucson’s Human Resources department performs human resources-related functions in a generalist capacity to assigned departments. Functional areas of human resources include full cycle recruiting to include test development, compensation/salary review, and onboarding; payroll, consult with department, employees, and applicants on recruitment procedure, employee relations, policy and procedure, and interpretation of Civil Service Rules, Administrative Directives, and employment law. Assists in classification and compensation functions to include development of new classifications and creation of tiered job families.
Work is performed under the supervision of the HR Manager. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Consults with hiring managers to assess recruitment needs and provide strategic guidance. Manages full-cycle recruiting, including developing job bulletins, supplemental questionnaires, and examination methods based on job analysis, specifications, and minimum qualifications. Engages with operational leaders to evaluate workforce needs and implement adaptable processes that respond to evolving organizational priorities and business demands. Contributes to continuous process improvement initiatives within the HR department.
2. Designs, validates, and administers recruitment processes, including written exams, practical assessments, and panel interviews. Coordinates and facilitates recruitment evaluations as needed.
3. Processes Human Resources Information System (HRIS) transactions within the enterprise system to support recruitment, onboarding, and related business processes. Coordinates and completes employment offers and facilitates onboarding for selected candidates. Provides HR business partner support to hiring departments, ensuring successful integration and engagement of new employees throughout their first eighteen months.
4. Identifies systemic inefficiencies across HR services and collaborates with stakeholders to develop innovative operational solutions. Evaluates business processes and system changes to assess impacts on existing workflows, recommending optimized approaches to improve efficiency and achieve desired outcomes. Designs, refines, and supports implementation of processes aligned with system workflows, assessing impacts on staffing and ensuring ongoing monitoring, continuous improvement, and effective change management.
5. Processes and audits payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provides guidance on benefits and responds to inquiries regarding city policies and procedures. Tracks and manages FML, ADA, and light-duty cases for the assigned department.
6. Provides HR support to the employee throughout their career, up to and including the time of their separation of employment from the City of Tucson.
7. Advises department representatives, hiring authorities, employees, and applicants on the interpretation of policies, Civil Service Rules, Administrative Directives, and employment laws. Recommends, implements, and evaluates enhancements to HR processes and practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
8. Assists with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues related to workflows or other complex processes.
9. Provides support on employee relations matters, including assisting with research and preliminary fact-finding/investigations, and documents findings for review and guidance from the team lead.
10. Develops and provides formal training in areas of expertise. Maintains knowledge of current developments and practices in human resources.
11. Provides/coordinates backup to HR staff as needed.
12. Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions
Mostly office environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
*Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. .
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in more than one of the following HR functional areas: recruitment, classification, compensation, payroll, corrective and disciplinary action, training and development, interpretation and application of laws, rules, policies; and procedures, appeals, grievances or hearings; performance management, program or policy development, performance reviews, career counseling, organizational analysis or development, employee recognition or other functions relating to human resource management.
Experience interpreting and applying HR laws, rules, policies, procedures, and practices.
Proven proficiency in leveraging HRIS and payroll platforms, such as Workday and UKG, to streamline HR operations, manage employee data, and ensure accurate payroll processing.
Payroll experience (auditing).
Full-cycle recruitment experience
Professional certification from a recognized human resource/personnel association.
Human Resource experience in a public entity setting.
POSITION DETAILS
Job Profile
J1030 - Human Resources Analyst
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click .
Compensation Grade
G107
Hourly Range
$26.57 - 39.86 USD
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
Human Resources Department, ZBUDG HIER - Recurring
Department Link
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.
ABOUT US
Benefits: The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at
Citizenship: The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/AffirmativeAction/Veterans/Disability Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at or 520-791-2619.
Recruiter Name
Liliana Almeraz (99363)
Recruiter Email
For Human Resources general questions please contact 520-791-4241.