What are the responsibilities and job description for the WORK OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT BENEFITS AND ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST position at Arizona Department of Economic Security?
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision : A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.
WORK OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT BENEFITS AND ELIGIBILITY SPECIALIST
Job Location : Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
Workforce Development Administration ( WDA)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
www.azdes.gov Posting Details : Salary : $20.0449 / hourly ($41,693.39 annually)
Grade : 18
Closing Date : Open until sufficient resumes received Job Summary :
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 Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Work Opportunity Tax Credit Benefits & Eligibility Specialist with the Workforce Development Administration (WDA). This position is responsible for analyzing all received documents and information to determine the most appropriate eligibility classification in accordance with relevant policies and federal guidelines.
Travel will be required for client meetings, outreach / events, office coverage.
Travel will be required for State business. 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 operates a personally owned vehicle on State business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code [A.A.C.] R2-10-207.11).
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangement).
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, 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.
Job Duties :
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Review Applications and submit forms to ensure they meet all program requirements.
- Gather needed information from clients to determine program eligibility.
- Analyze and verify all documents and information received to determine the qualifying target group.
- Render eligibility decisions accurately in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.
- Maintain accurate record and data entry.
- Respond to written and telephone inquiries from employers / agents, participating agencies, and other DES entities.
- Communicate with employers, employer representatives, and other state agencies to obtain information. On Behalf of DES, deliver presentations to employers, employer representatives, and other state agencies to obtain information.
- Maintain positive working relationships with peers, management, and both internal and external Confer with the supervisor for clarification on policies and procedures as needed.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings, and presentations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :
Selective Preference(s) :
The ideal candidate for this position will have :
Pre-Employment Requirements :
Benefits :
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :
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 pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement :
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.
Contact Us :
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Erika Parra at (602) 309.9470 or email Eparramartinez@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 (602) 309.9470 or emailing Eparramartinez@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
Salary : $41,693
