Arizona State University
Campus: Tempe
JR127154
End Date: September 25, 2026
Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Job Description:
Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year; DOE
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering (FSE) Academic and Student Affairs (ASA) unit is seeking a highly motivated Department Human Resources Manager. The Human Resources Manager is an administrative leadership position responsible for developing, executing, and supervising the work of an HR team that supports faculty, staff, student, and academic personnel processes within Academic and Student Affairs (ASA). The role provides strategic human resources leadership, overseeing recruitment, compensation, classification, payroll, compliance, employee relations, faculty renewals, and workforce planning initiatives. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Essential Duties:
Administrative
- Supervises, hires, trains, mentors, develops, and evaluates assigned HR staff.
- Prepares and coordinates personnel and administrative reports; analyzes employment statistics and workforce data for leadership decision making.
- Works collaboratively with leadership, managers, and business operations staff to resolve personnel concerns and operational challenges.
- Provides coaching and guidance regarding employee development, engagement, and HR best practices.
- Demonstrates proactive problem solving and responsiveness to organizational needs.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization and foster a positive work environment.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders and leadership at all organizational levels.
Recruitment and Hiring
- Coordinates hiring activities to ensure appropriate classification, compensation, and organizational alignment.
- Manage staff recruitment processes, including postings, qualifications, applicant evaluations, salary placement recommendations, and hiring.
- Oversee faculty, staff, student, graduate student, and academic personnel hiring and renewal processes, as applicable.
- Coordinates instructional support student employment activities, including graduate hiring, renewals, etc.
- Administers and monitors recruitment systems and reporting tools.
- Oversees visa and foreign national employment processes.
Payroll
- Coordinates and manages offer letters and employment actions for all employee classifications.
- Manages faculty summer salary processes and other academic payroll actions.
- Oversees payroll reconciliation processes and maintenance of electronic personnel records.
- Provides guidance regarding leave programs including FMLA, paid leave, workers compensation, and related employment matters.
- Manages and participates in internal and external audit requests and compliance reviews.
Compensation and Classification
- Manages staff classifications, compensation programs, salary structures, and developmental and promotional adjustments.
- Allocates positions and budget resources to appropriate classifications.
- Reviews and implements salary recommendations within approved compensation guidelines and salary ranges.
- Analyzes position structures and workforce needs and makes recommendations regarding staff, student, and academic professional positions.
- Supports leadership in evaluating positions and aligning employee responsibilities with organizational needs.
- Oversee merit, notice of appointment, renewal, and related compensation review processes.
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices, regulations, standards, and employment law compliance.
- Experience handling complex employee relations matters.
- Experience leading and developing HR teams.
- Experience improving processes and implementing innovative HR strategies.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with HR reporting and workforce metrics.
- Experience conducting position analysis, workforce planning, and classification reviews.
- Experience developing and delivering training and presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build relationships across all organizational levels.
- Experience using Workday, DocuSign, DocuWare,
Working Environment:
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds
Department Statement:
At the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, we are delivering a world-class learning experience for our students and advancing research and innovation — all at scale. The Fulton Schools research enterprise leads use-inspired research and key national initiatives, including the Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub, accelerating microelectronics and workforce development for the Department of Defense. We also lead the Electrified Processes for Industry Without Carbon Clean Energy Manufacturing Institute, supported by the Department of Energy, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and strengthen manufacturing. Additionally, we lead an NSF Engineering Research Center developing sustainable civil infrastructure and partner with another ERC advancing clean water technology.
The Fulton Schools hosts numerous research centers that leverage faculty expertise to drive engineering innovation and entrepreneurship across four interdisciplinary impact areas: Climate Technology Solutions, Competitive Manufacturing in an Advanced Economy, National and Economic Security, and Technology-Enhanced Health and Medicine. Our faculty are achieving excellence at scale, positioning the Fulton Schools among the nation's top engineering colleges for invention disclosures, U.S. patents, and startups.
We are an engineering school on the rise at the nation's most innovative university, situated in the heart of its fastest-growing metropolitan area. The breadth of our faculty's research interests and interdisciplinary approach, along with over 55+ graduate and 28 undergraduate degree programs, creates a strong foundation for collaboration and the advancement of ideas that contribute to a more sustainable and livable global future.
Working at ASU has outstanding benefits that include: health, dental and vision insurance plans; ASU/UA/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; state and optional retirement plans; access to ASU recreation and cultural activities, and more. To estimate the value of your total compensation, please visit https://cfo.asu.edu/compensation-estimator.
Instructions to Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.
To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.
Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.
Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.
Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
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In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
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ASU's comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.
About Arizona State University
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country's most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration.
Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer