ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER 2

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$65,000 - $70,000•Remote

About The Position

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 [https://des.az.gov/]; or click on the link here [https://youtu.be/EjLhFs6kqmE] to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Child and Community Services Division, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as an Administrative Project Manager 2. This position will serve as a Project Manager Supervisor and is responsible for leading long-term and complex projects of considerable difficulty supporting the program. The incumbent will supervise, lead, and manage staff and resources supporting breakthrough projects designed to identify, develop and implement broad-scale changes that improve outcomes for Arizonans, and the quality and efficiency of government. Position directs or assists in directing multi-agency and multi-program design, integration, evaluation, and improvement and leads projects to meet the needs of the Division and Department high-priority initiatives. Position supports strategic deployment efforts, and ensures that Leadership, programs and project teams have a comprehensive view of multiple, concurrent projects, many of which involve cross-functional teams and varying deadlines. Position may involve travel to meet the needs of identified projects and understand business conditions. 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.

Requirements

Principles and practices of administration with special reference to organization, management, and continuous improvement
Research strategies and tools
Project management tools and best practices principles
Proficiency in Micro Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power-point), Share-point and other project management applications, community resources, social service systems
Excellent communications (oral and written)
Public speaking
Expressing ideas and information concisely with all levels of the organization
Motivating groups toward common goals
Critical thinking and problem solving
Innovative, creative thinking, self-motivation
Team work/building
Leadership
Facilitation
Training
Data gathering analysis and reporting
Direct comprehensive program design, integration, evaluation and improvement
Complete complex analytical work
Create project plans, conduct comprehensive coordination
Proactively manage and balance the needs of multiple stakeholders and shareholders
Take responsibility and function under minimal supervision
Accommodate flexibility and adapting to changing priorities
Understand organizational dynamics, navigate expertly, and achieve success in a consensus driven, team-oriented environment working with a wide range of people
Learn/apply the techniques and principles of the Arizona Management System to include process improvement techniques and tools to drive improvement
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. If an Out of State Driver License was held within the last 39 months, a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required prior to driving for State Business. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
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).

Nice To Haves

Arizona Management System experience

Responsibilities

Lead long-term and complex projects of considerable difficulty supporting the program’s engagement within CCSD and supports other cross divisional initiatives.
Supervise, lead and manage staff and resources supporting breakthrough projects designed to identify, develop and implement broad-scale changes and improvements.
Researches, plans, convenes, facilitates, coaches, and manages projects to meet the needs of the Division and Department high-priority initiatives. This may involve traveling to off-site locations facilitate the projects.
Coordinate a portfolio of projects, including communicating responsibilities and status, identifying risk, and promoting success through collaborative strategies.

Benefits

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