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.

APPELLATE SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE COUNSEL

Job Location:

Office of Inspector General (OIG)
2200 North Central Avenue, Phoneix, Arizona 85004

Posting Details:

Salary: $110,000-$120,000 

Grade: 26

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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 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!

DES is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Administrative Counsel of Appellate Services Administration (ASA). Are you a seasoned attorney and a proven leader ready to transform and elevate a team of legal professionals? This position isn't just a management role; it's an opportunity to inspire, develop, and guide a strong and diverse team of attorneys, driving them towards unparalleled productivity, collaborative success, and a renewed focus on client-centric service.

As the Administrator, you'll tackle the unique challenge of managing a robust legal team, fostering an environment where they not only excel in their current roles but also eagerly embrace new substantive areas of law. Your leadership will ensure timely hearings and well-crafted, clear decisions that even non-legal audiences can easily understand. You'll champion process improvements, cultivate a culture of collaboration, and empower your team to earnestly seek ways to enhance customer/client experience by sharing knowledge and supporting one another. This pivotal role offers the flexibility of intermittent remote work within Arizona, based on DES's business needs and your consistent achievement of performance goals. The State of Arizona values a work culture that promotes flexibility, autonomy, and trust, with many employees benefiting from our Remote Work Program.

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 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:

• Transformative Leadership: Directly supervise, direct, coach, and develop a team of attorneys, implementing 360-degree reviews to foster growth and address challenges effectively. You'll be the architect of their increased productivity and willingness to master new legal areas.
• Strategic Oversight: Provide comprehensive managerial oversight of ASA, ensuring active engagement and compliance with all federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Program Mastery: Develop a comprehensive understanding of the major DES programs that ASA conducts initial and secondary appeals for, leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision-making.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee and directly handle all personnel matters, including hiring, discipline, and performance evaluations, with a focus on team development and performance. You'll also oversee and direct the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and work processes, ensuring they support timely hearings and clear decisions.
• Fiscal Stewardship: Manage ASA budget expenditures to ensure the efficient use of all resources.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate and/or directly respond to complaints or inquiries from supervisors, hearing parties, federal oversight agencies, and other stakeholders, ensuring clear and prompt communication.
• Legal & Policy Innovation: Propose, analyze, and implement