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Program Coordinator
Job ID: 322421
Location: Rio Salado Community College
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Hiring Salary Range
$22.06 - $28.67/hourly, DOE
Grade
112
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm; 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
Coordinates the implementation and operational delivery of educational service programs within the Partnership Programs area. Success in this role requires strong public speaking skills, time management, organization, and institutional knowledge. Serves as a liaison between the college and partners, coordinating outreach activities and updating program promotional materials. Schedules, coordinates, and promotes corporate and government course offerings. Works closely with Law Enforcement Training Facilities. This position requires frequent travel to partner sites within Maricopa County.
Essential Functions
40% - Coordinates partnership educational programs, including conducting student registration presentations virtually or at partner locations within Maricopa County. Serves as a liaison between partners and the college by maintaining regular communication with training coordinators, attending meetings, and coordinating outreach activities. Utilizes critical thinking and strategic problem-solving to address complex challenges.
30% - Manages the review and processing of credit for prior learning for partners. Communicates student options, obtains necessary verifications, reviews applications, and tracks and monitors processing to ensure timely completion. Coordinates instructor peer evaluations to ensure adherence to academic standards while monitoring and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
20% - Assists students with phone, email, or in-person inquiries. Collaborates closely with faculty, the partnership team, and other stakeholders on initiatives, program changes, and special projects. Responsible for course scheduling, record management, and assisting with grade submissions.
10% - Oversees, promotes, and coordinates the scheduling and delivery of courses for corporate and government partners. Facilitates the creation and updating of promotional materials and web pages. Represents the college at partner educational fair events. Assigned special projects by the supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, or a directly related field and one year of experience in researching information, gathering data, performing preliminary analysis and preparing reports.
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
A. Experience providing excellent service to internal and external customers
B. Experience delivering professional presentations to groups
C. Excellent written communication skills (Note: application materials will be evaluated on this area)
D. Experience coordinating and servicing corporate and/or government educational programs
E. Experience working in Higher Education
F. Experience with current MCCCD enrollment systems such as Student Information System (SIS), and PeopleSoft
G. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
H. One (1) year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years
Special Working Conditions
May be required to work at multiple sites or locations. Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Summer hours Monday-Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm. Work Schedule Varies - May be required to work evenings and weekends. May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs. May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor. Climbing stairs and/or ladders to reach assigned areas along with working at heights. Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions. Will be required to work in an area of light to heavy noise levels daily
Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:
https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd
OR
(If moving from out of state)
Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:
https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd
How to Apply
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. 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 (must include number of hours worked)
• 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 March 11, 2026
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. Rio Salado College's Title IX/504 Coordinator is O.Tafari Osayande, o.tafari.osayande@riosalado.edu, 480-517-8196.
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=322421&PostingSeq=1
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