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Workforce Development Manager (Glendale Community College North Campus)

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Mar 28, 2025


Workforce Development Manager (Glendale Community College North Campus)

Job ID: 321208
Location: Glendale Community College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$82,790.00 - $107,627.00/annually, DOE

Grade

121

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

Work Calendar

12 Months

Maricopa Summary

10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.

The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world.

We focus on people-not profits.
With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college.

We don't just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:

* Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

* Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time

* 20 Paid Observed Holidays

* Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage

* Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions

* Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)

* Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents

* Annual Professional Development Funding

* Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

* District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars

* Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter

* Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services

* Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings

* Pre-Retirement Planning Events

* Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

Glendale Community College (GCC) is seeking a Workforce Development Manager for the Academic Affairs Office to support Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This position will focus on fostering community partnerships, and identifying program offerings that align with the economic growth of the West Valley and supporting operations at the North Campus (59 th Avenue and Happy Valley Rd).

The Workforce Development Manager will play a key role in driving workforce and community partnership growth, with an emphasis on cultivating relationships within the community. Responsibilities include expanding academic and CTE program offerings at both the main and North campuses while developing and integrating a diverse range of non-credit and community education programs. The role also involves strengthening partnerships with local high schools, businesses, and industries, and developing strategic business relationships with external agencies. Additional duties include negotiating partnership agreements, overseeing the development and administration of workforce training programs, creating and managing legal contracts, identifying alternative funding sources, preparing funding proposals, and managing grants. This position is essential to the continued growth and success of GCC's workforce development initiatives.

Essential Functions

30% - Academic and Workforce Program Development
  • Facilitate the expansion and growth of academic and CTE programs at both the main and North campuses
  • Identify and develop new program offerings aligned with local economic trends and workforce needs
  • Incorporate non-credit and community education into the academic portfolio to create a comprehensive educational offering, enrich the community, and drive enrollment in for-credit programs by highlighting the opportunities available at GCC
  • Plan, market, and administer workforce development programs and service-learning activities
  • Research and implement industry standards, trends, best practices, and emerging technologies


25% - Development of Community and Business Partnerships
  • Build and strengthen relationships with local high schools, businesses, and industries to support workforce initiatives
  • Negotiate and establish strategic partnership agreements to expand and enhance workforce development opportunities
  • Increase enrollment through increased high school partner collaboration and outreach efforts
  • Foster high school engagement on campus through program competitions such as automotive, cybersecurity, robotics, engineering, and more


20% - Grants and Funding Opportunities
  • Identify alternative funding sources to support workforce development initiatives and program expansion
  • Prepare, submit, and manage funding proposals and grants to secure resources for program growth
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with funding requirements and proper use of allocated funds
  • Generate additional revenue through workshops, boot camps, community education, and non-credit classes

20% - Leadership
  • Provide supervision and support for Workforce Development staff, North Campus and cross-functional project teams
  • Collaborate with college stakeholders to set priorities and objectives for Workforce Development
  • Lead and coordinate projects related to career and technical education
  • Participate in strategic planning and provide internal project management coordination across departments


5% - Perform other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in business, public administration, education or related field and five years of professional workforce development-related experience, which includes two years of supervisory experience.

OR

An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered.

Desired Qualifications
  1. Five (5) or more years of experience in workforce development or career and technical education, with progressively responsible roles
  2. Two (2) or more years of demonstrated experience in developing high school, community, and/or industry partnerships
  3. Two (2) or more years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams
  4. Two (2) or more years of experience in researching, analyzing, and/or making data informed decisions in workforce development or career and technical education programming
  5. Two (2) or more years of experience leading new initiatives and/or driving strategic planning efforts
  6. One (1) or more years of experience in grant development and/or managing grant-funded projects


Special Working Conditions
  • Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://www.maricopa.edu/legal/rmi/vehicle.htm#requirements
  • Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense
  • Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations
  • May require numerous evenings or weekends
  • May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
  • May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs


How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application.

Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed.

Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered.

Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
  • Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position.
  • Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or;
  • Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
  • Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position.
  • Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview.


Posting Close Date

Open until filled. First Review date: Monday, April 14, 2025. Applications received after the review date may not be screened

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.

To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321208&PostingSeq=1

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