HR Coordinator Jobs in Tucson, AZ
HR coordinators keep Tucson's hospitals, bases and plants staffed on paper: onboarding, records and HR system entries. Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital on the east side has a coordinator posting open, and the job is a natural first step into HR. Current openings are below, followed by employers, pay and training.
Current HR Coordinator Openings in Tucson, AZ
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HR Coordinator Work in Tucson
Coordinator work in Tucson follows the big workforces: the hospitals in midtown and on the east and west sides, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base on the southeast side, and the plants and labs from Oro Valley to the airport. At Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital on Wilmot Road, the Human Resources Coordinator processes HR transactions such as separations, transfers and promotions, pulls HRIS reports, and supports recruiting, compensation and benefits, according to the hospital's own posting.
On base, the Air Force's nonappropriated fund (NAF) Human Resources Office at Davis-Monthan hires its own HR staff for the base's NAF activities, such as outdoor recreation. Its entry-level Human Resources Assistant posting in April 2026 set no minimum qualifications, which made it a true starter HR job, though applicants need base access documents and a background check.
Top Tucson Employers Hiring HR Coordinators
These Tucson employers have posted HR coordinator or HR assistant work, or name the HR job family, on their own careers sites:
- Carondelet Health Network - a full-time, day-shift Human Resources Coordinator at Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital handling HR transactions and HRIS reports.
- Davis-Monthan AFB NAF Human Resources Office - posts Human Resources Assistant and HR specialist jobs supporting the base's nonappropriated fund workforce.
- Roche Tissue Diagnostics - the Oro Valley diagnostics headquarters lists human resources among its Tucson job families.
HR Coordinator Salaries in Tucson
- Entry level or HR assistant: roughly $38,000 to $45,000 per year.
- Experienced coordinator: roughly $45,000 to $55,000 per year.
- Senior coordinator or HRIS-focused: roughly $55,000 to $65,000 per year.
These are estimates that vary by employer and experience. Bureau of Labor Statistics data for metro Tucson (May 2024) put the mean for human resources assistants at $22.98 an hour, about $47,790 a year. The Davis-Monthan NAF assistant job paid $15.50 an hour on an intermittent schedule. Strong HRIS and reporting skills, benefits knowledge and a move into a generalist title raise pay fastest.
How to Become an HR Coordinator in Tucson
Arizona does not license HR coordinators. Carondelet's posting asks for a high school diploma or equivalent plus three years in an HR support role, so many coordinators start as front-office or administrative staff and move into HR. Pima Community College's Human Resources Certificate is offered fully online and takes about a year full time. Voluntary national credentials such as the SHRM-CP or PHR help later, when you move toward a generalist role.
What the Job Involves
An HR coordinator keeps HR running day to day: entering new hires, transfers and separations into the HR system, building and checking employee files, scheduling interviews and orientation, tracking I-9s and required training, and running reports for HR leaders. You answer routine questions from employees and managers and send the hard ones to a generalist or manager, so accuracy and discretion matter as much as speed.
Skills Employers Look For
- HRIS data entry and reporting
- Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Accurate recordkeeping with confidential files
- Organization across many open tasks
- Clear phone, email and front-desk communication
- Basic knowledge of onboarding, benefits and leave rules
Career Path and Advancement
A common Tucson ladder runs HR assistant, HR coordinator, HR generalist or specialist, then HR manager or HR business partner. Coordinators who learn the HR system deeply often branch into payroll or benefits, and hospital HR offices such as Carondelet's post coordinator, generalist and manager roles, so it is possible to climb without changing employers.
Related Careers in Tucson
HR coordinators often move into or work alongside these Tucson roles:
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an HR coordinator do in Tucson?
An HR coordinator handles the operational side of HR: new-hire paperwork, employee records, HR system entries, interview scheduling and compliance tracking. At Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital the coordinator also processes separations, transfers and promotions and runs HRIS reports. It is a support role rather than a strategic one.
Do you need a degree to be an HR coordinator in Tucson?
Not always. Carondelet's Tucson posting asks for a high school diploma or equivalent plus three years of HR support experience, not a degree. A certificate such as Pima Community College's online Human Resources Certificate can help you stand out.
How much does an HR coordinator make in Tucson?
Estimates run from roughly $38,000 at entry to about $55,000 with experience, and up to about $65,000 for senior or HRIS-focused coordinators. Bureau of Labor Statistics data put the Tucson mean for HR assistants at about $47,790 a year. Pay depends on the employer and your systems skills.
Which Tucson employers hire HR coordinators?
Carondelet Health Network has a Human Resources Coordinator posting at St. Joseph's Hospital, the Davis-Monthan NAF Human Resources Office hires HR assistants and specialists, and Roche Tissue Diagnostics lists human resources among its Tucson job families. Search the role on TucsonHIRED for current openings.
Is there an Arizona license or certification for HR coordinators?
No. Arizona does not license HR coordinators. Voluntary national credentials such as the SHRM-CP or the HR Certification Institute's PHR can help as you move up, but Tucson coordinator postings do not require them.
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