Remote Deputy Assistant Director Surface Water

State of Arizona; Gilbert (AZ); Remote; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Accrual of sick and annual leave

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Commuter subsidy

Work/life balance

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) seeks a Deputy Assistant Director to drive operational excellence for the Surface Water Quality Division. Reporting to the Division Director, you will manage budgets, mentor managers, and engineer data-driven systems to protect Arizona’s water resources.

Key responsibilities include Lean leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, with a remote work option within Arizona for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Senior management principles and Lean CPI knowledge.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Stakeholder engagement and public communications.

Responsibilities

• Lead division operations and budgeting.
• Mentor program managers and staff.
• Engage with stakeholders and elected officials.
• Promote Lean continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) seeks a Deputy Assistant Director to drive operational excellence for the Surface Water Quality Division. Reporting to the Division Director, you will manage budgets, mentor managers, and engineer data-driven systems to protect Arizona’s water resources.

Key responsibilities include Lean leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, with a remote work option within Arizona for full-time staff.