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OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITYOffice of the Economic Opportunity Mission: Strengthen Arizona's workforce and economy.
The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) coordinates workforce development strategy and evaluation, monitors the state's tax and regulatory competitiveness, and produces labor market, economic and demographic research and analysis. OEO is also home to the Arizona Finance Authority, which offers innovative, responsible, and sustainable financing solutions for public and private borrowers.

Job Location:

1400 West Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 
Grade: 26
Closing Date: Open until business needs are met

Job Summary:

Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Grants & Compliance Team, ensuring all federal, state, and discretionary grant programs administered by the Office of Economic Opportunity comply with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures. This position serves as the agency's subject matter expert on federal grant compliance, particularly 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards). Reports to the Deputy Finance 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.

Job Duties:

Supervisory & Leadership -
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance of professional staff, ensuring balanced workload distribution and adequate program coverage. Design and implement comprehensive training programs focused on 2 CFR Part 200, federal grant regulations, and compliance best practices. Establish clear metrics and accountability standards to optimize team operations and service delivery. Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding initiatives to build and maintain a skilled compliance workforce.
Fiscal Agent Compliance Oversight -
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive grant compliance policies and procedures aligned with federal and state regulations. Oversee the subrecipient monitoring program, including risk assessments, monitoring schedules, desk reviews, and on-site visits. Review and approve monitoring reports, findings, and corrective action plans to ensure program integrity. Ensure timely resolution of compliance issues, audit findings, and questioned costs. Monitor changes in federal and state regulations and update agency policies accordingly. Serve as the agency liaison for all federal and state compliance reviews and audits.
Grant Administration -
Review and approve grant award packages, modifications, budget amendments, and closeout documentation. Oversee the grant application intake process and ensure timely processing of all awards. Coordinate with program staff regarding specific grant requirements, deliverables, and reporting obligations. Ensure proper documentation and record retention for all grant activities to maintain audit readiness. Manage the contract and procurement function to ensure strict compliance with federal procurement standards.
Technical Assistance & Training -
Provide technical assistance and guidance to subrecipients on federal grant requirements, allowable costs, and compliance expectations. Develop and deliver training programs, workshops, and orientation sessions for new grantees. Create guidance documents, toolkits, and templates to support subrecipient compliance and operational consistency. Respond to complex compliance inquiries from internal and external stakeholders to resolve regulatory issues.
Risk Management & Reporting -
Manage the subrecipient risk assessment process and recommend appropriate monitoring levels based on identified vulnerabilities. Prepare comprehensive compliance reports and strategic briefings for agency leadership. Identify systemic compliance issues across grant programs and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) and federal grant regulations.
Strong understanding of federal cost principles, audit requirements, and procurement standards.
Comprehensive knowledge of grant lifecycle management and subrecipient monitoring frameworks.
Skill in:
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills for complex fiscal issues. Superior written and verbal communication skills for high-level reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and specialized grant management systems.
Ability to:
Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for multi-unit teams.
Interpret evolving federal and state regulations and update agency policies accordingly.
Manage the subrecipient risk assessment process and identify systemic compliance issues.

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in federal grant administration, compliance, or auditing. Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
Experience with workforce development programs (WIOA, Wagner-Peyser, etc.) strongly preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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).

Benefits:

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

Retirement:

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.

Contact Us:

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

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