PR Marketing Analyst Senior - Future48 (Specially Funded)

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maricopa County Community College District invites applications for a PR Marketing Analyst Senior – Future48, based at GateWay Community College in Phoenix, AZ.

In this regular, full-time role you will shape stories, lead marketing strategies, manage campaigns, and collaborate with district and campus partners. Working hours are typically Mon–Fri 8am–5pm with some evenings; the position is funded through a special project with renewal based on funding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, marketing, journalism or related field.
• Four years of advanced journey-level PR/marketing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic PR and marketing initiatives for Future48 and GateWay Community College.
• Develop campaigns, content, multimedia materials, and partnerships.
• Advise stakeholders on positioning, messaging and audience engagement.
• Manage projects from concept through delivery and evaluation.

Skills

PR/Marketing

Strategic Communications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations/Marketing/Journalism

Job description

PR Marketing Analyst Senior - Future48 (Specially Funded)

Job ID: 323354

Location: GateWay Community College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$60,737.36 - $78,958.77/annually, DOE

Grade

116

Work Schedule

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

Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm some evenings and weekends may be required

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a specially funded, at-will position with a projected end date of 06/30/2027 with renewal based on available funding 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

Shape the story, elevate the brand, and make an impact. Join our team to lead innovative communications and marketing initiatives for Future48 and GateWay Community College-developing engaging campaigns, compelling content, multimedia experiences, and strategic partnerships that connect with our audiences and advance our mission.

This position is based at our Central City campus, with opportunities to travel to our other campus locations as needed. Come work with us and help build what's next!!

Central City Campus location:

1245 E Buckeye Rd

Phoenix, AZ 85034

Essential Functions

25% - PR & Marketing Strategy and Program Management Serves as a subject matter expert in public relations and marketing; develops and implements strategic PR and marketing initiatives for Future48 and GateWay Community College; leads projects from concept and planning through implementation and evaluation; advises stakeholders on positioning, messaging, audience engagement, promotional strategies, and brand application; coordinates stakeholders, vendors, creative resources, timelines, and deliverables; applies independent professional judgment to communications, marketing, branding, and reputational considerations; builds and maintains relationships with program leaders, community partners, vendors, and other stakeholders.

20% - Strategic Advisory & Multimedia Communications Advises program managers and stakeholders on advanced marketing and communication strategies; researches and analyzes audience needs, program information, market trends, and available data; develops strategic recommendations based on research, analysis, and emerging industry practices; prepares, edits, and develops complex and executive-level presentations, marketing designs, and campaign materials; coordinates and produces photography, video, digital content, and other multimedia communications; determines appropriate content, messaging, formats, and distribution channels to achieve communication objectives.

15% - Marketing Budget & Resource Management Develops, plans, monitors, and evaluates the Future48 Semiconductor Accelerator marketing budget; establishes spending priorities aligned with marketing strategies and program objectives; forecasts expenditures and monitors campaign, vendor, and resource costs; evaluates resource utilization and recommends adjustments to maximize marketing effectiveness; coordinates marketing procurement and expenditures in accordance with District requirements; provides budget analysis, status updates, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.

15% - Project Leadership & Institutional Initiatives Provides advanced professional expertise and project leadership on college and District initiatives, committees, and cross-functional teams; leads and coordinates project priorities, timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables; provides guidance and coordination to project team members and contributors; identifies communications needs, emerging issues, risks, and opportunities; recommends strategies and solutions to support institutional objectives; communicates significant project issues and recommendations to leadership; supports high-priority communications initiatives and special projects; performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in public relations, marketing, journalism or related field and four (4) years of advanced journey level experience in developing, planning and implementing public relations and marketing activities, projects and campaigns.

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.

Desired Qualifications

• A. Experience developing and executing integrated communications and marketing strategies.


• B. Experience leading complex marketing/PR projects, coordinating stakeholders, vendors, timelines, and deliverables.


• C. Experience using marketing research and data to develop messaging, presentations, digital content, and multimedia campaigns.


• D. Experience tracking of marketing budgets, reconciliation, procurement, vendors, and resources in a public-sector and/or educational setting .


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

Special Working Conditions

• *Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations/campuses


• *May require some evenings or weekends


• *May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen


• *Climbing stairs and/or ladders to reach assigned areas along with working at heights.


• *Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions


• *May be required to lift or carry up to #50 lbs


• *Travel to campus during the interview/selection process will be at the candidate's own expense


• *MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas

Posting Close Date

Apply on or before October 12, 2026 to be considered.

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.