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.

Job Location:

DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (DDD)
1789 WEST JEFFERSON STREET, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007

Posting Details:

SALARY: $33,700-$36,700

GRADE: 15

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 7, 2026

Job Summary:

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 that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Administrative Assistant 2. This position performs various administrative and clerical tasks to support DDD's Cultural Competency Plan/Limited English Proficiency Plan. These Plans will ensure cross-cultural and linguistically competent and compliant practices in the functional areas, including the delivery of services to members.

DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high-quality, and member-driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision-making and engagement in the community.

Job Duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates specialized administrative work to support both Cultural Competency Manager and Coordinator.
• Note-taking of meeting minutes.
• Organizes meeting agendas and manages calendars.
• Reviews, reads and researches materials and reports.
• Report preparation. Assists with formatting outgoing correspondence, letters and memos.
• Organizes and maintains a shared electronic filing system.
• Communicates and coordinates with other DDD units, external stakeholders and vendors as instructed.
• Uses computer software to create and manage databases, spreadsheets, and reports.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge in:

• Telephone operation and etiquette.
• Computer skills including advanced use of Google Workspace.
• General office procedures and practices.
• Business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Skills In:

• Oral and written communication.
• Organize and maintain a file system.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Telephone skills as it relates to contact in-person, over the phone and via email.
• Planning, organization, and time management.

Ability to:

• Plan, coordinate, analyze and establish priorities.
• Work with diverse groups of individuals.
• Handle multiple tasks, take initiative, and problem solve.
• Assure confidentiality of work-related matters.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Following verbal and written instructions.
• Deal with the public with tactfulness and accuracy.
• Learn and apply procedures.

Selective Preference(s):

The preferred/ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Two years of responsible administrative experience; or a Bachelor's degree in a field appropriate to the assignment from an accredited college or university and one year of the required experience; or a Master's degree in a field appropriate to the assignment from an accredited college or university.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• 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 link. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to Driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operated a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) (R2-10-201.11).
• Successfully pass background and reference check; 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).

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 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

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.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page here.

Retirement:

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

On, or shortly after, your first day of work you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines and effective dates.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Stacie Austin at 602-908-6208 or saustin@azdes.gov.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-908-6208 or saustin@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.