Program Manager SPF (Specially Funded)

$69,538.50 - $90,400.05/annually, DOE

118

Monday

• Friday, 8am - 5pm Summer Hours: Monday
• Thursday, 7am-6pm

12 Months

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.

Mesa Community College (MCC) is nationally recognized for its excellence in university transfer, career and technical programs, civic engagement, and innovative education. Serving more than 25,500 students annually, MCC offers a range of degree and certificate programs across its two campuses and additional locations.

MCC students contribute more than 8,500 hours of community service annually. MCC serves as a key resource for education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. The college enhances student success through Guided Pathways with Integrated Support Services. A Hispanic Serving Institution, nearly 50% of MCC students are first-generation college attendees, and it boasts the largest Indigenous student population among Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) colleges, supporting students from 22 Arizona tribes and additional out-of-state tribes.

Our award-winning faculty are committed to helping students achieve their goals through high-quality education, training, and undergraduate research opportunities. Located in the East Valley of Phoenix, Arizona, MCC is one of 10 colleges in MCCCD. Learn more at https://www.mesacc.edu/ .

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 and Support Groups Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services 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)

Mesa Community College (MCC) has been awarded a five-year Title III, Part A Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U.S. Department of Education to implement IGNITE (Industry Pathways and Guided Navigation for Next-Generation Workforce: Innovation, Training, and Education). This institution-wide initiative is designed to expand access to workforce-aligned educational pathways, improve student success, and strengthen workforce readiness and employment outcomes for low-income students.

The IGNITE project advances three integrated goals: Expand access to workforce-aligned educational pathways for adult learners and early college students through workforce-focused onboarding, educational planning, flexible online programs, apprenticeships, and credit for prior learning. Increase student persistence, progression, and completion through integrated advising, academic support, and data-informed student success strategies.

Strengthen workforce readiness and employment outcomes through industry-aligned instructional equipment, employer partnerships, work-based learning opportunities, workforce competency development, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into curriculum and instruction. The IGNITE Program Manager will provide overall leadership, coordination, and oversight of the five-year grant project.

Key responsibilities include

developing and managing project implementation plans; coordinating grant activities across academic and student support units; ensuring compliance with federal and MCCCD grant policies and procedures; monitoring progress toward grant goals, objectives, and performance measures; overseeing required reporting and evaluation activities; managing grant resources effectively; and supervising assigned project staff.

The Program Manager will collaborate with college leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners to ensure successful implementation and achievement of project outcomes.

30% – Program Planning and Strategic Coordination Develops and implements overall program strategy, including establishing program objectives, milestones, timelines, and performance measures; researches and applies evidence-based practices to support program activities; and ensures alignment with grant requirements, institutional priorities, and applicable federal and MCCCD policies and procedures.

30% – Program Implementation and Communication Plans, coordinates, and oversees implementation of grant-funded activities to ensure progress toward program goals and objectives; monitors program timelines, deliverables, and performance measures; prepares and disseminates program updates, findings, and reports; communicates program progress and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders; and supports integration of grant activities with broader college planning and improvement initiatives.

25% – Grant Fiscal Management, Compliance, and Reporting Oversees grant budget implementation and monitors expenditures to ensure appropriate and effective use of grant funds in accordance with approved budgets, grant requirements, and applicable federal and MCCCD policies and procedures; coordinates with college grants, fiscal, and procurement offices to facilitate purchasing, track expenditures, reconcile financial records, and address budgetary issues; maintains accurate program and fiscal documentation; and assists in preparing required financial, performance, and compliance reports.

15% – Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners; coordinates activities across academic and student support units to support effective implementation of grant initiatives; facilitates communication, problem-solving, and collaboration among program stakeholders; and promotes alignment of grant activities with institutional priorities

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, educational leadership or related field and five (5) years of program administration or management experience, that includes two (2) years of supervisory experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and/or 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.

A. Experience managing federally funded grants or complex, multi-year projects in a higher education setting, including project planning, implementation, coordination of activities, monitoring of deliverables, and preparation of required reports. B. Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data to monitor program performance, evaluate outcomes, and support continuous improvement.

C. Experience with grant fiscal management, including budget development and monitoring, expenditure tracking, procurement coordination, and compliance with applicable federal and institutional grant requirements. D. Experience leading and coordinating cross-functional initiatives involving faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners in a higher education environment, including working within shared governance structures and facilitating collaborative decision-making.

E. Knowledge of and experience implementing initiatives that support workforce-aligned educational pathways, student success, and employment outcomes, such as adult learner programs, online education, academic advising, apprenticeships, credit for prior learning, work-based learning, or employer partnerships. I. One year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years.

Standard work schedule varies during the year: August through mid-May: Monday

• Friday, 8 hour days; mid-May through the end of July: Monday
• Thursday, 10 hour days Required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor May be required to travel or be assigned to another MCCD location Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense MCC does not sponsor individuals for work visas

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. Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.

Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.

maricopa.edu MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants who currently work for any of the MCCCD campuses/locations should utilize their HCM Employee Self Service page to apply for jobs by logging in to HCM and clicking on Nav. Bar > Navigator > Self Service > Recruiting > Careers. Click on link for instructions on how to apply.

Applicants who are not currently working for any of the MCCCD locations should apply at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers .

Apply on or before November 23, 2026 to be considered.

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.