SPECIALIST SENIOR
Specialist Senior Arizona State University Off-Campus: Phoenix JR116403 End Date: January 15, 2026 Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Job Description: Position Salary Range: $26.50 Per Hour Essential Duties: Designs and develops specific methodology and materials unique to the program, project, initiative or area of a department/college. Serves as an expert for certain special needs in the area of assignment. Acts as liaison with the community, students, faculty, and staff in facilitating university programs. Provides training and professional development in the related subject matter or methodology. Consults with staff, students and others to provide technical advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and program goals and policy interpretation. Reviews and evaluates effectiveness of related methods and work activities. • Designs and conducts related program evaluation activities. Facilitates action for leadership teams and leaders to direct and guide related program, project, initiative or area of a department/college. Develops and facilitates related workshops, conferences, and seminars. • Resolves field related problems through written or verbal correspondence. Reviews and analyzes research data and other literature and makes interpretations for application to related program, project, initiative or area of a department/college. May prepare budget proposals, recommendations, and approvals where appropriate. May supervise, lead, train and monitor the activities of assigned staff. Assists with hiring assigned staff. May monitor or oversee a variety of account expenditures, maintains and reconciles detailed budgets for various accounts, advises and/or determines which expenditures are within the budget guidelines; informs management of irregularities and proceeds with corrective action. Desired Qualifications: Prior experience in correctional facilities or reentry programs. Comfortable discussing sexuality, masculinity, and harmful behaviors with men. Ability to lead structured curriculum on sensitive topics. Work with populations affected by trauma, addiction, or violence. Working Environment: Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse; required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work. Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds. Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts. Ability to clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions. Department Statement: The Watts College of Public Service embraces students and faculty dedicated to rigorous education and research in the service of social and economic change. Areas of expertise include: improving the quality of life for individuals and families from all backgrounds; innovative approaches to public management; and nonprofit leadership and organizational effectiveness. We partner with that intent on addressing critical social issues and are confident that Phoenix and the State of Arizona can be exemplars for the future. The School of Social Work is part of the College of Public Programs located at the Downtown Phoenix Campus. The purpose of the School of Social Work is to prepare professional social work practitioners who are committed to the enhancement of individual, family and group problem-solving capacities, and the creation of a more nurturing, just, and humane social environment. Instructions to Apply: Current Employees and Students should apply directly within Workday using the Jobs Hub. Use this link and log in using SSO: https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$16901.htmld To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments: Cover letter Resume/CV Note: Multiple documents can be submitted into the attachment box. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position. Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. NOTE: GA and Intern positions are counted as .5 for job experience (ie. 1 year equals 6 months experience equivalency). Only electronic applications are accepted for this position. ASU Statement: Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe. ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456. Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources. Employment Verification Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Background Check Statement: ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check. Fingerprint Check Statement: This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check. To view full description or to apply please click this link: https://asu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ASUStaffCareers/details/Specialist-Senior_JR116403-1?q=JR116403
