Human Resources Analyst - Aviation Department

About This Position

The City of Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country and has been recognized on the Forbes list of America's Best-In-State Employers for the past two years. With more than 14,000 employees working across 41 departments, the City of Phoenix offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, working in public service offers many rewards! Be a part of building the Phoenix of tomorrow.

The Aviation Department operates the Phoenix Airport System which consists of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, and Phoenix Goodyear Airport. This department is seeking to fill an HR Analyst position.

The Human Resources Analyst performs entry-level professional human resources work. This position performs a variety of functions, which may include supervising payroll, leave, and Human Resource transactions; employment recruiting and selection; discipline; training; and FMLA/ADA administration.

SALARY

Pay Range: $29.44 to $41.42 per hour.

Hiring Range: $29.44 to $39.42 per hour.

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.
• 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.
  
  

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.
  
  

For more details, visit: Unit 007 Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, public or business administration, or a related field.
• Human resources experience at the paraprofessional level or higher.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here.
• The City job description can be found here.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus demonstrated experience in:

• Preparing and presenting training to all levels of staff.
• Processing human resources transactions, conducting background checks, and performing related administrative tasks.
• Managing HR administrative functions, including working with human resources management systems such as PeopleSoft or other similar software.
• Providing HR customer service, including handling escalated issues and working with difficult customers.
• Interpreting and explaining human resources policies and procedures.
• Proofing and auditing documents for accuracy.
• Processing payroll and leave transactions with a high level of proficiency.
  
  

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes July 28, 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 Analyst, JC:05110, ID# 62445, 07/22/2026, USM, CM, Benefits:007

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City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.