District Program Manager - Phoenix, United States - State of Arizona

State of Arizona

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Phoenix, United States

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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona. _
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona._
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life._

DISTRICT PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Location:
Division of Child Care (DCC)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Salary:
$65,000 - $71,500

Grade: 22

Closing Date:
April 25, 2024

Job Summary:

The Division of Child Care (DCC) is responsible for the development, oversight, and implementation of the Child Care and Development Fund State Plan, and additional federal child care relief investments which require states to ensure equitable access to high quality child care, focused on child development and well-being.

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising, and managing the Child Care Program.

This position may offer 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.

Job Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supervise staff, evaluate performance, arrange for necessary training and direct all personnel activities in the area of assignment.
Assess needs of the Region to include service delivery, staff performance, and identify and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate service delivery with other state, tribal and county public agencies, community based agencies, advocacy groups and the general public.
Coordinate administrative and client service delivery and develop district process improvement initiatives through multiple District Management Teams and District Quality Councils.
Participate in the development and evaluation of statewide policies, plans and prioritization as a member of the DCC Management Team.

This position requires extensive statewide travel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Federal and state laws related to the Child Care Development Fund and contracting.
Effective delivery of program services.
Available community resources and principles and practices of leadership and management.

Skill in:

Excellent written and spoken communication.
Personnel Management.
Development, interpretation and presentation of statistical reports and recommended actions.

Ability to:

Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with contracted providers, personnel from other state agencies, community based organizations and advocacy programs.
Assimilate and analyze large amounts of complex information from a variety of sources.

Selective Preference(s):

25 years of leadership experience.
Experience in social services; Lean process improvement.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the abovementioned process and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and longterm disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours biweekly for the first 3 years
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newlyplaced foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours biweekly
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

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive.

Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Retirement:
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the Stat