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!
The Department of Economic Security, Child and Community Services Division (CCSD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as a Policy Analyst. Position will be responsible for developing and drafting DES division administrative and operational policies and procedures applicable to the Child and Community Services Division. Monitors changes in Federal and State legislation. Identifies changes which may impact current policies and procedures. Tracks and ensures existing administrative and operational policies and procedures are current and relevant. Consults with the Policy Manager, CCSD policy staff, subject matter experts (SME), and other partner DES agencies and personnel when drafting or revising policies and procedures. Revises administrative and operational policies and procedures based on changes to statutes, regulations, rules, and the needs of DES and the division. Implements new or revised administrative policies and procedures. Works with and trains managers and staff in the proper implementation of new or revised policies and procedures. Answers questions regarding administrative policies and procedures. Participates in cross-divisional and agency-wide special projects.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meetings 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 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Analyzing and compiling information from various sources, including State and Federal laws, Federal regulations, State administrative rules, stakeholder communities and other governmental entities.
- Developing administrative policies and procedures in coordination with subject matter experts (SME), CCSD policy staff, and other partner DES agencies and personnel. Communicating and coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders, tracking development of policies and procedures.
- Ensuring policies and procedures comply with applicable law, regulation, existing policy and other applicable guidance, while meeting needs of the Division, leadership, and clients. Assisting in tracking and conducting regularly scheduled internal policy review, compliance audits, and revisions.
- Implementing new Division administrative operational policies and procedures, including assisting with dissemination of information to personnel. Participating in policy and procedure implementation workgroups.
- Monitoring and analyzing new Federal and State legislation and amendments, and their impacts on existing legislation, policies or procedures. Draft analysis of new Federal or State legislation or impacts of revisions on existing legislation.
This ideal candidate for this position will have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Public or Business Administration, Political Science, or Public Policy or closely related field and 2 years' experience researching, analyzing, coordinating, and writing policy documents; OR 4 years of experience as noted above
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 program here. 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 us at email OODHRstaffing@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 OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.