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SUMMARY

Functions as a supportive and cooperative part of the Human Resources team in providing the best potential customer service, with specific knowledge in assigned functional HR area.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Four years of recent experience in Human Resources, Payroll or related field.

OR An Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related field AND two years of related experience.

Knowledge and ability to use spreadsheet, database, word processing, HRIS or equivalent programs.
Basic math skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent customer service skills with strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
Strong verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

May be additional requirements depending on functional area assigned.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

FBI fingerprint background check (at employee’s expense).
Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
Ability to work an irregular work schedule and overtime as needed.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or related field.
Experience in a school district setting.
Professional HR Certification (such as PHR).

COMMENTS
Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Location: District Office - 220 W 6th St
Classification: Supervisory Confidential
FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

Human Resources Associate (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)