OUTREACH COORDINATOR

SECRETARY OF STATE (DEPT OF STATE)SECRETARY OF STATE (DEPT OF STATE)The mission of the Office of the Arizona Secretary of State is to provide services throughout the state to:Preserve our historyPromote engagement; andProtect the futureThe office strives to achieve this mission by being trusted, accessible, innovative, and secureOUTREACH COORDINATORJob Location:Address: 1700 W. Washington St. | Phoenix, AZ 85007Posting Details:Salary: 65,000Grade: 19Job Summary:The Outreach Coordinator/Tribal Liaison reports directly to the Director of Outreach This position has two complementary objectives: coordinating statewide outreach efforts and developing ongoing relationships and communication between the office and any Native American nations, tribes, pueblos or stakeholders affected by the SoS office. A successful candidate will be able to assist in the development of meaningful relationships with diverse communities throughout the state, promote the mission of the Office of the Secretary of State, while identifying gaps in the agency's services, and plan for and implement methods for addressing those gaps.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:Communicate and collaborate with community leaders and tribal members and administrations to ensure that all phases of the electoral process are accessible. This would include assisting and/or conducting voter registration drives.Serve as liaison between the Secretary of State's Office and community groups as well as tribal administrations and communicate with tribal voting rights coordinators and community voter outreach and engagement advocates regularly. Collaborate closely to build strong relationships with all departments at the Arizona Secretary of State’s office, as well as with counties and other organizations around the state.Assist with the efforts of the Outreach Advisory Committee.Overseeing the Native Voting Hour show, including its processes, presentations, and everything related to it.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge of cultural diversity and issues that impact a community Knowledge of election procedures and processes, election field work, customer service Strong knowledge of Native American policy, cultures, histories and government relations, including concepts of sovereignty and self- determinationDemonstrated experience in addressing problems, defining relevant issues, drawing sound conclusions, and making responsible recommendations Highly developed oral and written communication skills; excellent phone presentation skills, excellent verbal and visual presentation skills Demonstrated project management experience in developing presentations, marketing and community outreach plans Excellent problem solving, decision making, and organizational skills, with ability to prioritize a heavy workload under pressure and competing assignmentsAbility to work independently, meet critical deadlines and targets and demonstrate excellent follow up skills Political sensitivity and ability to interact with diverse groups of individuals at all organizational levels Ability to build lasting relationshipsSelective Preference(s):Pre-Employment Requirements:Valid AZ Driver's License without restrictions.In-state travel is required for this position. This position requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207 12). Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration.Requirements: High School Diploma/GED Certificate and one year of related experience that includes knowledge of election procedures and processes, election field work, customer service. Bilingual fluency in Native Language in area of assignment or Spanish. Minimum of one year of experience working within or with Native American communities.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.All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).Benefits:The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:Sick leaveVacation with 10 paid holidays per yearPaid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).Health and dental insuranceRetirement planLife insurance and long-term disability insuranceOptional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insuranceBy 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 pageRetirement:To help you build a financially secure future, the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will contribute to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words, you and the State will each pay 50% of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27-week wait period for contributions to begin.Contact Us:The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.