DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY

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DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life.

SECURITY AREA MANAGER

Job Location:

Office of Inspector General (OIG)
2255 Ina Road, Tucson, Arizona 85741

Posting Details:

Salary:  $50,807 - $56,453

Grade: 20

Closing Date:  March 8, 2026  

Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who 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. Come Join the DES Team!

The Department of Economic Security, Office of Inspector General (OIG), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team as an Investigator Senior (Security Area Manager). In cooperation with the DES Office of Inspector General, Protective Services Administration (PSA) senior leadership, the Investigator Senior (Security Area Manager) directs the development, implementation, and management of effective security strategies at multiple DES facilities in assigned areas of responsibility. This role develops, maintains, and updates security plans, procedures, and processes, to include those implemented by contracted security personnel.

The Security Area Manager conducts initial investigative activities as needed. Directs contract security staff, and DES staff at various facilities to ensure security needs are met. Conducts thorough investigations of incidents involving contracted security staff, submits Vendor Performance Reports of investigation and findings to Office of Procurement /State Procurement. Travel required for State business.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely within Arizona based upon the department's needs and continual meetings 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, 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:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develops, implements, and maintains security processes, practices and policies to reduce risks and responds to critical incidents. Assists in mitigating security situations involving contract security personnel, employees, and/or clients. Identifies witnesses, liaisons with law enforcement and/or emergency personnel as necessary and assist in investigative activities as needed. Travel required for State business.
• Directs the workflow for the security staff within the assigned region and reviews post orders at various facilities. Ensures all goals and objectives are met timely and effectively.
• Establishes training programs and provides instruction for security personnel. Performs physical security spot checks at facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable policies, standards and contract requirements. Develops and conducts Security Awareness Training for all DES Employees.
• Oversees the tracking and trending of employee and visitor security. This includes referencing all incident reports and field investigations. Presents security findings and recommendations to the OIG PSA and facility leadership. Researches and recommends technology solutions and security management techniques to safeguard the organization’s assets.
• Conducts security assessment of assigned facilities in the field. Ensures the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) model is followed. Orchestrates on-site internal and external security inspection of facilities and analyze crime trends /statistics, to identify security concerns.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Federal, state and local laws relating to security, law enforcement, search and seizure, arrest and use of force procedures firearms and tactics utilized in emergency situations
• Emergency procedures; security, fire and environmental alarm systems and the action appropriate in the event of their activation
• First Aid
• Effective management and leadership skills
• Electronic devices (i.e. radio and communications, computers, monitors, recording, and photography) and other security equipment; Google Suite products
• Evidence handling procedures
• Intelligence gathering and crime analysis processes
• Methods and techniques of statistical research, analysis, and probability modeling
• Crime analysis or investigations

Skills In:

• Understanding complex written documents and policies, and interpret how those policies should be applied at a local level
• Preparing and editing official correspondence and prepare, format, and edit tables and charts
• Preparing clear, concise, and accurate oral and written reports
• Understanding and applying crisis management techniques
• Reviewing and evaluation of activities and develop effective methods for improvement
• Preparing training materials and presenting training in individual, small and large group settings

Ability to:

• Establish effective working relationships, both internal and external to the Department
• Direct contracted staff toward the effective accomplishment of their duties and responsibilities
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe and effective manner and not be hazard to self or others
• Assume duties and responsibilities in the absence of the department supervisor for short periods
• Develop local security policies and procedures at the direction of senior management
• Conduct fact finding research
• Maintain confidence and composure in high stress situations

Selective Preference(s):

This ideal candidate for this position will have:
N/A

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Travel will be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.) AND have an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months including no DUI, suspension or revocations and less than 8 points on your license. If an Out of State Driver License was held within the last 39 months, a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) is required prior to driving for State Business. Employees may be required to use their own transportation as well as maintaining valid motor vehicle insurance and current Arizona vehicle registration; however, mileage will be reimbursed.
• 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.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
• Employee shall have a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07 in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
• The ability to secure and maintain clearance from the Department of Child Safety (DCS) Central Registry and the Adult Protective Services (APS) Registry.
• Due to the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of an Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) background check is required prior to receiving a job offer pursuant to 28 CFR 20.21(f)(4)(i). Must obtain ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification within 30 days of hire and maintain certification throughout the course of this assignment with the unit.

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
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities

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 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 us at (480) 435-0897 or email OODHRstaffing@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 (480) 435-0897 or OODHRStaffing@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.