DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

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

Salary:  $31,110.00 - $55,763.00

Grade: 18

Closing Date: 04/01/2026

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 who 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 Habilitation Services Project Coordinator (Licensing and Regulatory Licensing Specialist) to provide a high-level administrative support services to management within the DDD. This position performs a variety of functions related to the developmental home licensing process, while under the supervision of a Licensing Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing initial, renewal or amendment developmental home license applications for compliance with the Arizona Administrative Code and the Arizona Revised Statutes.
• Reviewing initial and renewal applications for Child Developmental Certified Homes.
• Evaluating home studies and recommending licensing parameters.
• Recommending approval, denial, suspension or revocation of developmental home licenses.
  

Knowledge of:

• Regulations and Arizona Administrative Codes governing Developmental Home Licensing (Articles 10 and 11)
  
• Arizona Revised Statues related to regulatory enforcement and due process.  Understanding Federal and State laws regarding the provisions of services for individuals with Developmental Disabilities
  
• Investigative techniques and problem resolution which include defining the problem, exploring and evaluating system efficiency and effectiveness, and implementing solutions that deliver results

Skill in:

• Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to clearly convey complex regulatory issues in a concise and effective manner
• Strong computer skills which include MS Excel, MS Word, Google, database management software programs, and webbased applications such as Quick Connect
• Establish and maintain working relationships with colleagues, staff, other departments, and the public at large

Ability to:

• Formulate, interpret, and explain policies, rules, and regulations
• Analyze information, identify problems, forecast consequences, and develop solutions Make recommendations that are supported by licensing requirements of contractual mandates
• Demonstrate tact, diplomacy, and professionalism when representing the department. Understand and address the concerns of individuals regulated by OLCR

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Management, Human Services, Legal, Social Work, or another closely related field from an accredited college or university. Regulatory, Investigative, and/or Developmental Disabilities experience is highly desirable.

• Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the
  agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• 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.
• 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.

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting Brenda Simpson at 520-307-5579 or by brendasimpson@azdes.gov.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.