Appeals Specialist

Appeals Specialist

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 that are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov. 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 an Appeals Specialist. DDD provides individuals with developmental disabilities and their families with services and supports that are flexible, high-quality, and member‑driven. These services provide individuals with opportunities to exercise their rights and responsibilities of independent decision‑making and engagement in the community.

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 a spouse or close family member with a principal interest in a DDD Qualified Vendor Agreement, and cannot be employed or subcontracted by a DDD Qualified Vendor.

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 and employee development opportunities

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.

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 lifelong 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.

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Social Services, Justice Studies, Humanities, or any related field. Spanish speaking is preferred.