Temporary Assistance For Needy Families Tanf Jobs Coordinator
Temporary Assistance For Needy Families Tanf Jobs Coordinator
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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.
TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF) JOBS COORDINATOR
Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Workforce Development Administration (WDA)
1789 West Jefferson Street Phoenix Arizona 85007
Salary: $29.3040/ hourly $60952.32 annually)
Grade: 21
Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need and care for the vulnerable The Arizona Department of Economic Security (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 hereto view Our DES video.
The Department of Economic Security Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Jobs Coordinator with the Workforce Development Administration (WDA). This position is under the direction of the Manager with limited supervision this position provides direct oversight for the TANF Jobs Program and serves as the subject matter expert. This position will oversee and monitor the TANF Jobs contractor(s) for data validation contract compliance collaboration within the workforce system and other related activities.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments 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 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:
Facilitate coordination between the contractor and DERS Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME) and local area partners. Track and analyze complex system requirements for the TANF Jobs program.
Track and analyze complex statistical and financial data in preparing a variety of reports. Develop and maintain annual reports and data analysis of the program. Assist in the development of requests for proposals and state plans.
Interpret and apply federal state and local laws regulations and codes in all aspects of work activities. Assist in the development of program policy and coordinate with other agency personnel to plan and carry out joint actions or activities to achieve program objectives.
Attend meetings and participate in activities task forces ad hoc and work advisory groups closely related to the work system its goals and objectives. Create and make presentations to various community organizations and other groups regarding the program.
Knowledge of Continuous Improvement including data gathering interpretation and problemsolving techniques.
Knowledge of principles of policy formation analysis and evaluation service delivery practices and needs of clientele.
Skills in monitoring or compliance reviews and development of result/response communication.
Skills in establishing and maintaining effective interpersonal relationships including effectively responding to routine inquiries and disputes.
Ability to learn & apply applicable Federal and State laws rules regulations policies and procedures governing federally funded programs.
Ability to work independently multitask and contribute to a positive team environment.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience coordinating monitoring or administering a grant or program; OR 7 years experience.
Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the abovementioned process and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel will be required for State business. 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.
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 Xavier Martinez ator email
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 email Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
