Arizona Department of Administration

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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. PROJECT MANAGER SUPERVISOR Job Location: CHILD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION (CCSD) 1789 WEST JEFFERSON STREET, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007 Posting Details: SALARY:  $65,000 - $70,000 GRADE: 23 CLOSING DATE: APRIL 8, 2026   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 who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov [https://des.az.gov/]; or click on the link here [https://youtu.be/EjLhFs6kqmE] to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Child and Community Services Division, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as an Administrative Project Manager 2. This position will serve as a Project Manager Supervisor and is responsible for leading long-term and complex projects of considerable difficulty supporting the program. The incumbent will supervise, lead, and manage staff and resources supporting breakthrough projects designed to identify, develop and implement broad-scale changes that improve outcomes for Arizonans, and the quality and efficiency of government. Position directs or assists in directing multi-agency and multi-program design, integration, evaluation, and improvement and leads projects to meet the needs of the Division and Department high-priority initiatives. Position supports strategic deployment efforts, and ensures that Leadership, programs and project teams have a comprehensive view of multiple, concurrent projects, many of which involve cross-functional teams and varying deadlines. Position may involve travel to meet the needs of identified projects and understand business conditions. This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meetings 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: * Lead long-term and complex projects of considerable difficulty supporting the program’s engagement within CCSD and supports other cross divisional initiatives. * Supervise, lead and manage staff and resources supporting breakthrough projects designed to identify, develop and implement broad-scale changes and improvements. * Researches, plans, convenes, facilitates, coaches, and manages projects to meet the needs of the Division and Department high-priority initiatives. This may involve traveling to off-site locations facilitate the projects. * Coordinate a portfolio of projects, including communicating responsibilities and status, identifying risk, and promoting success through collaborative strategies. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of: * Principles and practices of administration with special reference to organization, management, and continuous improvement * Research strategies and tools * Project management tools and best practices principles * Proficiency in Micro Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power-point), Share-point and other project management applications, community resources, social service systems Skills In: * Excellent communications (oral and written) * Public speaking * Expressing ideas and information concisely with all levels of the organization * Motivating groups toward common goals * Critical thinking and problem solving * Innovative, creative thinking, self-motivation * Team work/building * Leadership * Facilitation * Training * Data gathering analysis and reporting Ability to: * Direct comprehensive program design, integration, evaluation and improvement * Complete complex analytical work * Create project plans, conduct comprehensive coordination * Proactively manage and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders and shareholders * Take responsibility and function under minimal supervision * Accommodate flexibility and adapting to changing priorities * Understand organizational dynamics, navigate expertly, and achieve success in a consensus driven, team-oriented environment working with a wide range of people * Learn/apply the techniques and principles of the Arizona Management System to include process improvement techniques and tools to drive improvement Selective Preference(s): This ideal candidate for this position will have: * Arizona Management System experience Pre-Employment Requirements: * Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. If an Out of State Driver License was held within the last 39 months, a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required prior to driving for State Business. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed. * 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 [https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion]. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page [https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers] 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 us at (480) 435-0897 or email OODHRstaffing@azdes.gov. 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 (480) 435-0897 or OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.