OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

1400 West Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $60,000 - $90,000 

Grade: 25

Closing Date: Open until business needs are met

Coordinate activities for healthcare sector workforce and education programs; provide guidance to grants and finance team regarding subaward status. Directly manage RHT program staff, including: Education Liaison, Industry Liaison, and Compliance staff. Manage contracts and work activities related to RHT WF Advisory Council and Rural Innovation Learning Network. Reports to the Workforce Sector Strategies Administrator. The position is grant-funded and employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Arizona’s Rural Health Transformation Program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as a part of a financial assistance award totaling $166,988,955.92 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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.

Grant & Contract Management:
Managing program elements for the Arizona Rural Health Transformation workforce activities, ensuring compliance with policies, and overseeing budgets for program and subrecipient entities.

Data Analysis & Reporting:
Tracking labor market information (LMI), demographic trends, and program performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of training and placement services; ensuring timely reporting and monitoring activities

Program Design & Implementation:
Developing workforce training models and engagement strategies that align with healthcare sector needs in rural Arizona.

Stakeholder Management:
Serving as a liaison between local businesses, community organizations, and government entities to identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration for long-term and sustainable pipeline development and coordination.

Outreach & Advocacy:
Representing the organization at community forums to promote RHT awareness and activation

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Knowledge of:
• Compliance Knowledge: Deep understanding of program elements, CMS and AHCCCS reporting requirements and monitoring, experience managing program requirements for Federal Cooperative Agreements.

Skill in:
• Strategic Planning: Ability to develop long-range goals for regional economic growth and talent enablement.
• Communication: Strong public speaking and presentation skills for briefings with education, industry, and community stakeholders.

Ability to:
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, including technical, financial, and academic staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field preferred.
• Master’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in project management, workforce development, or community engagement.
• At least 5-7 years of direct management and team oversight experience.

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.

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

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
• For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

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

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

*NOTE - Enrollment eligibility in ASRS will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mariem Ly at mariem.ly@oeo.az.gov