Instructional Services Manager (Specially Funded)

Maricopa Community College district; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The Maricopa County Community College District invites applications for an Instructional Services Manager (Specially Funded) at Rio Salado College. This grant-funded role develops, administers, and evaluates instructional programs across multiple locations to meet workforce and community training needs.

The position supervises instructors and staff, recruits and partners with stakeholders, and ensures compliance with Arizona DOE rules while managing budgets and data reporting. 12-month calendar.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, organizational development or directly related field; five years of related experience including two years of supervisory experience.
• A Master's degree and three years of the above-listed experience may be required for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Administers the delivery and evaluation of instructional services programs across multiple locations; plans, coordinates class scheduling and delivery of virtual instruction; oversees GED test preparation and related services.
• Manages student services across locations; plans and implements outreach and recruitment activities; oversees intake and orientation; coordinates assessment.
• Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates instructors and staff; conducts staff development and meetings; monitors performance.
• Participates in strategic planning; ensures compliance with district, college and ADE regulations; manages data entry, reporting deadlines and student records; supports audits and budgeting.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with stakeholders; liaises with program administrators, location partners and external agencies; participates in committees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education, organizational development or related field

Master's degree (preferred or required for some assignments)

Job description

Instructional Services Manager (Specially Funded)

Job ID: 322946

Location: Rio Salado Community College

Full/Part Time:

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

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

Grade

118

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm (5x8) or Monday - Thursday, 8am-6:30pm (4x10); some evenings and weekends may be required

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a grant funded assignment with a projected end date of 06-30-2027 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD.

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:

• 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)

Job Summary

The instructional services manager plans, develops, implements, administers, and evaluates instructional services programs that meet industry and community training needs and promote maximum student recruitment and retention. This position creates and maintains effective partnerships to further program development and success, managing multiple locations that provide online, hybrid, and in-person adult education (GED test preparation and career training) classes. The instructional services manager hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates instructors and staff and ensures that the program meets Arizona Department of Education performance measures.

Essential Functions

30% - Administers the delivery and evaluation of instructional services programs across multiple locations; manages online, hybrid, and in-person classes including adult education and career training to meet industry and community needs; plans and coordinates class scheduling and program-wide delivery of virtual instruction; manages new in-person and hybrid GED test preparation and integrated education and training locations and related instructional support services 30% - Manages student services across multiple locations; plans, develops, and implements outreach and student recruitment activities and support services; implements program improvements to maximize student enrollment and retention; oversees student intake and orientation processes; coordinates assessment activities 15% - Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates instructors and staff; plans, organizes, assigns, and monitors the work of instructors and staff; supports program-wide training, conducts professional learning, observes instructors, facilitates meetings, and engages in staff development 15% - Participates in strategic planning and decision-making; ensures compliance with applicable district, college, and Arizona Department of Education regulations, policies, and program requirements; evaluates and reviews program objectives and outcomes; manages Arizona Department of Education and college database activities including data entry and reporting deadlines; manages student record maintenance and audit activities for assigned locations and supports program-wide audit processes; prepares and administers budgets to monitor and support the management of program expenditures 10% - Develops and maintains partnerships with key stakeholders; facilitates program activities with community partners; serves as a liaison between program-level administrators, location partners and staff, and external agencies; participates on program- and college-wide committees; attends college, district, and Arizona Department of Education meetings and events; performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, organizational development or directly related field, five (5) years of related experience such as planning, developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating instructional services programs which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience. A Master's degree and three (3) years of the above-listed experience, which includes two years of supervisory experience, may be required for some assignments.

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. Master's degree

B. Supervisory or leadership experience in an educational setting

C. Experience in educational program planning, implementation, and/or oversight

D. Experience evaluating instructors' performance in the classroom

E. Experience implementing professional learning initiatives

F. Experience using data to track and analyze program and/or student outcomes

G. One (1) year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years

Special Working Conditions

This position will be required to travel and be assigned to the following locations:

RSC @ South Mountain Community College, 7050 S. 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85042
RSC @ Glendale Community College, 6000 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302

Additional Rio Salado College work / travel locations may include:

RSC Avondale: 420 N. Central Ave., Avondale, AZ 85323
RSC Northern: 1715 W. Northern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021
RSC Southern: 3320 S. Price Rd., Tempe, AZ 85282.
RSC Surprise: 12535 W. Smokey Dr., Surprise, AZ 8537
RSC Tempe: 2323 W. 14th Street., Tempe, AZ 85281
RSC Thomas: 3631 W. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85019

Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense. May require evenings or weekends. May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs

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

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

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

First Review August 5, 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, [e-mail], 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.