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Human Resources Specialist

Maricopa County

Phoenix, AZ · Posted November 5, 2026

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About the job

Posting Date 11/05/26

Application Deadline 11/09/26

Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $22.00 - $29.25 hourly Full Pay Range: $22.00 – 36.50 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. Additional questions regarding pay can be discussed with HR during the hiring process if you are offered the position. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type Unclassified

Department Clerk of the Superior Court

About the Position

As our Human Resources Specialist, you will perform a wide variety of paraprofessional duties in an assortment of areas such as payroll, onboarding, and various projects for the Clerk of the Superior Court Human Resources Department.

This position has the opportunity for a flexible/hybrid schedule after training is completed.

About Us

Join a team on a mission to provide fair and equitable access to justice. The Clerk of the Superior Court is looking for people who strive to provide excellent customer service, collaborate in a team atmosphere, and serve the community. Every member plays a vital role in providing services for the justice system, the legal community, and the general public.

COSC adopted Factors for Success to provide transparent guidance for sustainability, strategic initiative achievement, positive learning culture, and inclusivity by linking foundational skills and value-based behaviors. The four Factors for Success and related competencies are:

Thought: Have and use the appropriate knowledge. (Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Strategic Mindset)

Results: Take initiative and be accountable for results. (Takes Initiative, Ensures Accountability, Results Focused)

People: Effectively communicate and interact with others. (Influential, Develops/Others Teamwork, Collaborative)

Self: Recognize and reflect on oneself and one’s behavior. (Authentic, Aware, Flexible)

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Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance with hybrid schedule options

Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club , dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

One year of payroll experience

Associates degree

OR

Three years of payroll experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications

We Also Value

Payroll experience specifically within Workday

Human resources experience within a public sector environment

Job Contributions

Processes and coordinates department payroll utilizing Workday, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of employee time, attendance, and payroll transactions

Responds to employee and supervisor inquiries regarding payroll procedures and discrepancies

Conducts routine and periodic payroll audits, reconciles employee payroll information, maintains related records, and prepares reports to support payroll accuracy and departmental operations

Coordinates onboarding activities and serves as a primary point of contact for new employees, ensuring timely completion of required employment documentation and personnel transactions. Coordinates and conducts biweekly new employee orientations covering benefits, workplace policies, procedures, and available resources

Prepares and processes personnel actions and related electronic forms, including new hires, assignment changes, separations, position management, and other employment-related transactions in accordance with applicable policies and procedures

Maintains and audits employee records, personnel documentation, and electronic files

Utilizes Workday, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other applicable systems to maintain employee information, process automated documents, and prepare reports

Provides information and assistance to employees regarding HR administrative processes, benefits, leave programs, trip reduction, and other employment-related procedures

Responds to employment verification requests from third-party agencies and other authorized entities

Prepares complex and sensitive human resources correspondence, documents, and forms supporting personnel actions, position management, compensation, and payroll

Assists with special projects and provides cross-coverage for other HR functions as needed

Maintains the confidentiality and security of sensitive human resources information, employee records, payroll data, and other personnel matters

Working Conditions

High volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations and extended periods of sitting while completing computer activities

Ability to lift boxes or other items up to 20 pounds and carry, push, or pull from one courthouse to another

May require travel to and from job-related locations during the course of a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County or private vehicles on County business

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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