Human Resources Specialist - Human Resources & Risk Management (Prescott)

Salary: $23.35 - $36.19 Hourly
Location : Prescott, AZ
Job Type: Full Time - Non Exempt
Job Number: 202600173
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 5:00 PM Arizona


Role
Human Resources and Risk Management is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to join our team! Human Resources Specialist Click HERE to review job brochure

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Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Administers functions within assigned area which include but are not limited to: collecting and analyzing statistical data; maintaining specialized databases, inputting and retrieving data, and producing routine and ad hoc computer reports; creating, preparing and maintaining common departmental and confidential employee records in accordance with requirements of county, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures; creating and/or reconciling reports.
• Provides customer service to employees, management, applicants, and other customers, both internal and external.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in Human Resources.


Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:
• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program


ELECTIVE COVERAGE
• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)


PLEASE NOTE
• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.
01


Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible Human Resources or related experience?

• Yes
• No

03


Human Resources frequently navigate the complexities of recruiting, onboarding, and payroll within a single week. Can you share an experience where you faced conflicting deadlines? How did you prioritize your tasks to ensure everything was completed on time?
04


What HRIS platforms have you used, and how have you leveraged technology to streamline or automate administrative tasks?
05


Based on your initial assessment of our organization, what do you anticipate will be the most significant challenge for Human Resources in the coming year?
Required Question