Address: 1110 West Washington Street Suite 100 Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary Range: $60000 - $80000 / per year
(depending on experience)

Grade: 24

Closing Date: November 25 2025

This position will serve under the Chief of Grants and Trails. The position will assist in planning organizing and directing the management of statewide trails and grant programs related to outdoor recreation. Work requires long range planning soliciting outdoor recreation projects to apply for funding under our grant programs and develop partnerships within state parks throughout the state and nationwide (Federal Highway National Park Service and nation wide efforts to better administer and manage the grant programs. Supervises plans directs and assists with the management of the administration of our grant programs. Duties include but are not limited to: a) Establish and maintain inter agency partnerships b) Continually review and improve processes and procedures related to grant programs c) Conduct site visits for grant compliance d.) Provide technical assistance within our agency local communities and organizations statewide d.) Works with other states and our national partners (NPS/USFS/BLM/FHWA) to provide nationwide training on best practices e.) Works closely with ASPT development in assisting with grants related to capital projects

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.

- Serve as Principal Investigator for nearly $2 million in annual Recreational Trails Program (RTP) received through Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Collaborate closely with ADOT to guide both motorized and non-motorized grant applications through the federal review and approval process addressing any requirements or feedback to secure funding. Efficiently manage and update grant information on templates provided by ADOT ensuring all project details progress reports and financial data are accurate and current. Coordinates environmental and cultural resource review of selected grant projects with state agencies and ADOT Environmental Protection Group (EPG).

- Primary contact for the Arizona State Committee on Trails (ASCOT) including preparation of meetings agendas and minutes and coordination with ASCOT chair vice chair and other members. Actively engage with partner agencies and organizations to inform encourage and assist them in applying for trail related grants helping them to develop strong proposals that meet funder requirements and expectations. Provide program training to sponsors and assist them in developing goals objectives and performance measures; program standards and reporting requirements; and clarifying requirements for continuance of funding. Provide technical assistance to current grantees throughout the grant life cycle.

- Provide assistance in Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) site inspections. Perform site inspections on LWCF properties to ensure they continue to meet federal guidelines for public outdoor recreation use and are being maintained as intended. Create and submit report documentation to LWCF Grant Manager.

- Prepares and coordinates the execution of RTP grant agreements amendments and reimbursements with grant award recipients including maintenance of files grant agreements and review of claims for accuracy and allowable costs. Track progress of active RTP projects ensuring they adhere to approved scope budget and timeline. Prepare and submit required reports to federal agencies and internal partners. .

- Manage the annual inspection cycle for the Growing Smarter program ensuring all necessary sites and facilities are thoroughly evaluated in accordance with program standards. This includes scheduling conducting and documenting on-site inspections to maintain compliance and program integrity.

- Be a subject matter expert on all RTP policies guidelines and best practices. Attends appropriate training conferences and networking opportunities.

Other Duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge of:
Best practices in grant and outdoor recreation management
Contract development and project management
Budgeting
Meeting facilitation
Knowledge of trail construction and design
Research and planning including natural resources and recreational policy including legislation trends and issues
Land use and land management
Knowledge of processes related to capital projects
Knowledge of CFR 200

Skill in:
Organizing and operating effective meetings and training
Skills in strategic planning
Interpersonal communication and building partners
Public Speaking
Writing required reports articles and publications
Developing and continually review an updating policies.

Ability to:
Collaborate and build relationships with partners including federal state and local community organizations
Analyze situations and problems and make sound judgments taking appropriate action
Research analyze and incorporate best practices
Mentor and develop staff
Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Mediate issues with staff agency support organization and other agencies
Travel statewide and nationwide
Ability to obtain and maintain an Arizona Driver License

Bachelors Degree in related field
Minimum 5 years experience managing federal grants such as Recreational Trails Program.

Must obtain or possess and maintain a current Arizona Drivers license appropriate to assignment.

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.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical dental life and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks per year pid leave for newborns or newly placed foster/adopted child.

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

Eligible for Arizona State Retirement System pension. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment for newly hired State of Arizona employees.

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 calling (480) 604 -7331. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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