DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITYYour Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
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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 des.az.gov; 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 Legal & Administrative Rules Analyst. Operating with general direction from the DES Governance and Innovation Administration (GIA) Policy Manager; this position performs duties of considerable difficulty in conducting legal research, participating in strategic policy development, drafting, and revising administrative policies or procedures, tracking and ensuring existing policies and procedures are current and relevant, and modifying policies and procedures based on changes to laws, rules, and the needs of the agency.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's 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 State’s 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.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Coordinate the implementation of administrative policy in compliance with federal and state law and regulations.
• Provide research and analysis regarding flexibilities in state and federal law that may allow for process improvements.
• Work with counterparts, both internally and externally, to assess and propose best practices for implementation. Coordinate and prepare required agency reports and documents.
• Provide technical assistance to staff regarding policy making while analyzing and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and statewide policies.
• Review and edit drafts, providing procedural and technical advice regarding proposed policies.
• Lead policy development and revision projects by gathering information from agency subject matter experts, stakeholders, and other relevant entities.
• Conduct legal research, including review and analysis of pending legislation.
• Conduct special projects/studies working and interacting with agency staff, other state agencies, community members, and public groups concerning topics or problems affecting the agency.
• Develop and deliver general policy training for staff, including information about policy development processes.
• Develop auxiliary materials to build the Agency policy library, including policy bulletins, webinars, and manuals as applicable.
• Draft communication with external stakeholders, such as federal partners, related to high-profile policy issues.
• Serve as the DES Arizona Open Meeting Law Coordinator and ensure that DES staff supporting State boards and commissions comply with Open Meeting Law requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to significant tracking and compliance requirements regarding Arizona Open Meeting Laws.
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Knowledge of:
• Principles and practice of law, as applied to policy making in Arizona.
• Principles and practices of research, planning, and analysis.
• Concepts of policy development and design.
Skills In:
• Research and policy analysis.
• Project Management
• Written and verbal communication of complex issues.
Ability to:
• Accept, organize, and prioritize direction from various points of contact.
• Work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.
• Review and provide guidance on policy and procedure development.
• Communicate complex ideas and prepare and present information to diverse audiences.
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The ideal candidate for this position will have:
• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) in Public Policy, Public Administration, Law, Political Science, or related field.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional or combined educational and professional experience in a position involving research, analysis, and writing with a focus on human services policy and program design and implementation.
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s 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).
• 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: Driver’s License Requirements.
| Benefits: |
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 program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by the State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
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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 deadline, and effective dates.
| Contact Us: |
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact us at (480) 876-0851 (text or call) or email ShannonAnguiano@azdes.gov.
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 (480) 876-0851 or OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.