PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2
Job no: 537185
Position type: Full-time
Location: TUCSON
Division/Equivalent: STATE OF AZ
School/Unit: DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Department/Office: DT-4593-TUCSON EAST CONSTRUCTION
Categories: Program Management
DEPT OF TRANSPORTATIONBe a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.
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PROGRAM PROJECT SPECIALIST 2
(CONSTRUCTION OFFICE TECHNICIAN)
| Job Location: |
TUCSON EAST CONSTRUCTION
633 E 22nd Street
Tucson AZ 85713
| Posting Details: |
Salary: $51,870.52 - $61,870.52
Anticipated Salary: $56,870.52
Grade: 19
Closing Date: November 25, 2025
| Job Summary: |
Under general supervision this position is responsible for performing construction office administration duties, procurement of materials, equipment and services, construction project payroll administration, data processing and related administrative services in the implementation of the 5-year Construction Program.
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.
| Job Duties: |
Process all aspects of Labor Compliance review and documentation, including but not limited to, Certified Payroll, On-The-Job Training, Payment Reporting and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises related to projects in assigned areas.
Interact with contractors, consultants, local agencies and citizens to maintain and enhance communications. Generate documentation for and attend Partnering, Pre-Construction, Safety, Huddle and Staff meetings.
Create appropriate documentation and procurement actions to include goods and services. Procurement and Accounts Payable research of automated procurement system, initiate purchase, receiving and verifying purchase and completion of all documentation and automated transactions are in compliance. Manage project files, coordinate training and travel arrangements and manage annual fixed asset inventory.
| Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of administration, to include but not limited to business math, accounting principles and English/Grammar.
• Agency rules, regulations and operating procedures.
• Procurement system; computer system and associated business software such as Google Workspace and Adobe Acrobat.
Skill in:
• Written and verbal communication.
• Organizing and prioritizing work assignments.
• The operation of equipment for completion of assigned duties.
• Interpersonal communications with contractors, consultants and other governmental employees.
Ability to:
• Plan, analyze, perform multiple tasks, communicate effectively, comprehend directions and work under stress.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Adjust to an ever changing environment.
• Operate a State owned vehicle.
• Plan and prioritize work for effective and timely completion.
| Selective Preference(s): |
Two years of technical work performing engineering and construction activities to include construction records management and verification, or assisting inspection and administration of highway construction projects.
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable 39 month driving record.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
| Benefits: |
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• 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 program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
| Retirement: |
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
| Contact Us: |
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.
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 (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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