DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
4000 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Salary: $33,000.00 - $35,000.00 

Grade: 13

Closing Date: March 4, 2026

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 1. 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.

Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Complete data entry. Create certificates for completed in-services.
● Provide administrative support (e.g., monitor excess annual leave, support during survey, support during timesheet entry/approvals) to DAD and DAD’s Executive Assistant, as directed.
● Collaborate with other Administrative Staff. Assist with electronic scanning and filing. Ensure office supplies are available.
● Maintains accurate and current manuals and forms and updates as necessary.
● Provide reception desk support to DDD State Operated Group Home (SOGH) Support Unit 2R14.

Knowledge in:
● Administrative and clerical procedures and systems, such as word processing, managing files and records,
and other office procedures.
● Computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and a variety of office equipment.
● Proper grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation.
● Telephone and office etiquette.
● Assignment follow-up and deadline monitoring.

Skills In:
● Typing 50+ wpm.
● Oral and written communication.
● Effective time management and organizational skills for managing and prioritizing tasks.
● Data Entry.
● Accomplishing detailed work with speed and accuracy.
● Prioritizing a heavy workload.

Ability to:
● Learn and apply programs, policies, and procedures of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
● Coordinate and attend meetings.
● Exercise good judgment in safeguarding sensitive and confidential Information.
● Collect and organize data.
● Monitor multiple calendars.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
● The preferred candidate will have two (2) years of responsible administrative experience or an equivalent
combination of education, training, and experience.

● 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. 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).

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

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

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.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Ariana Dominguez at 480-790-1749 or
arianadominguez@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 480-790-1749 or arianadominguez@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.