Program Specialist

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Job Summary: This position reports to the DBE Supportive Services Program Manager and will support the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Workforce Development/On-the-Job Training (OJT) Supportive Services Programs. Assist with planning, implementing, and supporting outreach events including workshops, webinars, conferences, expos, and workforce development initiatives. Responsibilities include event management, marketing support, consultant coordination, administrative duties, and data review. The role oversees consultant and vendor invoicing, supports external communication efforts such as newsletters, and manages the program inbox.

It also represents the agency at industry events and prepares required reports related to the programs. 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 Location: BECO
1801 W Jefferson St,
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details: Salary: $61,550.010 - $71,550.010
Anticipated Salary: $66,550.010
Grade: 20
Closing Date: 03/10/2026

Job Duties: Implement and manage DBE & Workforce Development Supportive Services initiatives and programs to meet community and stakeholder needs in highway construction and professional services. Support outreach for small businesses, enroll/follow up with individuals to complete OSHA 10 and Flagger courses, and identify technical assistance stakeholders to coordinate training. Engage with industry and local communities to raise awareness of small business advancement and workforce challenges.

Share resources to foster collaboration for small business and workforce development. Attend industry outreach and training events across Arizona, speaking publicly to promote small‑business and workforce development initiatives throughout the state. Oversee budget planning and allocation for DBE Supportive Services throughout the year, ensuring efficient use of resources and compliance with contracts and funding requirements. Identify skills gaps and workforce needs by engaging with small businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations.

• Federal and local government small business and workforce programs.
• Federal and State program requirements that support workforce and small business initiatives in accordance with the regulations of the U.S.
• Department of Transportation (USDOT), 49 CFR Part 26, 49 CFR Part 23

• Coordinating training and events, developing programs, compiling data and reports
• Public speaking, community engagement, and outreach efforts
• Effective time management
• Facilitation/coordination of meetings, groups, training, and education
• Gathering, analyzing and managing data and preparing timely and accurate reports
• Process improvement and standard work process principles
• Identify data to be tracked and complete analysis to manage/achieve key performance metrics
• Effective internal/external communication, problem solving skills, planning and organization
• Creating, developing, coordinating, and delivering training and presentations to adult learners

• Communicate effectively verbally with internal and external stakeholders
• Reason logically, accurately and draw valid solutions
• Read, comprehend and apply written material such as statutes, regulations and other resource materials
• Prepare accurate and timely reports
• Write clear concise reports, letters, emails, or other forms of written communication
• Meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Remain calm and effectively manage and resolve conflicts
• Use Google Workspace
• Budget and allocate resources
• Effectively collaborate and build/establish partnerships
• Identify and implement process changes,…