DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME)
Family Assistance Administration (FAA)
Centralized Document Services (CDS)
8620 North 22nd Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85021

Salary: $22.9716 / Hourly ($47,780.93 Annually) 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: March 23, 2026

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!

The Department of Economic Security, Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Benefits and Eligibility Supervisor for Centralized Document Services (CDS). This position supervises, plans and coordinates the operations of a program of one or more benefits and eligibility units involved in the determination and issuance of public assistance and is responsible for effective supervision and administration of the divisions eligibility program(s) staff to include staff development and training, succession planning, performance management, and related activities, and works with other managers and staff to evaluate and implement goals, responsibilities, policies and procedures of the division.

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and adjust workloads. Implement regulations or policy changes that affect the day-to-day operations of the unit.
  
• Assists staff with difficult and complex cases, including providing consultation with employees, handling some cases personally, making decisions on controversial cases, and consulting with senior management on recommended actions.
  
• Ensure the timeliness and accuracy of services delivered; identify and resolve existing and potential problems according to agency policies and program goals and objectives. Compile and review statistical data associated with unit activities from case records, logs, computer files, and other sources, and prepare requested reports.
  
• Conduct quality control and error management and prevention in eligibility services program(s) to include conducting case reviews, evaluating accuracy, timeliness, and productivity utilizing quality and quantity data from program reports, identifying error trends, implementing corrective action plans, developing, and conducting related training.
  
• Evaluates staffing needs, participates in hiring panels, and makes recommendations for effective use of personnel resources.

Knowledge of:

• Interviewing and assessment techniques.
  
• Customer service practices.
  
• Program development, administration, and service delivery related to the program or programs in the area of responsibility, which may include employment services, eligibility, provider, and/or social services.

Skills in:

• Written and verbal communication to explain and interpret Federal and State laws, statutes, rules, regulations, and guidelines applicable to the area of assignment.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with internal management and staff, and with a variety of external stakeholders.
  
• Identify, analyze, and evaluate situations or problems to determine appropriate courses of action.
  
• Analyze laws, regulations, and policies to ensure all programs and activities are in compliance.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Three (3) years’ experience performing DBME Family Assistance Administration eligibility work.
  
• High school diploma or equivalent education.

• 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.
• 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
  
• Paid vacation and sick time
  
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
  
• Deferred compensation plan
  
• Wellness plans
  
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
• Stipend Opportunities
  
• Infant at Work Program
  
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
  
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

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

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 regarding this career opportunity, please contact Alex Rivera at 480-910-0533 or AlejandroRivera@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 Alex Rivera at 480-910-0533 or email AlejandroRivera@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.