Gada Director
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Job Location:
Phoenix, NM - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 110000 - 140000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
ARIZONA OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITYThe Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) is committed to advancing Arizonas workforce and fostering opportunities for well-paying jobs in line with Governor Hobbss vision. Collaborating with state federal local tribal educational business labor and community partners OEO serves as the states workforce planning coordinator conducts economic and demographic research and provides employment and demographic analysis. |
GADA DIRECTOR
| Job Location: |
1400 West Washington Street
Phoenix AZ 85007
| Posting Details: |
Salary: $110000 - $140000
Grade: E3
Open Until Business Needs Are Met
| Job Summary: |
The Director oversees the Greater Arizona Development Authoritys (GADA) mission to promote economic development and infrastructure improvement throughout Arizona with an emphasis on rural communities. The Director manages GADAs operations implements policies and procedures provides board support and ensures the success of its programs and initiatives.
GADA provides financial assistance issues bonds and administers infrastructure projects across the state. The Director also supports the Arizona Finance Authority (AFA) and its programs as needed.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the departments business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
| Job Duties: |
Project Management:
Oversee and manage infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with all regulatory financial and budgetary requirements
Stakeholder Engagement:
Build and maintain positive relationships with political subdivisions special districts Indian tribes and other key partners involved in infrastructure development
Public Speaking & Representation:
Present to groups of various sizes and represent GADA in meetings conferences and public forums
Grants and Funding:
Identify secure and manage grants and other financial assistance to support GADAs initiatives and programs
Team & Consultant Management:
Hire supervise and collaborate with professional staff and consultants to effectively carry out GADAs operations
Compliance & Oversight:
Ensure GADAs adherence to all applicable laws regulations and reporting requirements; manage the proper handling of funds and administrative fees related to financial programs
Board Management:
Work closely with the GADA Board to maintain compliance with statutes and rules and to advance strategic objectives
Strategic Leadership:
Provide vision and direction to align GADAs goals and activities with its mission of promoting economic development and infrastructure improvement statewide
| Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge of:
Rural communities in Arizona
Economic development in Arizona
Operations of State and local government
GADAs policies procedures and organizational structure
Identify grant and financial opportunities to support GADA initiatives
Skills in:
Public speaking
Project management
Written and verbal communication
Implementing policies and procedures
Building and maintaining relationships
Ensuring continued success in economic development and infrastructure projects
Ability to:
Build relationships with stakeholders
Manage and organize projects and group efforts
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Support the Arizona Finance Authority and its programs as needed
Support economic development and infrastructure projects within the state
| Selective Preference(s): |
A Bachelors Degree with a preference for a Masters Degree in political science public administration government finance communications or a related field
A minimum of five (5) years of combined work experience preferably in Arizona in finance economic development project management or public infrastructure
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
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.
| Benefits: |
The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Retirement plan
Health and dental insurance
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance
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
| Retirement: |
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Please note enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment
| Contact Us: |
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
- Coaching
- Analysis Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- negotiation
- Supervising Experience
About Company
The Arizona Department of Revenue is consistently striving towards recruiting individuals who are committed to providing quality services to the citizens of Arizona and are passionate about creating solutions to the ever-evolving decisions faced within state government.
