Job description
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 that every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to make Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision that every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to make Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable.
SENIOR POLICY ANALYST:
Governance and Innovation Administration
Please apply directly at:
https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/rules-analyst-legal-administrative-remote-options-arizona-united-states-phoenix
Governance and Innovation Administration
Please apply directly at:
https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/rules-analyst-legal-administrative-remote-options-arizona-united-states-phoenix
Job Location:
Address: 1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Posting Details:
Salary: $70,000-75,001
Grade: 22
Closing Date: March 9, 2023
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Grade: 22
Closing Date: March 9, 2023
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
Job Summary:
The Department of Economic Security, Governance and Innovation Administration, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Policy Analyst.
With general direction from the DES Governance and Innovation Administration (GIA) Policy Manager, this position performs duties of considerable difficulty in conducting legal research, participating in strategic policy development, drafting and revising DES administrative policies or procedures, tracking and ensuring existing DES administrative policies and procedures are current and relevant, and modifying DES administrative policies and procedures based on changes to laws, rules, and the needs of DES. The position serves as the DES Arizona Open Meeting Law Coordinator.
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.
With general direction from the DES Governance and Innovation Administration (GIA) Policy Manager, this position performs duties of considerable difficulty in conducting legal research, participating in strategic policy development, drafting and revising DES administrative policies or procedures, tracking and ensuring existing DES administrative policies and procedures are current and relevant, and modifying DES administrative policies and procedures based on changes to laws, rules, and the needs of DES. The position serves as the DES Arizona Open Meeting Law Coordinator.
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:
- Coordinating the preparation of required agency reports and documents. Coordinating the implementation of DES administrative policy in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
- Providing research and analysis regarding flexibilities in state and federal law that may allow for process improvements. Work with counterparts within and external to DES to assess and propose an implementation for best practices.
- Providing technical assistance to GIA staff regarding policy-making while analyzing and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and statewide policies.
- Reviewing and editing drafts, providing procedural and technical advice regarding proposed administrative and programmatic policies.
- Conducting legal research on various issues as required by GIA leadership, including review and analysis of pending legislation.
- Conducting special projects/studies and interacting with DES staff, other state agencies, community members, and public groups concerning topics or problems affecting the agency.
- Conducting legal research on various issues as required by GIA Leadership, including review and analysis of pending legislation.
- Developing auxiliary materials to build the DES policy library and assisting staff with understanding DES administrative policies, including policy bulletins, webinars, and manuals as applicable.
- Work with Division policy staff, as requested, to draft communication with external stakeholders, such as federal partners, related to high-profile policy issues.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge in:
- The Body of Law and policy affecting DES operations and responsibilities and of the policy-making process.
- Principles and practice of law, as applied to policy making in Arizona.
- Principles and functions of statutes, rules, and policies that apply to each division and the Department.
- Principles and practices of research, planning and analysis.
- Concepts of policy development and design.
- State and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing DES and DES programs.
- DES administrative policies and procedures; and database updating and structuring.
Skills In:
- Research and policy analysis.
- Interpersonal workplace relationships.
- Development of policy to meet diverse needs of internal and external stakeholders.
- Written and verbal communication of complex issues.
- Coordinating and structuring complex concepts into understandable, cohesive, and effective formats.
- Writing professional documents for varied purposes and audiences.
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
Ability To:
- Communicate complex ideas and prepare and present information to diverse audiences.
- Accept, organize, and prioritize direction from various points of contact.
- Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.
- Review and provide guidance on policy and procedure development.
- Identify high-priority issues.
- Organize and present complex information in an understandable format.
Selective Preference(s):
Bachelor's Degree (advanced degree preferred) in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or related field. At least five (5) years of relevant professional or combined educational and professional experience in a position involving research, analysis, and writing with a focus on human services policy and program design and implementation.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired State employees.
- 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.
- In-state 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, suspensions, 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 maintain valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
- Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
- Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Stipend Opportunities
- Infant at Work Program
- RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
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.
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.
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 Frank Topor at ftopor@azdes.gov or call 480-536-3791.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480-536-3791. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 480-536-3791. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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