Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Workforce Solutions Administration (WSA)
1789 W. Jefferson St. Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary: $75000.00 - $85000.00 annually

Grade: 22

Closing Date:Open until sufficient resumes are received

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The Department of Economic Security Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Project Manager Intermediate with the Workforce Solutions Administration (WSA). This position is responsible for managing complex high-level projects that support the Workforce Solutions Administrations strategies. The Project Manager Intermediate oversees all aspects of the project lifecycle and facilitates cross-functional collaboration to improve quality efficiency and client outcomes. The role includes supervising project staff guiding operational improvements applying lean management principles and ensuring compliance with standards laws and performance goals. Additional duties involve data analysis reporting training program promotion and extensive in-state travel for project implementation.

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 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:

Develop organize implement and monitor inter-connected special projects which support Division and Administration mission strategic objectives and goals.
Develop facilitate and coordinate projects and programs to support the achievement of Breakthrough Objectives (BTO) Annual Improvement Priorities and other strategic priorities.
Develop and maintains spreadsheets databases and tracking systems.
Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement change.
Promote a continuous improvement culture through training and oversight of administration staff; monitoring and evaluating the efficiency effectiveness.

Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management.
Knowledge of Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
Knowledge of the Principles of leadership and supervision.
Skills in achieving desired results and outcomes through influence.
Skills in planning directing and monitoring group processes.
Skills in making independent decisions.
Ability to utilize databases Tableau MS Office and Google tools.
Ability to perform analytical and administrative tasks including critical daily responsibilities under tight time constraints.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

Bachelors degree plus three or more years experience in project coordination and management (or equivalent).
Project Management certification or training.
Experience implementing and managing workplace change initiatives particularly those involving support for Servant Leadership.

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.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Travel will be required for State business. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate 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. R.11).

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.

For questions about this career opportunity please contact Myranda Carrasco at or 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 contacting or email Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.