WORKFORCE TRAINING & EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Public transportation subsidy

Job summary

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION & REENTRY is seeking an experienced Workforce Training & Education Administrator to provide statewide leadership for workforce development, CTE, and reentry programs. This EXEC level role directs design, implementation, and continuous improvement of pathways preparing incarcerated and reentry individuals for employment and economic mobility.

The position oversees ACI training programs, credentialing initiatives, and SCC services across all

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in workforce development, employer engagement, or education program management
• At least 2 years of experience managing contracts, partnerships, or program implementation
• Strong understanding of workforce policy, credentialing, and labor market alignment
• Experience working with justice-involved populations or reentry programs

Responsibilities

• Develops statewide workforce development strategies for ACI’s training, CTE programs, and Second Chance Centers
• Directs delivery of career readiness, credential attainment, work-based learning, and employment services
• Establishes partnerships with employers, workforce boards, and educational institutions to meet labor market needs
• Oversees budgets, contracts, and data reporting, ensuring compliance and accountability

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

REHABILITATION & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

WORKFORCE TRAINING & EDUCATION ADMINISTRATOR

(BUSINESS OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR)

Job Location

Address

Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI)

4441 East McDowell Road

Phoenix, Arizona 85034

https://corrections.az.gov/

Posting Details

Salary: $100,000.00

Grade: 26

Closing Date: 10/7/2026

Job Summary

Are you an expert in workforce development, employer engagement, and reentry educational programming? Do you have at least 2 years of management experience with contracts, partnerships, and/or program implementation? This is the next step in your Executive-level career.

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking an experienced training and education program developer to assume the Workforce Training & Education Administrator position. This position provides statewide leadership for workforce development, Career and Technical Education (CTE), Second Chance Reentry Centers, and Arizona Correctional Industries (ACI) workforce credentialing initiatives. Directs the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of workforce pathways that prepare incarcerated and reentering individuals for employment, economic mobility, and successful reintegration. Exercises statewide operational oversight of ACI training programs, CTE instruction, SCC service delivery, and employer-aligned credentialing. Collaborates with employers, workforce agencies, educational institutions, community partners, and governmental agencies to ensure programs meet labor market demands, comply with statutory requirements, and deliver measurable outcomes.

For further information about the Arizona Correctional Industries, visit: https://aci.az.gov/

Job Duties

Strategic Workforce Development and Program Leadership

• Develops and implements statewide workforce development strategies supporting ACI’s training, CTE programs, and Second Chance Centers
• Establishes workforce pathways, performance measures, and program goals aligned with labor market needs, employer demand, and reentry outcomes
• Provides statewide operational oversight and recommendations to leadership regarding standards, curriculum, credentialing pathways, and employer partnerships
• Leads expansion of education, training, credentialing, apprenticeship, and employment opportunities across all complexes and SCC locations

Workforce Training, Education, and Reentry Services Oversight

• Oversees operations of Second Chance Centers, CTE programs, and ACI’s workforce training initiatives
• Ensures program quality and alignment with industry standards and employer expectations
• Directs delivery of career readiness, credential attainment, work-based learning, apprenticeships, job placement, and transition services.

Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement

• Builds and maintains partnerships with employers, workforce boards, educational institutions, government agencies, and community organizations
• Promotes second-chance hiring and expands employer engagement statewide
• Represents ACI and ADCRR in workforce development forums, advisory councils, and interagency initiatives

Fiscal, Administrative & Data Management

• Manages budgets, contracts, grants, and vendor relationships supporting workforce, CTE, and SCC operations
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, accreditation, and agency requirements
• Prepares strategic plans, performance reports, dashboards, and operational briefings for executive leadership
• Oversees data governance, reporting, and analytics for all workforce, CTE, and SCC programs
• Reports on credential attainment, program completion, employment outcomes, recidivism-related indicators, CTE performance metrics, and SCC engagement outcomes
• Uses data to drive continuous improvement, resource allocation, and program accountability

Performance Management & Leadership

• Supervises managers responsible for ACI workforce, CTE, and SCC operations
• Leads, coaches, and develops multidisciplinary teams across multiple sites
• Establishes expectations, monitors outcomes, and drives a culture of accountability, innovation, and service excellence
• Ensures consistent statewide implementation of policies, procedures, and quality standards
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge of

• Workforce development, CTE, and reentry employment programs
• Labor market trends, employer needs, and workforce systems
• Budgeting, contract management, program evaluation, and performance measurements
• Strategic planning, organizational leadership, and continuous improvement practices

Skill in

• Developing and implementing workforce development strategies
• Building partnerships with employers, educational institutions, and community stakeholders
• Analyzing data and evaluating program performance
• Managing programs, budgets, contracts, and multiple priorities
• Leading teams and communicating effectively with a diverse audience

Ability to

• Provide strategic leadership for workforce and education initiatives
• Align programs with agency goals, workforce needs, and reentry outcomes
• Interpret and apply policies, regulations, and standards
• Drive accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Make sound decisions and solve complex organizational challenges
• Follow federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements

Selective Preference(s)

• At least 4 (four) years of experience in workforce development, employer engagement, or education program management
• At least 2 (two) years of experience managing contracts, partnerships, or program implementation
• Strong understanding of workforce policy, credentialing, and labor market alignment
• Experience working with justice-involved populations or reentry programs
• Familiarity with WIOA, ARIZONA@WORK, and industry credential systems

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation and a drug test.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.