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Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonians 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!
The Department of Economic Security is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Instructional Designer. This position is responsible for the development of agency-wide training curriculum. The position designs, develops, implements, revises, and evaluates course materials that meet both training through assessments, surveys, and meetings with work groups, consulting with systems business analysts and Department policy staff, and conducting interviews with subject matter experts (SMEs) on organizational requirements and performance measures.
This position may be available for remote work within Arizona (one day per month in the office /hoteling).
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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Designing, developing, and revising courses for delivery in a variety of media to all Department employees.
• Using effective training and uses training technology to develop and deliver learning products.
• Identifying training needs on an ongoing basis through assessments, surveys, meeting with work groups, consulting with business analysts and policy staff.
• Communicating evaluation data to stakeholders and modifying training based on evaluation data.
• Researching Department policies and procedures, State and Federal guidelines, databases, legal requirements, and knowledge of skills levels needed for course development.
• Prepare audio and visual materials related to assigned area.
• Assesses change for present and future needs to develop educational goals and objectives.
• Initiates related curriculum, instructor guides, reports, and correspondence.
Knowledge of:
• Adult learning principles.
• Project planning concepts and practices.
• Instructional design strategy methods, evaluations, and Phillips ROI Model preferred.
Skills in:
• Problem analysis, research, and resolution.
• Customer service and team building.
• Instructional system design, including distance learning technology.
• Interpersonal relations.
Ability to:
• Plan, organize, and coordinate the execution of training programs.
• Evaluate and improve training program materials and courses.
• Adapt and maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or work environment.
• Speak and write effectively.
• Continually upskill by learning new tools and procedures to enhance design and project management effectiveness.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an applicable subject area, such as Human Resources Development, Adult Education, Psychology, English, or similar field.
• One year of experience training adult learners as a fill-time trainer responsible for instruction and group or team.
• 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. 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).
• Successfully pass background and reference check; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the Agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
• Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
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
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.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Linn Carrasco (480) 578-7016 lcarrasco@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 (480) 578-7016 or lcarrasco@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (AMS)
All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every state employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.
State employees are highly engaged, collaborative and embrace a culture of public service.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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
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