ARIZONA OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

1400 West Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 

Grade: E3

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

The Director oversees the Greater Arizona Development Authority’s (GADA) mission to promote economic development and infrastructure improvement throughout Arizona, with an emphasis on rural communities. The Director manages GADA’s operations, implements policies and procedures, provides board support, and ensures the success of its programs and initiatives.

GADA provides financial assistance, issues bonds, and administers infrastructure projects across the state. The Director also supports the Arizona Finance Authority (AFA) and its programs as needed.

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.

Project Management:

• Oversee and manage infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with all regulatory, financial, and budgetary requirements

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with political subdivisions, special districts, Indian tribes, and other key partners involved in infrastructure development

Public Speaking & Representation:

• Present to groups of various sizes and represent GADA in meetings, conferences, and public forums

Grants and Funding:

• Identify, secure, and manage grants and other financial assistance to support GADA’s initiatives and programs

Team & Consultant Management:

• Hire, supervise, and collaborate with professional staff and consultants to effectively carry out GADA’s operations

Compliance & Oversight:

• Ensure GADA’s adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements; manage the proper handling of funds and administrative fees related to financial programs

Board Management:

• Work closely with the GADA Board to maintain compliance with statutes and rules, and to advance strategic objectives

Strategic Leadership:

• Provide vision and direction to align GADA’s goals and activities with its mission of promoting economic development and infrastructure improvement statewide

Knowledge of:

• Rural communities in Arizona

• Economic development in Arizona

• Operations of State and local government

• GADA’s policies, procedures, and organizational structure

• Identify grant and financial opportunities to support GADA initiatives

Skills in:

• Public speaking

• Project management

• Written and verbal communication

• Implementing policies and procedures

• Building and maintaining relationships

• Ensuring continued success in economic development and infrastructure projects

Ability to:

• Build relationships with stakeholders

• Manage and organize projects and group efforts

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Support the Arizona Finance Authority and its programs as needed

• Support economic development and infrastructure projects within the state

• A Bachelor’s Degree with a preference for a Master’s Degree in political science, public administration, government, finance, communications, or a related field

• A minimum of five (5) years of combined work experience, preferably in Arizona, in finance, economic development, project management, or public infrastructure

• 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.

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave

• Retirement plan

• Health and dental insurance

• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

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

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Brian Westerberg at brian.westerberg@azdoa.gov