ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF LIQUOR LICENSES AND CONTROL

800 West Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $60,000 

Grade: 21

Open Until Business Needs Are Met

This is a grant-funded position from SABG dollars, and the position is contingent on the continued funding

The Prevention Specialist will be responsible for implementing alcohol awareness and substance use prevention programs in local schools and communities. This includes delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences of teens, facilitating educational contacts with licensed liquor establishments, and representing the organization at community events.

The ideal candidate will have strong public speaking skills and a passion for promoting healthy choices among youth. This is a grant-funded position, contingent upon continued funding from the Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant (SABG).

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.

Deliver Educational Presentations: Educate staff on preventing underage drinking, ensuring patron safety, and addressing over-service concerns. Deliver presentations to teens in schools and other community settings on the dangers of underage drinking and substance use. This position requires travel throughout the State of Arizona.

Implement Environmental Prevention Strategy: Execute a proactive community outreach effort to influence policies and practices at a local level.

Conduct Public Awareness Events: Work at community events to speak on responsible alcohol service and promote public awareness about substance use prevention.

Public Health and Prevention Science (Knowledge):

• They need to know the core principles of public health, including the socio-ecological model, and different prevention strategies, such as universal, selective, and indicated prevention

Substance Use Disorders:

• Knowledge of the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to alcohol misuse and addiction is crucial

• They should also understand the short- and long-term effects of alcohol on the body and mind

Communication and Public Speaking (Skills):

• The ability to present complex information clearly and engagingly to diverse audiences, from students to parents and professionals, is vital

•They must be able to adapt their message to different groups

Community Collaboration:

• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including schools, law enforcement, local health departments, and community organizations, is key to successful prevention efforts

Data Analysis:

• The specialist needs to be able to collect data to inform their programs and demonstrate their impact

Cultural Competence (Abilities):

• The ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals and communities from diverse backgrounds is essential

• This includes understanding and addressing cultural factors that influence alcohol use

Problem-Solving:

• Must be able to identify community needs and barriers to prevention and develop creative, evidence-based solution

• Must be able to deliver presentations to diverse groups and network to identify new schools, law enforcement agencies, or community groups for future presentations

• Bachelors, Prior experience in prevention, social services, or teaching

• Must Possess a valid Arizona Drivers License

• Requires a criminal background (fingerprint) check in accordance with A.A.C. R2-5A-303

• 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:

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

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

• 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 that 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 for assistance