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SENIOR LEAN COACH - OFFICE OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Job No: 537528 Work Type: Full-time Location: REMOTE OPTIONS, PHOENIX Categories: Administrative Support/Customer Service, Environment/Air/Water/Waste, Business and Financial Administration, Communication/Community Relations DEPT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY We are looking for results-oriented, driven individuals with a thirst for problem solving. At Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) our mission is to protect and enhance public health and the environment in Arizona. Through consistent, science-based environmental regulation; and clear, equitable engagement and communication; with integrity, respect and the highest standards of effectiveness and efficiency. Because Arizonans treasure the unique environment of our state and its essential role in sustaining well-being and economic vitality, today and for future generations. We are currently looking for employees who are committed to our Agency, passionate to excel in their career and engaged in our mission. Only this caliber of employee will be successful in driving our Agency towards accomplishing our mission SENIOR LEAN COACH OFFICE OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT Job Location: Address: 1110 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $90K-$95K Grade: 25 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Job Summary: We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Lean Coach to join our team. In this role, you will facilitate continuous improvement through the use of Lean Tools and Methodologies, by participating in projects in all aspects of the agency, and working with colleagues and functional leaders in accomplishing project goals. This position will also serve as a resource to lead high visibility projects resulting in process improvements and waste reduction. This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements). The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and 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: • Assist section unit leadership in the day to day efforts of facilitating continuous improvement through the use of lean tools and methodologies by participating in projects across the value stream and working with colleagues and functional leaders in accomplishing project goals. • Coordinate and conduct training for the section units on lean tools (AMS Tools and Principles Workshops, AMS Behaviors and Coaching, Standard Work, Kaizen, Visual Management, and NEO). • Facilitate project team meetings and provide guidance and support to Project Team Leaders. Work in teams to identify problems, analyze information, and develop and implement process solutions. Identify barriers to success and solicit help from leadership when needed. • Routinely interact with teams and project leaders to ensure that projects are on track. Compile information to support visual management tools for the value stream. Reports to section unit leadership as required on progress of projects. • Assist in identification, prioritization, and selection of potential projects throughout the section units to optimize existing processes for waste reduction and cost control. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): KNOWLEDGE: • Knowledge of or the ability to learn and apply lean concepts, principles and tools used to create and deliver the most value from the customer's perspective while consuming the fewest resources, and engaging people in continuous problem solving. • Extensive knowledge of process improvement and management frameworks. • Knowledge of business practices and processes; continuous improvement principles and methods through Kaizen events and projects. • Knowledge of or the ability to learn, section unit products, services, customers, and processes, and how state and federal regulatory framework can affect values stream products, services, and processes. SKILLS: • Excellent analytical skills with ability to focus on high-level strategic plan down to detailed tactical project plans. • Strong skills in program and project management; organizational skills; data analysis; team facilitation and leadership; and relationship building. • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, and in Mural and Trello. • Proficiency implementing process improvement within section unit projects. • Skilled in verbal and written communication; customer service and the ability to effectively interact with a wide range of internal and external customers. ABILITIES: • Ability to promote effective team development and encourage collaboration across large teams; develop strong working relationships with team members, peers, and management at all levels; address conflicts and obstacles and guide teams to achieve desired results. • Ability to thrive in a challenging work environment to consistently deliver quality service and help section units serve the citizens effectively. • Ability to transform a project vision into a defined scope and drive results while working with available resources and time line requirements. • Ability to speak to all audiences through the organization, understanding the various needs of audience members, and tailoring the message to address their concerns. • Ability to respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information. Selective Preference(s): • Bachelor's degree in the field of environmental management, operations management, engineering, business administration, or other related discipline. • 3 or more years of relevant business or project management experience that demonstrates the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in fast paced environment. Experience applying lean and leading team-based problem-solving events. Pre-Employment Requirements: If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits: Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are: • 10 paid holidays per year • Accrual of sick and annual leave beginning at 12 and 13 days per year respectively for full-time employees • Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program). • A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits • A robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability • An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program • We promote the importance of work/life balance by offering workplace flexibility • We offer a variety of learning and career 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 pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: ASRS Lifetime Benefits Contact Us: Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HPO@azdeq.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Advertised: 05 Dec 2025 US Mountain Standard Time Applications close: Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App