COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

The Compliance Specialist for the Department of Real Estate is responsible for conducting investigations and audits into alleged violations of state real estate laws, regulations, and professional standards.

This role involves gathering and analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, preparing detailed reports, and testifying on behalf of the agency during administrative or judicial proceedings.

The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of real estate practices, compliance, and regulatory frameworks and is willing to perform any task necessary to support the department's mission.

Salary

• $50,000 - $55,000

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of state real estate laws, licensing requirements, and industry standards. A.R.S. Title 32 Chapter 20 and A.A.C. Title 4 Chapter 28

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret contracts, legal documents, and financial statements

• Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously while meeting deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver license record checks, required to maintain acceptable driving records and complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11)

• Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver license appropriate to the assignment

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

Other Information

• If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shawn McConnell at staffing@azdoa.gov for assistance

Benefits

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance

• Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year

• Health and dental insurance

• Retirement plan

• Sick leave

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

• Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)

• Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment