PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2 Job Location: Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) Workforce Solutions Administration (WSA) 1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $17.6821- $24.7086/ hourly ($36,778.76 - $51,393.88 annually) Grade: 19 Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received Job Summary: Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence. DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Program Project Specialist 2 with the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA). This position is responsible for overseeing and managing complex, long-term projects while assisting Leadership with strategic initiatives, operational planning, and project implementation. Responsibilities include monitoring project progress, resolving issues, providing leadership updates, and developing reports, metrics, and other project documentation. Travel will be required for State business. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code [A.A.C.] R2-10-207.11). This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department’s business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance. Job Duties: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and manage complex projects that support leadership priorities, strategic objectives, and organizational goals.
• Coordinate programs and special initiatives to achieve breakthrough objectives, annual improvement priorities, and key performance outcomes.
• Assist leadership with planning, implementing, and evaluating statewide programs, operations, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare executive summaries, reports, presentations, and other project documentation for leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote continuous improvement by monitoring project performance, evaluating effectiveness, and identifying opportunities for operational enhancements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in:

• DES policies and procedures.
• Group processes and how to achieve desired results and outcomes.
• Government practices, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation.
• Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
• Diverse software programs that may be used to develop business deliverables.
• Effective presentation skills.

Skill in:

• Team building and negotiation skills for accountability and consensus building.
• Exercise appropriate judgment to establish priorities and resolve complex matters.
• Identify and mitigate project and organizational risks.
• Interpretation and application of complex Federal and State laws and regulations.
• Planning, directing, and monitoring group processes.
• Determining logistics and time frames.

Ability to:

• Work and resolve complex problems.
• Respond quickly and effectively to resolve planning, program, and audit related items.
• Take information and propose or implement solutions.
• Prepare well organized reports, deliverables.
• Plan, evaluate, and direct the activities of professional staff.
• Effectively communicate ideas verbally and in writing.

Selective Preference(s): The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A bachelor’s or graduate degree in Social Services, Public Administration, or Business Administration is preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits: The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates. Contact Us: For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Myranda Carrasco at (623) 633.2767 or email [email protected]. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting (623) 633.2767or emailing [email protected]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Apply To This Job