RHTP Participant Engagement Specialist

OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) is committed to advancing Arizona's workforce and fostering opportunities for well-paying jobs, in line with Governor Hobbs's vision. Collaborating with state, federal, local, tribal, educational, business, labor, and community partners, OEO serves as the state's workforce planning coordinator, conducts economic and demographic research, and provides employment and demographic analysis.

OEO also supports the Arizona Finance Authority (AFA), ensuring streamlined financing for businesses, community infrastructure, and first-time home buyers. AFA prioritizes delivering affordable financing swiftly, serving as a one-stop resource for various financial needs to promote Arizona's growth and development.

RHTP Participant Engagement Specialist

Job Location:

1400 West Washington Street

Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $51,625 - $80,000

Grade: 23

Closing Date: October 2, 2026 (First review of resumes September 24)

Job Summary:

The RHTP Participant Engagement Specialist ensures that all employment and training programs, healthcare subawards, and partner service agreements strictly adhere to federal, state, and local contract regulations as defined by the AZ RHT Federal Contract. This role conducts regular client file and financial record audits, monitors subcontractor performance, provides technical assistance on compliance and reporting systems, manages contract administration, and implements corrective action plans to mitigate risk and ensure high-quality program execution.

*Disclaimer - 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:

• Monitoring & Auditing: Conduct regular audits of client files, eligibility documentation, and financial records for compliance with policies and RHT protocols.
• Regulatory Compliance & Policy Oversight: Ensure all workforce development programs, education pathways, and subgrantee operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain active alignment with public policy frameworks and governing grant mandates.
• Contract Administration & Service Agreements: Review, monitor, and administer subcontracts, program service agreements, and subrecipient performance metrics.
• Technical Assistance & Training: Provide training to workforce partners and staff on compliance requirements, reporting systems, and best practices.
• Reporting & Data Management: Provide direct technical assistance and training to workforce partners, educational institutions, and internal staff regarding regulatory compliance requirements, reporting systems, and best practices.
• 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, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Public Policy & Regulatory Frameworks: In-depth knowledge of public policy, federal grant management, CMS contract guidelines, and administrative oversight standards.

Skill in:

• Auditing & Monitoring: Demonstrated expertise in conducting client file, eligibility, and financial audits, as well as establishing standardized subrecipient monitoring protocols.
• Analytical & Data Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex programmatic and financial data to evaluate performance, track compliance metrics, and identify operational risks.
• Software Proficiency: High proficiency in database management tools, CRM platforms, compliance tracking software, Google Apps, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to:

• Communication & Technical Assistance: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to author detailed compliance reports, deliver technical assistance, and train workforce partners on regulatory systems.

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
• 3 to 7+ years of relevant experience in regulatory compliance, grants management, auditing, or contract administration within workforce development, healthcare, or public sector systems.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

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:

• 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 programhere. 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 View email address on apply.j-vers.com