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Behavioral Science and Human Services

Political Scientists

Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems.

Salary Breakdown

Political Scientists

Average

$96,820

ANNUAL

$46.55

HOURLY

Entry Level

$51,450

ANNUAL

$24.74

HOURLY

Mid Level

$95,660

ANNUAL

$45.99

HOURLY

Expert Level

$131,810

ANNUAL

$63.37

HOURLY


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Glendale Community College
  Glendale, AZ 85302      Degree Program

South Mountain Community College
  Phoenix, AZ 85040      Degree Program

Chandler-Gilbert Community College
  Chandler, AZ 85225-2479      Degree Program

Estrella Mountain Community College
  Avondale, AZ 85392      Degree Program

GateWay Community College
  Phoenix, AZ 85034      Degree Program

Phoenix College
  Phoenix, AZ 85013-4234      Degree Program

Paradise Valley Community College
  Phoenix, AZ 85032-1200      Degree Program

Rio Salado College
  Tempe, AZ 85281-6950      Degree Program

Scottsdale Community College
  Scottsdale, AZ 85256-2626      Degree Program

Mesa Community College
  Mesa, AZ 85202-4866      Degree Program

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Political Scientists

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Projected job openings through 2032


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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Political Scientists

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

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Law and Government

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English Language

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Education and Training

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History and Archeology

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Mathematics

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Reading Comprehension

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Active Learning

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Active Listening

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Speaking

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Critical Thinking

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Written Comprehension

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Oral Comprehension

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Oral Expression

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Inductive Reasoning

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Speech Clarity


Job Opportunities

Political Scientists

  • Senior Enterprise Resource Planning Analyst - SAP and Ariba
    SRP    Tempe, AZ 85282
     Posted about 1 month    

    Senior Enterprise Resource Planning Analyst - SAP and Ariba

    Location:

    Tempe, AZ, US

    Date: Apr 3, 2025

    **Requisition ID** : 18573

    **Join us in building a better future for Arizona!**

    SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

    **Why Work at SRP**

    At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

    SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

    + Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)

    + 401(k) plan with employer matching

    + Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance

    + Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)

    + Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance

    + Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)

    + Short and long-term disability plans

    + Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

    + 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

    **Summary**

    The ERP Analyst provides comprehensive SAP and Ariba support, including functional, business, and technical assistance to configure, implement, maintain, and upgrade all Ariba modules and SAP MM module. This role is a strategic partner and business liaison in technology decisions, offering ongoing system support and developing integrated IT and business solutions.

    **What You'll Do**

    **Business Support and Consulting:**

    + Define and drive the adoption of standard processes in Ariba and SAP MM within Supply Chain.

    + Analyze complex, end-to-end business processes across all Supply Chain with a Procurement focus and SAP MM module.

    + Understand the current and future business environment to anticipate and meet business needs using an integrated approach.

    + Propose and influence IT solutions to complex business problems, negotiating requirements and deliverables across multiple stakeholders.

    + Evaluate system customizations to help partners understand the risks and costs, advocating for standard functionalities to reduce future implementation and upgrade costs.

    **Functional Analysis:**

    + Identify opportunities to automate and optimize Ariba, SAP MM.

    + Map business requirements to current ECC implementation and future SAP S4 capabilities.

    + Review design and technical specifications for alignment with business solutions.

    + Perform system configuration and conduct quality reviews and testing activities.

    **What It Takes To Succeed**

    **SAP:**

    + Familiarity with SAP tables and structure.

    + Experience with SAP GUI and documenting integrations.

    + Proficiency in SAP MM.

    + Experience with Hana and S4HANA ERP implementation and upgrades.

    + Understanding of SAP procurement processes and integration impacts with Ariba.

    + SAP certification strongly preferred.

    **Ariba:**

    + Strong familiarity with Ariba Guided Sourcing and knowledge of the entire Ariba suite of modules.

    + Understanding of SAP procure to pay processes, including procurement, supplier management, material management, and invoicing.

    + Cloud solution administration and configuration.

    + Ariba certification strongly preferred.

    **Other Technical Knowledge:**

    + High level knowledge of OpenText VIM.

    + Analytical skills including SAP SAC, Microsoft PowerBI, and Snowflake.

    **Non-Technical Skills:**

    + Ability to interact with both technical and non-technical team members to resolve issues.

    + Effective written and spoken communication with all levels of individual contributors and leadership.

    + Project management experience with small to medium projects.

    **Experience**

    For a Level 3 (Senior), a minimum of five years of related experience is required (if no degree, nine years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling nine years).

    **Education**

    A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

    **Hybrid Workplace**

    SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    **Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement**

    To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

    **Equal Opportunity Employer Statement**

    Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

    **Work Authorization**

    All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

    Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

    **Nearest Major Market:** Phoenix


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Asst, R&D Technical Document
    Arizona Nutritional Supplements    Chandler, AZ 85226
     Posted about 1 month    

    Description

    About the Company:

    ANS provides industry-leading nutritional solutions to promote health and wellbeing, enabled by a world class team dedicated to service, excellence, quality, and innovation. As an organization we take pride in achieving our objective of “More than Supplements... Solutions”...Safely. We want to be a “solution” through an engaged, accountable and CARING culture.

    If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a company that offers exceptional benefits packages, then you have come to the right place!

    · Most Competitive Pay in the Industry

    · 401K Program

    · Paid holidays

    · Paid Time Off

    · Medical/Dental benefits

    · Employee and Family Events

    · Annual Awards Program

    · Best Employee Referral Program

    The Opportunity…

    · Strong track record of internal promotions

    · Comprehensive Training program to encourage promotions

    · Detailed Progression model to outline promotional opportunities

    · Cross-functional opportunities to multiple different areas in the company

    Supports R&D Managers with day to day tasks as needed.

    · Follow all company policies and procedures.

    · Follow and ensure compliance to quality system and cGMP programs.

    · Research of raw materials, allergens, country of origin, sub-ingredient list, vegetarian status, etc.

    · Ensure that required Technical Specifications are completed and submitted to the appropriate Salesperson or customer.

    · Complete, populate and maintain the Raw Material Specifications, document repository, etc.

    · Complete, populate and maintain the Finished Good Specification Sheets (FGSS), document repository, etc.

    · Reference and utilize internal and external databases and references to answer customer inquiries.

    · Populate and maintain databases as assigned.

    · Assists other groups within R&D as directed.

    Qualifications:

    · Non-supervisory role.

    · Must have applicable Associate’s degree or minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

    · No certifications or licenses required.

    · Must have moderate math skills.

    · Moderate reading skills required.

    · Must have basic computer skills in MS Office.

    · Must have moderate language skills.

    · Must have moderate writing skills.

    · Must be willing to learn new tasks and procedures.

    · Ability to efficiently and effectively perform all essential position duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation without posing a direct safety threat to others or self.

    · Maintains a regular and dependable work attendance record with few instances of unplanned and/or unexpected absence

    Additional Information
    Type of Employee
    Direct Hire
    Department
    R&D
    Shift
    1st


    Seniority Level

    Some work experience (up to 5 years, non-manager)

    Field of Interest

    Manufacturing

    Employment Type

    Full Time


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