RHTP Participant Engagement Specialist

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

5d • Remote

About The Position

The RHTP Participant Engagement Specialist ensures that employment and training programs, healthcare subawards, and partner service agreements comply with federal, state, and local contract regulations defined by the AZ RHT Federal Contract. The role conducts audits of client files and financial records, monitors subcontractor performance, provides compliance and reporting-system assistance, manages contract administration, and implements corrective action plans to mitigate risk and support high-quality program execution.

The position is with the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity in Phoenix. It may offer remote work within Arizona, depending on business needs and continued achievement of expected performance measures. Remote work is a management option, not an employee entitlement, and may be ended by the agency at its discretion.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of public policy, federal grant management, CMS contract guidelines, and administrative oversight standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting client file, eligibility, and financial audits and establishing standardized subrecipient monitoring protocols.
• Ability to analyze complex programmatic and financial data, evaluate performance, track compliance metrics, and identify operational risks.
• High proficiency with database management tools, CRM platforms, compliance tracking software, Google Apps, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write detailed compliance reports, provide technical assistance, and train workforce partners on regulatory systems.
• All newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• 3 to 7+ years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, grants management, auditing, or contract administration within workforce development, healthcare, or public sector systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular audits of client files, eligibility documentation, and financial records for compliance with policies and RHT protocols.
• Ensure workforce development programs, education pathways, and subgrantee operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations, grant mandates, and public policy frameworks.
• Review, monitor, and administer subcontracts and program service agreements, including monitoring subrecipient performance metrics.
• Provide training and technical assistance to workforce partners, educational institutions, and internal staff on compliance requirements, reporting systems, and best practices.
• Manage reporting and data related to program compliance and performance.
• Investigate alleged misconduct or fraud and develop corrective action plans for non-compliant program areas.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Retirement plan through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS); enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment.
• Health and dental insurance
• Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed