DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

BECO
1801 W Jefferson St,
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $50,660.170 - $60,660.170 

Anticipated Salary: $55,660.170

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 02/24/2026

This position assists with providing oversight and administration of small business & workforce development and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certification program initiatives utilizing ADOTs contract management systems. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, providing internal/external stakeholder guidance, and participating in small business and workforce development outreach, training, and education activities.

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.

Program oversight and implementation of Federal and State program requirements that support workforce and small business initiatives to advance the highway transportation industry. This includes conducting oversight and monitoring of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs on federally funded construction and professional services contracts.

Analyze findings, document results, and develop written recommendations for corrective actions and other remedies for management review. Provide oversight and guidance to internal and external stakeholders. Execution and documentation of programmatic reviews within ADOTs contract management systems on federally-assisted contracts.

Review submitted certification applications for completion prior to assignment for eligibility determinations.

Knowledge of:
• Federal and State program requirements that support workforce and small business initiatives in accordance with the regulations of the U.S. • Department of Transportation (USDOT), 49 CFR Part 26, 49 CFR Part 23, and the On-The-Job Training Program in accordance with 23 CFR part 230.
• Compliance, and oversight of construction and professional service contracts.
• Procurement process on construction and professional service contracts, or a related field is preferred.

Skill in:
• Effective internal/external communication, problem solving skills, planning and organization.
• Data management, analysis and report writing.
• Process improvement and standard work process principles, Identify data to be tracked and complete analysis to manage/achieve key performance metrics.
• Community engagement and outreach efforts.
• Effective time management.
• Creating, developing, coordinating, and delivering training and presentations to adult learners.

Ability to:
• Reason logically, accurately and recommend solutions.
• Read, comprehend and apply written material such as statutes, regulations, and other similar resource materials.
• Communicate effectively verbally.
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Stay calm and effectively manage and resolve conflicts.
• Use Google Workspace.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports.
• Effective collaboration and building/establishing partnerships.
• Program Implementation and Monitoring Conduct prompt payment compliance
• Provide technical and programmatic assistance to users of ADOTs contract management system

Two years or more of professional experience in working with small businesses and community stakeholders.
Possess working knowledge or familiarity with FHWA, FTA, FAA, DBE, OJT requirements.
Experience working with small business, transportation, heavy civil construction, or other federal program management.
Experience in contract compliance, reporting, and customer service.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. 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 operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

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

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

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 calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.