DPS Technical Project & Operations Employee

Salary : $78,897.72 - $121,860.54 Annually
Location : Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 17698-26-01Unc
Division: Technical Services Division
Opening Date: 05/22/2026

Summary Statement

Under administrative direction, performs work in a structured or unstructured environment to apply technical project, program, or portfolio management skills, technical writing, technical inspections or audits, analysis, and technical training development and delivery. May rotate assignments within the agency to lead or contribute to administrative, professional, or technical processes and projects. Performs related duties as assigned or directed. This classification is designated as UNCOVERED. Incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Apply promptly; application period may close without notice.
Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)

1. Directs and coordinates technical project, program, or portfolio activities related to or including planning, organizing, controlling, cost and resource estimating, analyzing, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
2. Performs technical research, analysis, planning, and writing.
3. Completes technical audits and inspections related to technical or professional Department operations, systems, and activities.
4. Develops and delivers technical training and curricula.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Technical English, spelling, grammar and punctuation required to produce highly technical reports, project plans, technical audits and/or course development.
2. Information technology industry project management principles.
3. Principles of completing audits and inspections.
4. Operational and strategic planning.
5. Technical training and curricula development and delivery.

SKILL IN:
1. The use of computer hardware.
2. The use of common word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
3. The use of advanced software for project planning and management.
4. Program and project planning, scheduling managing, and implementation.
5. Completing formal technical audits, inspections, and resulting reports of audits and technical analysis.
6. Completing technical documents, process reviews and maps and risks assessments.
7. Developing comprehensive strategic and operational planning for technical projects.
8. Technical written and verbal communication, including training and curricula development.

ABILITY TO:
1. Work independently and as part of a team.
2. Establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
3. Develop and deliver technical presentations to small and large groups.
4. Communicate orally and in writing to present information in a logical and understandable format.
5. Work within stringent deadlines to complete work assignments.
6. Adapt to changing priorities and assignments.
7. Adhere to established policy and use good judgement in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
8. Evaluate information, make decisions based on analysis, and take appropriate action.
Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Public Administration, Education, Criminal Justice, Legal or a related field addressing the position's essential knowledge areas; AND three (3) years combined experience in coordinating or managing projects, OR completing audits/inspections, OR technical writing and reporting, OR technical training development and delivery.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Primarily office setting.
2. Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency Call-outs on a 24-hour basis.
3. Ability to travel extensively throughout the state.

Must pass a background investigation.
A summary of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Benefits is linked
01

Are you legally entitled to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Public Administration, Education, Criminal Justice, Legal or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

If applicable, please list your degree and major and/or the number of college units you have completed.
04

Do you possess at least three (3) years' combined experience in coordinating or managing projects, completing audits/inspections, technical writing and reporting, OR technical training development and delivery?

• Yes
• No

05

Describe your experience in coordinating or managing projects. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
06

Describe your experience completing audits and/or inspections. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
07

Describe your experience in technical writing and reporting. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
08

Describe your experience in technical training development and delivery. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
09

I have read, understand, and agree to the requirements and working conditions associated with this classification.

• Yes
• No

10

DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following:• Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest, are prohibited.• Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards.I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I will need to meet the standards above.

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona?

• Yes
• No

12

I understand if selected for a position, I will take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my background including any past drug use. Providing untruthful or misleading answers will result in disqualification. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my prior drug use will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection.

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other drug, for sale?

• Yes
• No

14

Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, marijuana extracts, or marijuana edibles) legally or illegally within the last six (6) months.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

15

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

16

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

17

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

18

Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

19

Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

20

Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

Required Question

Salary : $78,897.72 - $121,860.54 Annually
Location : Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 17698-26-01Unc
Division: Technical Services Division
Opening Date: 05/22/2026

Summary Statement

Under administrative direction, performs work in a structured or unstructured environment to apply technical project, program, or portfolio management skills, technical writing, technical inspections or audits, analysis, and technical training development and delivery. May rotate assignments within the agency to lead or contribute to administrative, professional, or technical processes and projects. Performs related duties as assigned or directed. This classification is designated as UNCOVERED. Incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

Apply promptly; application period may close without notice.
Essential Functions (not intended to be all inclusive)

1. Directs and coordinates technical project, program, or portfolio activities related to or including planning, organizing, controlling, cost and resource estimating, analyzing, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
2. Performs technical research, analysis, planning, and writing.
3. Completes technical audits and inspections related to technical or professional Department operations, systems, and activities.
4. Develops and delivers technical training and curricula.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Technical English, spelling, grammar and punctuation required to produce highly technical reports, project plans, technical audits and/or course development.
2. Information technology industry project management principles.
3. Principles of completing audits and inspections.
4. Operational and strategic planning.
5. Technical training and curricula development and delivery.

SKILL IN:
1. The use of computer hardware.
2. The use of common word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
3. The use of advanced software for project planning and management.
4. Program and project planning, scheduling managing, and implementation.
5. Completing formal technical audits, inspections, and resulting reports of audits and technical analysis.
6. Completing technical documents, process reviews and maps and risks assessments.
7. Developing comprehensive strategic and operational planning for technical projects.
8. Technical written and verbal communication, including training and curricula development.

ABILITY TO:
1. Work independently and as part of a team.
2. Establish and maintain effective professional relationships.
3. Develop and deliver technical presentations to small and large groups.
4. Communicate orally and in writing to present information in a logical and understandable format.
5. Work within stringent deadlines to complete work assignments.
6. Adapt to changing priorities and assignments.
7. Adhere to established policy and use good judgement in safeguarding confidential or sensitive information.
8. Evaluate information, make decisions based on analysis, and take appropriate action.
Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Public Administration, Education, Criminal Justice, Legal or a related field addressing the position's essential knowledge areas; AND three (3) years combined experience in coordinating or managing projects, OR completing audits/inspections, OR technical writing and reporting, OR technical training development and delivery.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Primarily office setting.
2. Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency Call-outs on a 24-hour basis.
3. Ability to travel extensively throughout the state.

Must pass a background investigation.
A summary of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Benefits is linked
01

Are you legally entitled to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Public Administration, Education, Criminal Justice, Legal or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

03

If applicable, please list your degree and major and/or the number of college units you have completed.
04

Do you possess at least three (3) years' combined experience in coordinating or managing projects, completing audits/inspections, technical writing and reporting, OR technical training development and delivery?

• Yes
• No

05

Describe your experience in coordinating or managing projects. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
06

Describe your experience completing audits and/or inspections. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
07

Describe your experience in technical writing and reporting. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
08

Describe your experience in technical training development and delivery. List the employer where you gained this experience. If you do not possess experience in this area, indicate n/a.
09

I have read, understand, and agree to the requirements and working conditions associated with this classification.

• Yes
• No

10

DPS Guidelines for Tattoos, Body Art, and Body Alterations include but are not limited to the following:• Tattoos, body art, and body alterations on exposed areas of the head, face, tongue, mouth, teeth, neck, and chest, are prohibited.• Tattoos on the face are prohibited, except for cosmetic tattoos correcting medical conditions or permanent facial makeup that adheres to grooming standards.I understand, if employed by the Department of Public Safety, I will need to meet the standards above.

• Yes
• No

11

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or an offense which would be a felony if committed in the state of Arizona?

• Yes
• No

12

I understand if selected for a position, I will take a polygraph and answer questions regarding my background including any past drug use. Providing untruthful or misleading answers will result in disqualification. I certify the responses I provide to the following questions regarding my prior drug use will be true and accurate to the best of my recollection.

• Yes
• No

13

Have you ever sold, produced, cultivated, or transported marijuana, or any other drug, for sale?

• Yes
• No

14

Please select the option below which details any marijuana usage (e.g., THC extracts, cannabis, hashish, marijuana extracts, or marijuana edibles) legally or illegally within the last six (6) months.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

15

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony within the last seven (7) years. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

16

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony since turning 21 years of age. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

17

Please select the option that details any dangerous drug, illegal narcotic or vaporous substance usage NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition or used in a bona fide religious ceremony during your lifetime. (Does not include marijuana or heroin.)

• None
• 1 time
• 2 - 3 times
• 4 - 5 times
• 6 - 8 times
• more than 8 times

18

Please select the option below which details any Adderall or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

19

Please select the option below which details any steroid or similar drug usage within the last three (3) years NOT prescribed by a physician for the purpose of treating a medical condition.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

20

Please select the option below which details your heroin usage over your lifetime.

• None
• 1 - 5 times
• 6 - 10 times
• 11 - 20 times
• 21 - 30 times
• More than 30 times

Required Question

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