Child & Community Services Division
1789 West Jefferson Street Phoenix Arizona 85007

Salary: $101000 to $113 301

Grade: 26

Closing Date: September 14 2025

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 ; or click on the link here to view Our DES video. Come Join the DES Team!

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Business Administrator. This position supports operational teams including finance contracts accounting travel facilities audit etc. that support the Arizona Early Intervention Program (AZEIP) childcare hunger relief interpersonal violence homelessness rental and utility assistance and community action services. This position is responsible for administering a large budget made up of multiple fund sources (federal state and other) and managing a large volume of contracts and intergovernmental agreements.


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 flexibility autonomy and trust. Across our many agencies boards 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:

-Directing and managing the daily operations the Divisions Finance and Business Operations Unit (FBO) including delegation of work priorities and supporting leaders to instruct explain and counsel contracts and fiscal staff in carrying out a variety of tasks including budget development budget management contracts development negotiations and monitoring the efficiency effectiveness and productivity of the unit.

-Administering financial activity short and long term planning operations information risk finance and accounting infrastructure procurement budgeting forecasting projections / analysis and grants in compliance with federal and state laws regulations rules and policies.

-Reviewing and approving a variety of financial statements and reports ensuring accuracy completeness and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and interprets impact.

-Acting as the point of contact for the Auditor Generals Office and as the liaison to Financial Services Administration representing the Division on various committees and preparing and delivering presentations.

-Conferring with the Divisions Assistant Director Deputy Assistant Director Financial Services Administration and other Divisions within the Department on financial and contractual matters.

-Providing analysis and recommendations interpreting and determining policy related to general fiscal and contractual processes and drafting executive correspondence.

-Addressing the units personnel needs including direct or delegated hiring on-boarding training supervision and coaching regular feedback and annual performance appraisals.

-Leading the FBO team and coordinating with other Department and Division teams to implement strategic planning and continuous process improvement.

-Managing the acquisition and inventory of infrastructure needs for central and field operations such as facilities information technology and vehicles.

-Overseeing facilities management and identifying cost reduction strategies for modifications or improvements for all offices throughout the state.

Knowledge of:
-State laws rules regulations and procedures goals and responsibilities.
-State personnel rules and guidelines work measurement methods motivation of employees and effective communication.
-The requirements characteristics and cultural environment required for teams to operate effectively.
-Cost Allocation Plans.
-Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
-The principles concepts practices methods and techniques of government and financial accounting internal control structures and fiscal management.
-The methods and techniques of automated accounting systems.
-Reference materials such as federal regulations.
-Financial research methodologies.
-Effective leadership and managerial practices and supervisory techniques.
-Conflict resolution and mediation techniques
-Community and public relations
-A variety of computer software packages (e.g. Excel Word Power-point Google Suite etc.)

Skills In:
-Analysis interpretation and communication of financial data.
-Supervision and interpersonal skills and imparting knowledge to others.
-Oral and written communication.
-Being collaborative and flexible with a strong service mentality.
-Examining developing re-engineering and recommending financial policies and procedures.-
-Interpreting a strategic vision into an operational model.
-Public speaking.
-Program administration.
-Analytical thinking and strategic problem solving.
-Facilitating complex interdependent projects.
-Time management.
-Strong leadership team building and negotiation.
-Leveraging and coordinating resources for cost effective services.


Ability to:
-Effectively manage teams.
-Be hands-on with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic mission driven environment.
-Meet performance measures while providing excellent customer service.
-Build and maintain effective professional and interpersonal relationships.
-Demonstrate commitment to the social sector with a passion for the organizations mission.
-Demonstrate excellence in managing finance accounting budgeting control and reporting.
-Inspire mentor and guide staff towards positive outcomes.
-Grasp the full scope of a project as well as its details.
-Interpret raw data and/or information and quickly analyze evaluate and implement solutions to increase efficacy and efficiency for programs.
-Exercise a high degree of discretion and independent judgment.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

-BA/BS in business/public administration Certified Public Accountant or closely related field.
-Five years of professional experience in accounting contracts management social service programs human service fields or other public policy.
-Preference will be given to candidates with an MA/MS in business and who have at least three years of supervisory experience.

Employee shall obtain and maintain a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card that meets DES requirements for a Level One card pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1969.
The ability to secure and maintain clearance from the Department of Child Safety Central Registry and the Adult Protective Services Registry.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. 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 who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R.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.

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
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
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 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 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 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.

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Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Frank Topor at 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.