Ofm Deputy Administrator
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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.
OFM DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR
Division of Business Services
Office of Facilities Management
1717 West Jefferson Street Phoenix Arizona 85007
Salary: $95000.00 $100000.00
Grade: 24
Closing Date: April 21 2025
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizona thrive At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals families and communities for better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals that are committed to service community and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit ; or click on the link here to view Our DES video. Come Join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Program Administrator 2 (OFM Deputy Administrator). This position is responsible for work of significant difficulty in planning organizing and directing administrative activities of the Real Estate Risk Management and Support Services Units to include fiscal planning and budget management procurement occupational safety and risk management and oversight of daily operations for 91 facilities within DES. This position coordinates the development and management of DES properties in accordance with local State and Federal rules regulations and guidelines; develops and administers policies procedures and systems to ensure cost effective productive and efficient operations of DES properties and occupied space; ensures subordinate employees are informed of current standards to enable consistent implementation; provides assistance and support to the Administrator in problem solving project planning and management and development and of State goals and objectives; and supervises the work of employees in supporting roles including assigning workload and monitoring employee performance.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business 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 and commissions many State employees participate in the States 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Oversees and administers the daytoday functions and operations of the Real Estate Risk Management and Support Services Units.
Develops policies procedures and systems to ensure productive efficient and safe operations in DES owned and leased properties.
Provides support to the Administrator in problem solving project planning and management and development and of stated goals and objectives.
Performs leader standard work ensuring subordinate staff engage in key components of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to include development and maintenance of standard work problem identification and resolution continuous improvement of work processes and communication using visual management and team huddles.
Coordinates the acquisition and development of properties and of related projects for DES facilities statewide.
Consults with Assistant Directors Program Managers designated divisional and program contacts Real Estate Manager and the Risk Manager to coordinate survey analyze and maintain Department plans for space utilization based on current and projected changes budget conditions and staffing needs.
As authorized oversee building closures during emergency situations ensuring occupants are notified and provided additional instructions as to alternate work areas and coordinate administrative leave if needed.
Knowledge of:
Administration with special reference to planning organizing and directing a comprehensive administrative service.
Programs including personnel budgetary Purchasing.
Organization planning; principles of management and supervision.
Government policy; relevant to DES policies procedures and risk management programs.
Skills in:
Administrative planning organizing directing and delegating.
Formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
Written and oral communication.
Establish priorities and effectively complete multiple tasks.
Ability to:
Plan evaluate and improve processes to aid in the development of solutions to complex systems problems.
Work effectively with a wide range of employees and external partners in a diverse community.
Gather data compile information and prepare reports.
Use independent judgment and manage and impart critical information.
Analyze and solve problems.
Plan develop and coordinate multiple projects.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Five years of managerial experience in one or more of the functions related to the duties of this class. Or a masters degree in business public administration or related area such as facility management architecture construction management or interior design may
substitute for two years of the required experience. A bachelors degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.
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: Drivers License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid classappropriate drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers 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. R210207.11.
Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the abovementioned process and the Agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (EVerify).
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Affordable medical dental life and shortterm disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and longterm disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours biweekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental LeaveUp to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newlyplaced foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours biweekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
By providing the option of a fulltime or parttime 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 programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the LongTerm Disability (LTD) program after a 27week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for lifelong income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of taxdeferred 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.
For questions about this career opportunity please contact Linn Carrasco ator
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 contactingor . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
