Who We Are

About Us

The Division of Human Resources is a strategic partner for University of Arizona employees, colleges, and divisions. At the heart of everything we do is a simple yet powerful mission: to attract, develop, motivate, and retain the best people. We believe that by empowering our employees and investing in our people strategy, we strengthen the future of the university.

We are here to support employees’ career journeys, provide the tools and guidance colleges and divisions need to succeed, and foster a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered.

Our Culture

The University of Arizona recognizes that staff and faculty drive our success, fostering a vibrant and supportive environment that champions individual contributions and collective innovation. To empower our staff and faculty to reach their full potential, we are dedicated to providing a consistent and streamlined experience for our employees, cultivating a cohesive internal community that thrives on collaboration, and demonstrating benchmark excellence in our HR practices. 

By upholding our university’s core values of integrity, compassion, exploration, adaptation, inclusion, and determination, we ensure the continued advancement of our institution and the enrichment of the entire Wildcat community.

Our Leadership

What We Believe

We go beyond the traditional role of HR, focusing on a people-centered experience to support the university's mission. 

We strive to:

  • Create positive experiences for employees throughout their university careers. We want to be your partner at every stage, from onboarding to retirement.
  • Provide training and support university supervisors need to lead and manage their teams. We are committed to empowering our leaders to build strong, effective teams.
  • Foster a workplace climate and culture where employees thrive. We believe that a positive and nurturing environment is essential for success.

Your Journey with Us

We invite you to explore our resources and learn more about how we can support you at the University of Arizona. Together, we can build a vibrant, supportive, and innovative community where everyone thrives.

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Our mission is to attract, develop, motivate, and retain the best people.