Human Resources Business Advisor (HR Officer)

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The City of Phoenix strives to be an employer of choice. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, working in public service offers many rewards. With more than 14,000 employees working across 41 departments, the City of Phoenix also offers the opportunity for career growth and advancement. Come work for the City of Phoenix and become a part of this dynamic team.

The Human Resources (HR) Department is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Advisor to join the Strategic HR Business Advisors team. This position plays a key role within a collaborative group of strategic business partners and employee relations specialists, supporting twenty-six small to mid-sized Shared Services Departments. The HR Business Advisor will provide expert consultation across all levels of the organization, from executive leadership to front staff and labor groups. The responsibilities include conducting workplace investigations, participating in disciplinary and grievance hearings, and supporting employee development and engagement initiatives. The incumbent will also contribute to HR strategy and policy development, labor relations, FMLA/ADA and leave administration, training facilitations and presentations, workforce planning, recruitment support, and compensation analysis as needed. Assignments are made based upon organizational need.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional integrity, an innovative and collaborative approach to problem-solving, and a positive and solutions-oriented mindset. Success in this role requires the ability to both work well independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, service-driven environment. Depending on the assignment, operational needs, and completion of an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a hybrid in-office/telework schedule at the discretion of the Human Resources Director. Telework is subject to department approval and could change in the future.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Knowledge of core principles and best practices in HR administration.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to evaluate complex information and develop effective recommendations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret and apply written policies, procedures, and regulations.
• This position requires a keen attention to detail in the performance of all tasks.

SALARY

Pay Range: $86,590.40 to $127,920 annually.

Hiring Range: $86,590.40 to $105,248 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only: Please understand that this is pay grade 066. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

• Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.
• Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.
• Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.
• When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.

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BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information
• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
• Dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Free Bus/light rail pass
• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of professional human resources management experience.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, public or business administration, or a related field.
• Other combinations of education and experience that meet the minimum qualifications may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
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• The City job description can be found here .

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Demonstrated expertise in Employee Relations, including conflict resolution and performance management.
• Demonstrated expertise in supporting diverse workforce groups such as field, clerical, professional, technical, supervisory and executive levels.
• Proven experience as a Human Resources Generalist.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting workplace investigations involving a variety of employee classifications and labor representatives.
• Demonstrated expertise in labor-management relations and/or working directly with unions.
• Professional Human Resources certifications are desirable.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes June 8, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document , your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

Human Resources Officer, JC:05220, ID# 61944, 06/01/2026, USM, CM, Benefits:007

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