OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

Office 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.

1400 West Washington Street

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 

Grade: 23

Closing Date: Open until business needs are met

Workforce Program Compliance Specialist ensures that employment and training programs adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, as defined by the AZ RHT Federal Contract. The Program Compliance Specialist will support audits, monitor subcontractor performance, maintain accurate participant records, provide technical assistance to staff, and implement corrective actions to ensure compliant, high-quality service delivery. Reports directly to the AZ Healthcare Workforce Office Program Manager. 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.

Monitoring & Auditing:
Conduct regular audits of client files, eligibility documentation, and financial records for compliance with policies and RHT protocols.

Regulatory Compliance:
Ensure programs operate within federal, state, and local regulations.

Technical Assistance & Training:
Provide training to workforce partners and staff on compliance requirements, reporting systems, and best practices.

Reporting & Data Management:
Generate and submit comprehensive program performance reports.

Investigation & Corrective Action:
Investigate alleged misconduct or fraud and develop corrective action plans for non-compliant program areas.

Contract Administration:
Review and monitor subcontracts and program service agreements.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:
• Strong understanding of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) regulations and grant management.
• Grant compliance, auditing, and workforce development.

Skill in:
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for reporting and training.

Ability to:
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with both internal colleagues and external partners.
• Analyze data to evaluate program performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Preferred 3-7+ years of experience in workforce development, grants management, and compliance roles.

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

Salary : $65,000 - $80,000