ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF GAMING

Arizona Department of Gaming
100 North 15th Avenue
Suite 202
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $63,000 - $68,000 (DOE) 

Grade: 22

Closing Date: March 25, 2026

Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the HR Analyst Sr. is responsible for professional personnel work of considerable difficulty for the Agency in multiple disciplines of Human Resources. This position provides technical advice to supervisors and hiring managers related to the hiring process, recruitment, classification and compensation, promotions, and status changes. The HR Analyst Sr. provides guidance and works with supervisors and managers to update PDs and prepare required paperwork to process actions; reviews and analyzes positions descriptions to make recommendations to appropriate classification and grade; provides technical expertise to managers and supervisors on defined aspects of Agency classification and compensation systems, issues, programs, strategies and services; researches and responds to complex inquiries from department employees and management regarding personnel, processing issues, and leaves of absence; conducts Employee Relations investigations and prepares related reports and documents; and works with Agency managers and supervisors on informal disciplinary actions. They will work directly with Agency management/supervisors/employees to resolve HR related general problems and questions. The HR Analyst Sr. also reviews HR processes and work flows and recommends process improvement steps to the HR Manager and assists with special projects as assigned.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Works with Agency supervisors and managers to update PDs and prepare required paperwork for submission to Central HR.
• Reviews and analyzes positions to recommend appropriate classification and grade.
• Provides technical expertise to managers and supervisors on aspects of Agency classification and compensation systems, issues, programs, strategies and services.
• Works directly with management/supervisors/employees to resolve Human Resource related general problems and questions.
• Conducts Employee Relations investigations and prepares investigation reports, recommendations and responses.
• At an agency level, develops and implements recruitment strategies, identifies qualified candidates and assists in coordinating the interview process.
• Compose job announcements. advertise vacancies, review resumes, assist hiring manager with interview and selection process.
• Interprets and applies State Personnel System Personnel Rules, and policies and procedures.
• Handles the Onboarding and I-9 verification process; prepares personnel action forms; enters new hires, promotions, demotions, salary changes, etc., into AZ360.
• Generates on-demand and custom reports; manages access to and support for learning management programs; monitor performance management reports and compliance; conducts new hire orientation; conducts personnel file reviews; and responds to a wide variety of personnel inquires.
• Maintain human resources information system records in electronic and manual formats for the agency/employees.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Attends necessary training for new technologies and best practices.
• Manages the agency's benefits; initial enrollment; open enrollment; qualified life changes; manages leaves of absence; leave tracking; leave without pay (LWOP); reviews FMLA requests and certification forms; donated annual leave; worker's compensation; works within the collaborative process under the ADA; benefits billing related to leaves; prepare related documentation and communication for HR Manager review and signature.
• Provides human resource customer service both internally and externally for the agency, employees and future employees.

• Knowledge of: Principals and practices of management and administration; federal, state, and department rules, policies, and applicable employment/labor laws including but not limited to FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, EEO, HIPPA, and USERRA; principals and practices of human resources management, benefits administration, and employee training. Developing and implementing recruitment strategies. Principals of classification and compensation.
• Skill in: leadership, interpersonal relationships, team building as applied to contracts with agency managers, directors, representatives of other governmental agencies. Skill in project implementation analytical thinking and research procedures needed to complete special projects and reports. Skill in prioritizing work, managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines. Skill in preparation of written correspondence and reports; verbal communication with professionalism and tact; utilization of information technology to automate manual tracking systems; planning, analyzing, coordinating and overseeing a program or project; various computer software programs (Microsoft Office applications, AZ360, Internet applications, etc.).
• Ability to: Read and interpret laws, rules, regulations, policies and directives; gather, correlate, and analyze data; multi-task with speed and accuracy; design and maintain spreadsheets and databases; compile and develop written strategic plans. Ability to give presentations and speak in public. Ability to assign, review and evaluate the work of others; prioritize and plan.

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or closely related field and two years experience as an Intermediate Human Resources Analyst; OR five years of experience at the HR Intermediate level.

This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• The Arizona Department of Gaming offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
  • Sick leave
  • Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
  • Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
  • Health and dental insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
    

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

To help you build a financially secure future, positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Human Resources at humanresources@azgaming.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.