GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

Arizona State Government; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays

Parental Leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Optional employee benefits

Job summary

Arizona State Government is seeking a Governance and Compliance Advisor to safeguard the integrity of the state’s workforce system. You will guide governance practices, oversee compliance with WIOA, and coordinate with Local Workforce Development Boards and the Workforce Arizona Council to ensure transparent operations and strong regulatory alignment.

Remote work within Arizona may be possible; the role emphasizes open meetings, policy development, and cross‑agency collaboration to support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related experience in a program or project management position.
• Experience with workforce development in public or private sectors; governance and compliance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret regulations and translate them into guidance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze regulations governing workforce development programs to provide guidance to LWDBs.
• Provide hands‑on governance guidance and policy implementation to WIOA standards.
• Foster relationships with LWDB leadership and stakeholders to support statewide objectives.
• Provide updates to the Council on LWDB adherence to WIOA requirements and state policies.
• Coordinate with the Arizona DES to align policy implementation and monitoring.

Skills

Regulatory Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Training & Capacity Building

Communication & Presentation

Meetings & Event Coordination

Job description

OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

Job Location:

Address: 1400 West Washington Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $72,099.00 Annually

Grade: 23

Closing Date: October 9, 2026

Job Summary:

The Governance and Compliance Advisor supports the integrity and effectiveness of Arizona’s workforce system through relationship management, regulatory oversight, and strategic alignment. This position provides compliance leadership and technical assistance to Arizona’s 12 Local Workforce Development Boards, working with board chairs, executive directors, and the State Workforce Development Board to ensure adherence to WIOA and related federal and state requirements. The key responsibilities include guiding governance practices, monitoring risk, supporting ethical and transparent operations, developing policy, overseeing corrective action plans, and ensuring required documentation and reporting are completed. The Advisor also develops policy and compliance recommendations for the Arizona Workforce Council Executive Committee and Board to support statewide workforce strategy.

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 Duties:

• Analyze and interpret federal and state regulations governing workforce development programs to provide clear, accessible, and consistent guidance to Arizona’s 12 Local Workforce Development Boards. Oversee and review all required local board compliance activities in accordance with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and directives from the Workforce Arizona Council, ensuring full adherence to governance, performance, and accountability requirements.
• Cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with local board executive directors and leadership, fostering open communication and alignment with state-level objectives. Provide hands‑on guidance and technical assistance to support the development and implementation of governance structures, policies, and procedures that meet WIOA standards while addressing regional Promote priorities. ethical Ensure standards consistency by in policy emphasizing implementation transparency, across all accountability, local boards, and integrity balancing in board statewide operations.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and ensure consistent alignment with federal WIOA regulations across Arizona's 12 Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs). Establish and maintain clear communication channels with local stakeholders, including LWDB leadership, government partners, employers, and community-based organizations to support effective governance and regulatory compliance. Represent the Workforce Arizona Council in local board meetings and discussions, facilitating collaboration and transparency on WIOA - related governances matters. Ensure accurate data and record keeping.
• Provide regular updates to the Council on each LWDB’s adherence to WIOA requirements and state policies. Implement structured mechanisms for engaging LWDBs and collecting feedback from local stakeholders to inform statewide policy improvements and strengthen compliance and governance processes across the workforce system.
• The Advisor partners with the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) to coordinate oversight activities, align policy implementation, and ensure integrated technical assistance and monitoring efforts across state and local levels. The Advisor also leads capacity‑building initiatives and training programs for Local Workforce Development Boards to strengthen governance capabilities, improve compliance readiness, and promote consistency in WIOA implementation statewide.
• The Advisor helps prepare agendas and materials for the Workforce Arizona Council and its Executive Committee, and provides logistical and strategic support to ensure meetings are well‑organized, compliant with open meeting laws, and aligned with statewide workforce priorities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Workforce Innovation and Opportunity (WIOA): Demonstrated expertise in the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, including its governance structure, funding mechanisms, performance accountability measures, and statutory obligations; and understanding of U.S. Department of Labor guidance, monitoring expectations, and compliance frameworks.
• Federal and State Workforce Policy: Knowledge of workforce governance at the federal, state, and local levels; and familiarity with Arizona-specific workforce initiatives, priorities, and the strategic role of the Workforce Arizona Council.
• Local Workforce Development Board Operations: Understanding of the structure, function, and responsibilities of Local Workforce Development Boards (LWBDs); and knowledge of board composition, ethical standards, membership requirements, and decision‑making processes within a public governance framework.
• Public Administration and Compliance: Strong understanding of public sector regulatory compliance, including the Arizona Public Meeting Law (A.R.S. §§ 38-431 et seq.) such as open meeting requirements, agenda posting, quorum rules, meeting minutes, and public transparency; knowledge of conflict of interest statutes, record retention policies, and other public sector administrative requirements; and organizational Governance and Risk Management: Knowledge of best practices in governance, oversight, internal controls, and risk mitigation strategies in complex, multi-stakeholder public programs.

Skills in:

• Regulatory Analysis and Policy Interpretation: Ability to analyze complex federal and state regulations and translate them into clear and accessible guidance for workforce boards and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management: Proficient in building and sustaining collaborative relationships with workforce boards, state agencies, employers, and community-based organizations; and skilled in navigating sensitive political and organizational environments.
• Training and Capacity Building: Ability to design and deliver technical assistance and training to local boards on compliance, governance, and performance requirements under WIOA.
• Communication and Presentation: Excellent written and verbal communications skills; and ability to prepare policy memos, compliance reports, meeting materials, and present to executive and public audiences.
• Meeting and Event Coordination: Experience planning and executing high-level meetings and events, including preparation of agendas, materials, and logistical support in compliance with Arizona's Open Meeting Law.

Abilities to:

• Strategic Alignment and Policy Development: Ability to identify policy gaps, assess local board alignment with strategic goals, and make informed recommendations to the Arizona Workforce Council and its Executive Committee.
• Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution: Skilled in managing compliance-related disputes, resolving ethical issues, and facilitating equitable outcomes in multi-stakeholder environments.
• Systems Thinking and Statewide Coordination: Ability to integrate information from multiple sources and promote coherence across local boards, state partners, and the broader workforce system.
• Project and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously , prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver high-quality outcomes under pressure.
• Adaptability and Continuous Improvement: Committed to ongoing learning and staying current with regulatory changes, policy trends, and national best practices in workforce governance

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years related experience in a program or project management position requiring interaction with a variety of stakeholders.
• Experience working with workforce development in a public or private sector capacity is highly preferred. Experience in governance and compliance.

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:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

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:

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Rose Ibe at [e-mail].