Job Title: Human Resources Director

Closing Date: 04/21/2026

DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered.

Job Number: 26-381

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Department: Human Resources Department

City: Sacaton, AZ

Locations: 525 W. Gu U Ki Road

Area of Interest: Human Resources

Salary Rate: $103,792.00 - $133,792.00 / Salary

Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

(This position is considered “full-time regular status”, the incumbent’s employment with the Community is “At-Will” and termination of employment is not subject to the Disciplinary Grievance Procedure).

Distinguishing Features Of The Class

Under the direction of the Administrative Support Division Manager, the Human Resources Director is responsible for overall management and compliance of the Human Resources Department in the development and maintenance of employment process, classification and compensation systems, maintaining Employee Policies and Procedures, updating employee personnel records and advising supervisory/managerial staff of policies governing Gila River Indian Community employees. The Director to oversees HR Administration, Employee Development, Employee Relations, Insurance, Employee Benefits, and Occupational Safety & Health Offices. This position requires strong leadership and analytical and strategic planning to promote the vision of the Community Council by providing the Community with an effective and responsive Human Resources Department.

This position also serves as the Local Workforce Investment Area (LWIA) Equal Opportunity (EO) Officer responsible for writing and updating related policies and procedures and investigating, mediating, or arranging mediation for complaints of discrimination filed with WIA, wherein Arizona WIA has jurisdiction.

Essential Functions

Direct and supervise all administrative and technical activities of the Human Resources Department.
Manage the development and implementation of Human Resources department goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities for each function.
Administer and maintain a personnel policy system, formulation, interpretation and implementation of these policies to ensure proper application in response to changes occurring within executive decisions and legislative actions; resolve complaints, issues, and policy issues of considerable sensitivity.
Provide policy guidance on all major facets of human resources management (i.e., recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, personnel records, and employee training and development activities).
Develop and implement the Human Resources department budget.
Ensure department administers and maintains the employment process (i.e., review job announcements, inform applicants of vacancies and application procedures, review applications to ensure they are completed and meet established minimum qualifications, and make appointments for applicants to interview with appropriate hiring supervisor/manager).
Plan and direct processing of Human Resources computer-based records.
Administer and maintain classification and compensation systems, including reviewing salary survey information in relation to the Community’s Pay Schedule and ensuring class specifications are reviewed and updated as needed.
Administer, maintain, and update employee personnel records, including ensuring supervisory/managerial staff are notified when employee performance evaluations are due.
Monitor and analyze reports; provide recommendations and maintain administration of medical insurance benefits and management of occupational safety and health programs.
Provide timely and accurate narrative and/or statistical reports to Administration and Community Council on topics such as vacancies, recruitment and selection, timeliness of employee performance evaluations and investigations.
Advise supervisory/managerial staff of Tribal, State and Federal laws, regulations and guidelines regarding all areas of employment, including FLSA, EEOC and ADA regulations and guidelines.
Consult with Law Office regarding employment law related issues; inform Law Office and Administration of any issues that may place a liability on the Community.
Government and Management Standing Committee and various committees that relate to human resources.
Maintain a current Tribal Governmental organizational chart that depicts current personnel in addition to defining line and staff relationships.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skill And Ability

Knowledge of principles and practices of public Human Resources administration including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, training/employee development, employee relations, insurance, employee benefits, and occupational safety and health.
Thorough knowledge of internal organization, policies, practices, procedures, rules, regulations and laws governing public personnel administration, management and organization.
Knowledge of history, culture, laws, rules, economic, educational, customs, and traditions of the Gila River Indian Community.
Considerable knowledge of personnel administration, budgeting, and program management.
Skill in the interpretation and application of complex policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Skill in developing and analyzing department strategic plans, operating systems, procedures, controls and budget preparation.
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the work of personnel management staff engaged in many facets of public human resources management.
Ability to maintain objectivity and freedom from prejudice and to exercise judgment and understanding in all personnel administrative matters.
Ability to resolve major personnel problems and make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management and/or public groups.
Ability to read, analyze, interpret and write a variety of reports, professional journals, and legal documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials, Department or Program Directors and the general public.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.

Required Experience And Training

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Public or Business Administration, Organizational Management, or a closely related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in a Human Resources management position to include a minimum of five (5) years supervisory experience.

(Internal GRIC Employees)

Bachelor’s Degree From An Accredited College Or University In Human Resources Management, Public Or Business Administration, Organizational Management Or a Closely Related Field And a Minimum Of Seven (7) Years Supervisory Experience In a Management Capacity And Five (5) Years Professional Level Human Resources Experience In Any Two Of The Following Areas

Recruitment and Selection; 2) Classification and Compensation; 3) Benefits or 4) Employee Relations;

Or Ten (10) Years Of Direct Supervisory Experience In Human Resources And a Minimum Of Five (5) Years Professional Level Human Resources Experience In Any Two Of The Following Areas

Recruitment and Selection; 2) Classification and Compensation; 3) Benefits or 4) Employee Relations.

Additional Requirements

Required to pass a background check.

Required to obtain a Tribal driving permit. Valid state driver’s license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.

Supervisory, Salaried Position

Reports to Community Manager or designee

Benefits

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)

Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)

Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)

Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

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