Semiconductor Workforce Development Program Lead

asu; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ASU seeks an Administrative Operations Specialist 3 to lead a brand-new workforce development initiative focused on semiconductor facility management and construction. You will design foundational workflows, plan industry-focused events, and coordinate with university leadership and partners to build a scalable program.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, with strong communication and project-management skills to drive the initiative from inception

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training yielding comparable knowledge.
• Proven ability to start up new programs from inception to steady-state operations.
• Experience in semiconductor industry or large-scale construction management preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designs, establishes, and launches the program's foundational operational frameworks.
• Oversees end-to-end planning, logistics, marketing, and execution of events and certificates.
• Liaises with ASU leadership, industry partners, and regional stakeholders to align curricula.
• Manages daily program operations, including scheduling and resources.
• Develops and monitors the program budget and ensures policy compliance.
• Collaborates with SMEs and faculty to develop training modules and safety protocols.
• Establishes KPIs to measure effectiveness and reports progress to stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as needed for program success.

Skills

Semiconductor ecosystem

Higher education operations

Budget management

Curriculum design

Event planning

Project startup

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

ASU seeks an Administrative Operations Specialist 3 to lead a brand-new workforce development initiative focused on semiconductor facility management and construction. You will design foundational workflows, plan industry-focused events, and coordinate with university leadership and partners to build a scalable program.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, with strong communication and project-management skills to drive the initiative from inception