RULES ANALYST

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

2d•$70,000 - $75,000•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Economic Security, Office of the Director, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our Governance and Innovation Administration (GIA) team as a Rules Analyst. This position performs duties of considerable difficulty in conducting legal research, reviewing and editing new or proposed rules, and providing technical assistance to Department staff involved in the preparation of proposed rules and developing agency rulemaking documents and reports in compliance with the Arizona Administrative Procedures Act. This position offers the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting 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, 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.

Requirements

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of law as applied to rulemaking in Arizona.
Knowledge of: The body of law and policy affecting DES operations and responsibilities.
Knowledge of: The Rulemaking process, including the requirements of the Arizona Administrative Procedures Act, the principles and functions of management, and the statutes, rules, and policies that apply to the Department and each of its divisions.
Skills In: Writing and editing highly technical material to make complicated subject matter understandable to the public.
Skills In: Research and comprehension of legal and regulatory issues.
Skills In: Effective project management, organization, prioritization, and time management skills.
Skills In: Utilizing Google Workspace.
Skills In: Interpersonal communication and public speaking.
Ability to: Think critically.
Ability to: Analyze, reason logically, and use independent judgment.
Ability to: Facilitate meetings.
Ability to: Identify high-priority issues and determine how to elevate to GIA leadership.
Ability to: Organize and present complex information in an understandable format.
Ability to: Understand and relay complex issues both orally and in writing clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business or public administration, Public Policy, Law, Political Science, or related field.
Training and/or experience in the rulemaking process, specifically the requirements of the Administrative Procedures Act.

Responsibilities

Conducting legal research and analysis of complex matters that impact DES rules, including federal and state laws, regulations, and legislation.
Preparing documents to support rulemaking and reporting packages, including cover memos and moratorium exception requests, rules package workbooks, and other supporting documents.
Conducting meetings with Divisions to advance rulemaking.
Coordinating preparation of five-year review reports.
Providing technical assistance to DES staff related to rulemaking activities, including reviewing and editing of drafts, training Department staff, and providing procedural and technical advice regarding rules.
Utilizing a visual management system to track data and progress, ensuring transparency within the Rules Unit.
Keeping the Deputy Rules Administrator informed of the status of current projects and elevating issues or potential issues for mitigation.
Conduct stakeholder input on rule-making packages.
Compiling and addressing stakeholder comments, including assisting Divisions with necessary or desired changes to the proposed rules as a result of stakeholder comments.
Interacting with other State agencies, members of the community, DES program personnel/administration, and public groups or bodies concerning various issues, topics, or problems affecting the DES rules.

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
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance