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DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona.
DES works with families, community organizations, advocates and state and federal partners to realize our collective vision: A thriving Arizona.
DES serves more than 3 million Arizonans. Our Mission is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. PRIVACY OFFICER Job Location: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
1789 West Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Posting Details: Salary: $54,000.00 - $58,000.00
Grade: 20
Closing Date: March 12, 2025 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, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Privacy Officer. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities, and their families, services and supports that are flexible, high quality, and member driven. These services empower individuals with developmental disabilities to lead self-directed, healthy, and meaningful lives.
Applicants for this position cannot be licensed or certified by the DDD Office of Licensing Certification and Regulation, cannot have a principal interest in or have a spouse or a close family with principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Monitors, reviews and assesses all incidents involving reported Privacy violations and takes the necessary steps to reach a resolution when a breach has occurred. Tracks and trends root causes of breaches and developing recommendations to mitigate further risks.
● Responsible for high level projects for continuous improvement. Developing an Annual Improvement Plan complying with the seven elements of compliance. Perform or oversee the initial and periodic information privacy risk assessment/analysis, mitigation, and remediation.
● Drafts, reviews, and submits related policies and procedures. Provides technical assistance to the Division regarding HIPAA requirements which may include attending events in the districts. Provides written information to members, families, and other state agencies, and will coordinate with the DES Privacy Officer.
● Performs quality checks of records to ensure there is no breach for improper disposal.
Knowledge in:
● Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
● Research methods and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
● State records retention schedule and State procedures.
Skills in:
● Using computer software, (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Sheets Google email, LAN applications such as FOCUS and office products.
● Concrete and logical thinking.
● Oral and written communication with diverse groups of people including all levels of staff, families/guardians, vendors, the public, and AHCCCS.
Ability to:
● Write complex technical reports and present data to diverse audiences.
● Develop procedures and plans for various projects.
● Analyze problems and present effective responses in line with process improvement.
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
● A HIPAA or Corporate Compliance certification from a nationally recognized organization. A background in a compliance related field (e.g., auditing, ethics, law, risk assessment, training, communication, etc.) is highly desirable. Preferably BA in Public Administration, business administration, or related education.
● Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
● 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).
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
● Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
● Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
● Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
● Deferred compensation plan
● Wellness plans
● Tuition Reimbursement
● Stipend Opportunities
● Infant at Work Program
● Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
● Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
● Flexible schedules to create a work/life balance
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 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.
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Wendy Browning at wbrowning@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 wbrowning@azdes.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
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