LICENSING SPECIALIST

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

The licensing specialist processes all application types for the Arizona
Barbering and Cosmetology Board.

The ideal candidate is familiar with relevant statutes and rules and is able to
process all license applications and renewal types, as assigned, in a timely
manner, utilizing critical thinking skills.

Follows up on deficient items in a timely manner and performs any other
responsibilities as required.

This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (Wednesdays in the
office/hoteling).

Requirements

• Arizona Revised Statutes
• Arizona Administrative Code governing licensing of cosmetologists, barbers, and schools
• Credentialing process
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Google Suite
• Database software
• Department policies/procedures
• Effective oral and written communication
• Organization
• Problem-solving techniques
• Customer service (telephone and email)
• Detail orientation
• Analyze information pertinent to licensure
• Gathering all required information for licensing
• Understanding the relevance of the information required
• Adapt to changing priorities
• Work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in credentialing in a regulatory environment, one year of experience in credentialing

Responsibilities

• Analyze, verify, interpret, and track primary source documentation received in support of license applications to determine the validity and completeness of documents and identify deficiencies
• Process, evaluate, and input applicant information into the database to ensure all requirements to be licensed are met and provided to the licensing leader for approval
• Respond to requests either verbally or in writing regarding application status and processes related to Arizona licensure, ensuring that statutes and rules are followed
• Approval and issuance of licenses according to Arizona Revised Statutes and Arizona Administrative Code

Benefits

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees