Program Coordinator - Future48 (Specially-Funded)

Maricopa Community College district; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nationwide Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

20 Holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

ASRS Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Funding

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Future48 Semiconductor Workforce Accelerator at GateWay Community College. The role entails coordinating day-to-day laboratory operations, preparing instructional spaces and equipment, maintaining assets and inventory, and assisting instructional staff in delivering semiconductor workforce programs.

Collaborating with instructors, accelerator leadership, students, and industry partners, you will ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, or a directly related field and one (1) year of experience in researching information, gathering data, performing preliminary analysis and preparing reports.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 40% - Program Coordination, Student Support & Communications: acts as central hub for district office and Future48 labs; coordinates schedules, onboarding, training logistics, resources, and communications; maintains records and supports events and workshops.
• 20% - Workforce Training Operations & Stakeholder Coordination: plans and coordinates facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel; onboarding and training staff; improves processes for efficiency and participant experience.
• 15% - Laboratory & Training Environment Support: prepares and maintains labs, ensures equipment readiness, supports demonstrations and hands-on training, coordinates maintenance.
• 15% - Safety, Inventory & Operational Compliance: enforces safety, maintains documentation, manages inventory and equipment audits, tracks assets and procurement.
• 10% - Program Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement: collects data, prepares reports and dashboards, supports performance tracking and improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education, business or public administration, or a directly related field

Job description

Program Coordinator - Future48 (Specially-Funded)

Job ID: 323067

Location: GateWay Community College

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range: $23.83 - $30.98/hourly, DOE

Grade: 113

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required. Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm

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.

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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.

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)

Job Summary

The Program Coordinator provides operational, laboratory, and administrative support for workforce training programs within the Future48 Semiconductor Workforce Accelerator. This position is responsible for coordinating day-to-day laboratory operations, preparing instructional spaces and equipment for training activities, maintaining laboratory assets and inventory, and assisting instructional staff in the delivery of semiconductor workforce programs.

Working closely with instructors, accelerator leadership, students, and industry partners, the Program Coordinator ensures that laboratories are safe, organized, properly equipped, and ready to support hands-on learning experiences. The position also supports program logistics, student engagement, data collection, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to facilitate the efficient operation of workforce training programs.

Essential Functions

40% - Program Coordination, Student Support & Communications

Serves as a central hub for the district office of Maricopa County Community Colleges and all campuses that are part of the Future48 Semiconductor Workforce Accelerator and will be responsible for the course scheduling, procurement and inventory and working closely with vendors and stakeholders and lab set up. Provides coordination and administrative support for workforce training programs delivered through the Future48 Semiconductor Workforce Accelerator; coordinates program schedules, course offerings, student onboarding and intake activities, training logistics, instructional resources, laboratory access, and communications associated with Accelerator programs; serves as a primary point of contact for students and participants and provides information and guidance regarding program requirements, schedules, training activities, resources, and support services; responds to inquiries from students, faculty, staff, instructional personnel, facilities personnel, vendors, external partners, and other stakeholders; coordinates communications and logistics among Accelerator leadership, instructors, students, facilities personnel, vendors, and external partners to support effective program delivery; maintains accurate student, participant, and program records in accordance with institutional and program requirements; assists with planning and coordinating workshops, short courses, boot camps, industry training, special events, and other Accelerator activities; monitors program timelines and identifies scheduling, resource, or coordination issues that may affect successful program delivery.

20% - Workforce Training Operations & Stakeholder Coordination

Supports the planning, implementation, and day-to-day coordination of workforce training programs and related Accelerator activities; works closely with instructional staff, Accelerator leadership, industry partners, and campus stakeholders to coordinate training requirements, facilities, instructional resources, equipment, materials, and other program needs; coordinates the operational details associated with student and participant training experiences, including room and laboratory scheduling, access, orientation, training materials, and special program requirements; provides lead direction to student employees, temporary staff, and volunteers supporting Accelerator programs and activities, as needed; assists with onboarding and training personnel who support program delivery; identifies and resolves logistical and operational issues that may affect students, instructors, or program activities; supports the development and implementation of processes that improve the efficiency, consistency, and participant experience of Accelerator programs.

15% - Laboratory & Training Environment Support

Provides laboratory and hands-on training environment support necessary for successful delivery of Accelerator programs; prepares, sets up, breaks down, and reconfigures laboratories and training spaces for classes, workforce training, demonstrations, workshops, and special events; ensures the availability and readiness of equipment, tools, materials, supplies, and other instructional resources required for scheduled training activities; supports instructors during demonstrations, laboratory exercises, and hands-on training; performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of laboratory equipment and coordinates calibration, preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and vendor services as needed; collaborates with instructional staff to ensure laboratory resources and equipment are prepared prior to training sessions; assists with implementation of new laboratory exercises, instructional activities, and equipment in support of Accelerator programs; maintains organized, clean, and safe laboratory and training environments in accordance with institutional policies and established procedures.

15% - Safety, Inventory & Operational Compliance

Supports safe, compliant, and effective delivery of Accelerator training programs by promoting adherence to laboratory safety procedures, institutional policies, and applicable regulations; maintains documentation required for inspections, equipment maintenance, inventory, and program operations; identifies operational and safety issues and works with appropriate personnel to resolve concerns; monitors inventory levels for supplies, consumables, tools, and instructional materials needed to support workforce training programs; coordinates purchasing requests, restocking, and resource allocation activities; tracks equipment and assets and maintains accurate inventory records; assists with equipment audits, lifecycle planning, storage organization, and accountability for specialized equipment, tools, materials, and supplies; recommends process improvements that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and the participant experience.

10% - Program Data, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Collects, maintains, and summarizes program data related to enrollment, student and participant engagement, course participation, training completion, program activities, equipment utilization, and other Accelerator outcomes; assists with preparation of program reports, presentations, dashboards, and other documentation for Accelerator leadership, institutional stakeholders, industry partners, and funding or reporting requirements; supports tracking of program milestones, deliverables, and operational activities; assists with research related to semiconductor workforce needs, industry trends, emerging technologies, training models, and best practices; identifies trends, recurring issues, and opportunities to improve program delivery, student support, operational processes, and workforce training outcomes; participates in continuous improvement activities and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, or a directly related field and one (1) 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 working in semiconductor manufacturing or semiconductor equipment environments.
• B. Experience supporting work force development, technical education, higher education, training programs, or industry-focused educational initiatives.
• C. Experience coordinating laboratory-based and/or hands-on technical training environments.
• D. Experience coordinating programs, student onboarding, course logistics schedules, training activities, preparing reports, or supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• F. Experience with laboratory safety procedures, equipment maintenance, asset management, inventory control.
• G. One (1) yearfull-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years.

Special Working Conditions

• May be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations
• May require some evenings or weekends
• May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
• May be required to lift or carry up to #50 lbs
• MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas

Posting Close Date

First Review Aust 31,2026

Open until filled

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.