External Affairs Coordinator

The Arizona State Treasurer's Office is seeking a qualified, professional and experienced candidate to serve as the External Affairs Coordinator. This position will provide administrative support to the executive staff while striving to increase public awareness of the programs and duties of the Treasurer's Office. This role will give administrative support and coordinate outreach efforts to multiple teams within the agency, including the Executives, Communications, AZ529, Financial Literacy and Investments.

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. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Responsible for the execution of the Treasury Agency's external relations functions. Represents the Agency to various government agencies, external organizations, and the public.
Develop and execute marketing for the various programs in the agency.
Establish professional relationships with current and potential external partners in order to build a trusting relationship between partners and the office.
Management of the executive calendar.
Serves as the liaison between the executive team by ensuring inquiries are responded to in a timely manner.
Coordinates to arrange detailed travel arrangements and other logistical needs for the executive team.
Communicates with internal and external personnel to gather information needed to ensure successful meetings and events. Assists with the coordination of various events.
Assures the quality and appropriateness of agency communications.
Assist with development of presentations and other meeting materials.
Provide administrative support to the executive team.
Duties mostly require traditional hours but will require some non-traditional hours (evenings and/or weekends).

Must be highly proficient in using software programs including Microsoft Office Suite and have strong computer skills.
Must have sharp written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and delivering a high quality of work product.
Be adept at setting priorities and anticipating needs with strong organizational skills.
Exceptional standards of professionalism with superb level of tact and discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong planning and management skills.
Ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community.
Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs, and develop creative solutions.
Ability to work independently and have the ability to learn quickly and adapt to change.
Demonstrate self-initiative and the ability to utilize resources to make decisions.
A strong sense of accountability with high ethical standards.
Have an understanding of executive level protocol and engagement.

Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal history investigation.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

- 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 pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Office of the State Treasurer employees participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Treasury Human Resources at 602-542-7800.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.