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AZ HIRES VETS!

Logo for the AZ Hires Vets program. The logo contains an image of the state of Arizona with the colors of the Arizona State Flag. Along with the image is the words AZ Hires Vets! Continue to serve.

The State of Arizona is certified as an Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

 
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Service Before Self

The mission of public service comes first when you work for the State of Arizona, where your leadership and sense of purpose gleaned in the military can have a real impact on the lives of millions of our fellow citizens. There’s real camaraderie among our more than 35,000 state employees, whose fellowship, pride in quality work, and personal ownership of the mission combine to deliver meaningful results. 

What's Your Story?

As a military veteran, you're proud of having answered the call to duty and serving your country. So many veterans have successfully managed the transition from military to civilian life and found rewarding careers with the State of Arizona. All of them have a story, and here are a few, as told in the employees’ own words.

click to view video of Arturo Zacarias from Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses discussing his employment click to watch video of Avery Xola from Arizona Clean Elections Commission click to watch video of Christopher Hernandez, Financial Investigator with the Arizona Department of Revenue click to watch video of Chuck Brown, Director of Engagement and Strategic Oversight for the Arizona Department of Administration click to watch video of Dan Raffaele, Personal Services Evaluator with AHCCCS click to watch video of Dr. Rodger Sears, dentist with the Department of Juvenile Corrections
click to watch video of Eileen Grant, Child Safety Specialist with the Arizona Department of Child Safety click to watch video of Javier Ramirez, Program Manager with the Arizona Department of Transportation click to watch videoof Jim Viersen, System Network Engineer with the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections click to watch video of Joe Deserio, Human Resources Manager with the Arizona Department of Economic Security click to watch video of John Perry, Parole Officer with the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections cick to watch video of Keith Knutson, Wildlie Contracts Branch Chief with the Arizona Game and Fish Department
click to watch video of Laura Bryan, Licensing Coordinator with the Arizona Medical Board click to watch video of Lee Fernwault, Education Program Specialist with the Department of Education click to watch video of Richard Kubiak, Rager Specialist with Arizona State Parks click to watch video of Sarah Taylor, Fish Hatchery Manager with Arizona Game and Fish click to watch video of Tamika Stallworth, Office Director with the Arizona Department of Revenue click to watch video of Tony Edmonds, Wildlife Manager with the Arizona Game and Fish Department

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Benefit of Public Service

Regardless of where and how you served, as a military veteran you take pride in having answered the call to duty and serving your country and fellow citizens. As a State of Arizona employee, public service is once again the focus of your mission, with more than 1,700 types of careers to choose from depending on your passion and vocational interests. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Detective

Arturo Zacarias was a Military Police Officer with the Arizona National Guard. He currently works as a Detective for the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses & Control. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Clean Elections Specialist

Avery Xola was a SATCOM Ranger with the United States Air Force. Today he’s a Clean Elections Specialist for the Arizona Clean Elections Commission. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Financial Investigator

Christopher Hernandez is currently serving part-time as a Motor Transport Operator in the United States Army Reserves. He’s also a Financial Investigator at the Arizona Department of Revenue. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Director, IT Engagement & Strategic Management

Charles “Chuck” Brown was a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps serving as an Infantry Mortarman. Today he directs Engagement and Strategic Management of the Information Technology division at the Arizona Department of Administration. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Personal Services Evaluator

Don Raffaele was a Senior Human Resources Sergeant in the United States Army Reserves. Today he is a Personal Services Evaluator 3 helping people qualify for financial assistance at the State’s Medicaid agency, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Dentist

Rodger Sears was a dentist while serving as a Major in the United States Air Force. He uses his skills as a dentist now for the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Child Safety Specialist

Eileen Grant is a former Sergeant Major who served in the United States Army Reserves. She is a Child Safety Specialist today, working for the Arizona Department of Child Safety. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Progam Manager, Office of Continuous Improvement

Javier Ramirez currently works as a Continuous Improvement Program Manager at the Arizona Department of Transportation, where he has worked for 22 years. He is also a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps Reserves serving as a Bulk Fuels Specialist. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Systems Network Engineer

Jim Viersen served in the United States Air Force as a Computer/Communications Systems Operator. After retiring from the military, he later joined the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections as a Systems Network Engineer. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Human Resources Manager

Joe Deserio served in the United States Navy, eventually becoming a Chief Petty Officer. Today, Joe is a Human Resources Manager for the Arizona Department of Economic Security, where thousands of employees help Arizonans reach their potential through temporary assistance for those in need, and care for our most vulnerable. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Parole Officer

When John Perry left the United States Army, he was serving in Phoenix as an Army Recruiter. Today, John’s an experienced Parole Officer for the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections, helping delinquent youth turn their lives around. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Wildlife Contracts Branch Manager

Keith Knutson used to work in the Pentagon as a Logistics Officer for the United States Marine Corps. Today, Keith is Wildlife Contracts Branch Manager for the Arizona Department of Game and Fish. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Assistant Licensing Coordinator

Laura Bryan served in the United States Navy as a Petty Officer Third Class. Now she coordinates the licensing of medical doctors and other healthcare professionals for the Arizona Medical Board. Continue using your military experience to serve the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Education Program Coordinator

Lee Fernwault is a third-generation Arizonan who served in the United States Navy as a Sonar Technician. Today, Lee works for the Arizona Department of Education where he helps attract qualified and inspired people to become educators for the betterment of our students and society. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Parks and Trails Ranger Specialist

Richard Kubiak retired from the United States Air Force as an Airman, Second Class. Today he is a Ranger for the Arizona Department of Parks and Trails, where he gets to educate and engage with visitors at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Fish Hatchery Manager

Sarah Taylor once served in the United States Army as a Multi-Channel Transmission Systems Operator. Sarah followed her dreams and today is a Fish Hatchery Manager for the Arizona Department of Game and Fish. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Southern Regional Office Director

Tamika Stallworth today is the Director of the Arizona Department of Revenue’s Southern Regional Office in Tucson. Back in her military days, Tamika was a Mess Management Specialist in the United States Navy. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Careers for Military Veterans with the State of Arizona
Wildlife Manager

Tony Edmonds served in the United States Air Force as a Munitions Systems Craftsman. More recently, he joined the Arizona Department of Game and Fish as a Wildlife Manager, where he combines a love of biology and law enforcement serving Arizonans and protecting our wildlife and natural resources. Build upon your military past while exploring new passions and new beginnings serving the State of Arizona and our communities. Go to https://www.azstatejobs.gov/ to find and apply for current career opportunities.

Find Your Fit

With more than 1,700 challenging career opportunities to choose from in over 120 agencies, boards and commissions, there is something for everyone who wants to work for the State of Arizona. As a military veteran, you can definitely find your fit by joining our team. Build upon your military past or use that experience to explore new passions and new beginnings - all while serving the State of Arizona and our citizens in their pursuit of a better life. 

 

Apply Today!

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State Career Clusters

There are endless options for career opportunities with the State of Arizona! See the list below for the different career fields offered and current jobs open!

Are you looking to see what career field your military occupation might fit or how your skills can translate to the civilian workforce? Check out the Military Crosswalk Search for help!

 

Accounting and Auditing

Administrative Support/ Customer Service

Agriculture/ Farm

Automotive/ Fleet

Aviation

Budget/ Finance/ Payroll

Business and Financial Administration

Caregiver

Collector

Communication/ Community Relations

Education/ Training

Emergency Management

Engineering/ Architecture/ Surveying/ Planning

Environment/ Air/ Water/ Waste

Executive Management

Facilities Management/ Maintenance/ Construction/ Operations

Facilities Services/ Housekeeping/ Janitorial

Fish/Game/ Wildlife

Food Service

Forestry/ Wildland Fire/ Natural Resources

Health and Nutrition Services

Healthcare/ Medical Professional Level

Healthcare/ Medical Support Level 

Healthcare/ Nursing/ Investigations/ Compliance

Human Resources

Information Technology/ Services

Insurance/ Bank Industry

Internship

Judicial

Law Enforcement/ Detective/ Corrections/ Protective Services

Legal Investigations/ Adjustment/Compliance

Management/ Supervisor

Program Management

Purchasing/ Contracting/ Procurement

Real Estate and Land Management 

Research

Sales

School Safety

Scientific/ Technical Support

Skilled Trades/ Crafts

Social Work/ Human Services

Telecommunications/ Utilities

 

Veteran Career Resources

Need help finding a good fit career opportunity with the State of Arizona? These resources may assist you.  

  FAQs

Have a Question for Us? 

Create/Edit Resumes 

  Upcoming Job Fairs and Hiring Events

Department of Economic Security   

Arizona @ Work

  Guidebooks

Veterans' Benefits Guide

Veteran Support 

ACCVC Guidebook

State Job Board Applicant User Guide

The State of Arizona is certified as an Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

The State of Arizona and many of our departments are part of a growing community across Arizona of organizations that have earned the “Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer” (AVSE) designation. Working for an AVSE gives you peace of mind that the organization, its leaders, and your manager are all committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining veterans and service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. They recognize, appreciate and value your service and want to add your skillset to their team. This support also extends to military and veteran spouses and family members. There is a network of AVSE employers across Arizona that all support a plan to provide meaningful career and educational opportunities for veterans, transitioning service members, and their families. This plan is known as the Arizona Roadmap to Veteran Employment. Our partner in this work to grow support for hiring veterans is the Arizona Coalition for Military Families. Their Be Connected program offers additional support to assist you with your career search.

Be Connected Career Navigation Services

Career support services are available to all veterans, service members, and their family members – regardless of length or era of service, or discharge status. These services are available at no cost and include help with resumes, interview skills, and removing any barrier you may have to employment – including clothing, supplies, education, training, and much more. To learn more and access these no-cost services, call the Be Connected Support Line at 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387). All calls are confidential.

 

The State of Arizona Hires Vets!

Apply Today!

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