• Job Description

  Req#: 522375

  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 that every child, adult, and family in Arizona will be safe and economically secure. DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to make Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable.

  EXAMINER TECHNICIAN 2

  Job Location:

  Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS)
  Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax
  1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007
  www.azdes.gov
  

  Posting Details:

  Salary: $14.8500/hourly ($30,888.00 annually)
  

  Grade: 13
  

  Closing Date: Open until sufficient resumes are received

  Job Summary:

  Would you like to be part of an amazing team that makes Arizona stronger by helping Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for the vulnerable? The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) is looking for individuals that 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.
  
  The Department of Economic Security, Division of Employment and Rehabilitation Services (DERS) strengthens Arizona communities by bridging and minimizing gaps to employment and independence.
  
  We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as an Examiner Technician 2 with the Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax. This position is responsible to ensure Tax documents are processed, tracked, filed, and completed in a timely manner.

  Job Duties:

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Examine and identify the Power of Attorney for processing and compliance with Federal and State law. Determine appropriate index information needed based on the document type and applied procedures.
  • In compliance with Arizona Revised Statutes, prepare liens and releases to be filed/recorded with the Secretary of State and County Agencies.
  • Reviews requests for levy to ensure the required notifications are met prior to the requests being sent. Types, mails, updates levy log to ensure all have been returned in a timely manner.
  • Types, reviews, and mails correspondence. Updates employer account with new address, email, and phone numbers.
  • Retrieve phone messages to determine correct department.

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

  • Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining the submission of legal documents for collection enforcement.
  • Skills in Organizational, Mathematical, Spelling and Grammar, Computer, Customer Service.
  • Ability to examine documents to determine legal compliance with relevant laws, rules and regulations.

  Selective Preference(s):

  • N/A

  Pre-Employment Requirements:

  • All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
  • Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

  Benefits:

  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

  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

  Retirement:

  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.

  Contact Us:

  For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Maritza Duffy at (602) 679-5360 or email MaritzaDuffy@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 (602) 679-5360 or emailing maritzaduffy@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

• About the company

  Arizona is on a mission to become the #1 state in the nation in which to live, work, play, get an education, and retire. Arizona state government plays a vital role in making this happen, and in order to maximize our potential the State of Arizona must operate in way that demonstrates a business-like approach. We are looking for enthusiastic and talented people to join the team.

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