DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Salary: $64,000.00 - $66,000.00 

Grade: 22

Closing Date: August 17, 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 a Contracts Compliance Management Supervisor 2. 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:
● Designs and implements systems to ensure compliance with legal requirements. Ensures work products are consistent with State and Federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing their content. Ensures Division is able to effectively conduct business through the development, execution, and management of contracts.
● Compliance Monitoring: continuous assessment of contract/agreement adherence to legal, regulatory and internal policies. Identifying and implementing plans for improvement of contract/agreement related activities. Providing technical assistance and education to the Division and Vendors/Providers.
● Provides leadership, mentoring, coaching and direct supervision of staff. Communicates pertinent information to staff related to their role. Prepares tools to ensure compliance.
● Meets with representatives of other units in the Division, Department, State/Federal/Local agencies.

Knowledge in:
● Federal and State Laws and statutes governing contractual agreements and procurement activity in Arizona Procurement Code, ARS 41-2557, Arizona Administrative Code Article 21.
● Federal, State and Agency Laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
● DES/DDD policies and procedures. Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS), Long-term Support Services (LTSS) and Intellectual/Developments Disabilities (I/DD).
● Contract Management.
Skills In:
● Interpreting applicable federal and state statute, rules, and regulations pertaining to contracts.
● Contract data development; analysis, and evaluation.
● Maintenance of complex automated record keeping and tracking systems.
● Negotiating program resolution. Problem resolution, decision making, Supervision and leadership: Assign, supervise, and evaluate the work of others.
● Interpersonal relations applied to communications between Division and other organization personnel, other agencies, and service providers (contractors).
Ability to:
● Work independently and collectively with colleagues and team members.
● Multi-task and prioritize large quantities of work.
● Detail oriented.
● Coordinating projects.
● Training Staff.
● Provide and model exceptional customer service principles.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:
● Experience in Business Administration, Public Administration or Human Services. Knowledge of the Medicaid System. Knowledge of human service programs related to developmental disabilities. Minimum 2 (two) years of Contract Management experience.

● 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 Wendy Browning at 480-273-9918 or wbrowning@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 480-273-9918 or wbrowning@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.