Human Resource Specialist

Position Highlights

The Human Resources Specialist (HR Data Tech Analyst I) supports the stewardship, maintenance, and integrity of employee and volunteer data within the University's Human Resources Information System (HRIS), specifically PeopleSoft 9.2. The position reviews, processes, and approves Manager Self-Service (MSS) employment and job-related transactions and ensures personnel data is accurate, complete, and consistent with University policies and procedures. The position serves as a resource to the campus business community by providing guidance on HRIS transactions, requirements, procedures, and best practices. The position also supports HR data reporting, quality assurance, system testing, documentation, and process improvement activities.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site work at the Tucson campus with remote work flexibility.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

Data Maintenance

• Performs timely entry, validation, and quality control of personnel records in the HRIS to ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and alignment with institutional policies.
• Manage day-to-day employee and volunteer life-cycle data. Enter and update foundational and employee-specific records, such as personal details, job titles, compensation changes, new hires, promotions, transfers and termination.

Data Analyst

• Compiles and prepares routine HR data to support external compliance requests and regulatory reporting requirements while adhering to established standard operating procedures.
• Assess and execute routine queries and HR data extracts to produce accurate recurring and ad-hoc reports.
• Identifies and escalates data inconsistencies found during audits or table cleanups to maintain established data standards and resolve data/system issues.

Data Collections

• Responds to routine data and reporting inquiries from HR staff and campus stakeholders to provide clear explanations of standard reports and data definitions.
• Create dashboards and visualizations using approved tools to improve data accessibility and monitor essential HR metrics.

Documentation/Testing

• Maintains and updates technical documentation, data dictionaries, and user guides to support departmental knowledge sharing and HR system adoption.
• Assists HR process owners by documenting reporting requirements and system specifications to support the design of new processes.
• Assists with the configuration and testing of HRIS workflows.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Skill in problem analysis and resolution.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Exercise sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Perform accurately to produce quality results in a high volume and deadline-driven environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• 1 year of relevant work experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• FLSA Non-Exempt
• Full Time/Part Time Full Time
• Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
• Job FTE 1.0
• Work Calendar Fiscal
• Job Category Human Resources
• Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
• Rate of Pay $28.56 - $35.70
• Compensation Type hourly rate
• Grade 8
• Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University 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.
• Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
• Career Stream and Level PC1
• Job Family HR Data & Technology
• Job Function Human Resources
• Type of criminal background check required Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to job duties)
• Number of Vacancies 1
• Target Hire Date 1/4/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Date 10/15/2026

Contact Information for Candidates Angelica Toledo,
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