Policy And Resources Administrator

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The DES Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as the Policy and Resources Administrator with the Policy and Resources Administration (PRA). This position is responsible for providing oversight of the DCSS PRA which includes: Policy and Procedures; Legislative Initiatives; Client Resolution; Ombudsman; Administrative Review; Training and Federal Grant Projects; serving as a key member of the divisions leadership team responsible for high level leadership and managerial work of considerable complexity to plan develop coordinate implement and evaluate program goals objectives performance standards initiatives and operations.

- This position travels statewide and may require overnight stays.

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:

- Senior level decision making related to program compliance and methods of operation.
- Provide policy direction and oversight and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
- Oversee the daily operations of the administration through subordinate supervisors and managers.
- Manage strategic initiatives towards execution through effective planning and delegation.
- Track bills introduced/considered in the U.S. Congress and the Arizona State Legislature; prepare issue briefs regarding legislative changes and make recommendations; develop legislative proposals.
- Assist the Office of Legislative Services in developing and establishing state laws program rules and policies for the Administrative Code to comply with federal laws.
- Provide oversight for the development amendment and implementation of the Divisions legislation rules and guidelines.
- Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends related to the delivery of child support services; actively seek out best practices from other states and entities to better inform and innovate division practices.

Knowledge in:
- Policy development; state plan and grant research and proposal writing.
- Social work and social service practices as it relates to the Title IV-D child support program.
- Research methodology project planning development organization and workflow techniques.
- Leadership and team building methodologies supervisory and evaluation practices relevant to professional and administrative staff.

Skills in:
- Reading understanding and interpreting complex federal state department and legislative rules laws policies and procedures.
- Managing and balancing various management and administrative functions and presenting information on complex issues and ideas clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Composition of policy procedures correspondence issues and position papers.

Ability to:
- Analyze federal regulations for development of policy and procedures.
- Coach counsel mentor listen and lead in a fast-paced environment.
- Manage a diverse group of employees; direct motivate and instill confidence in subordinates employees; delegate train and evaluate.
- Respond to internal and external customers with tact diplomacy accuracy and appropriate and timely information.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
- Bachelors Degree in Public Policy Public Administration Political Science or related field.
- Three (3) years of comprehensive experience in interpreting federal and state laws developing policy and procedures legislative affairs governmental and public affairs; an additional four (4) years of professional experience may substitute the degree.
- Four (4) years of demonstrated supervisory experience leading teams.
- Valid Arizona Drivers License.

- 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.
- Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- 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 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
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

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 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 Jeremy Einwalter at or .

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 . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.