| Location | Phoenix, AZ |
Help connect Phoenix College students to real-world opportunities in the technology industry!
This position plays a key role in expanding and strengthening Work-Based Experience (WBE) opportunities and community partnerships that prepare students for careers in information technology (IT). The role builds relationships with employers and community partners, coordinates assigned programs and projects, and helps turn workforce needs into meaningful experiences for our students.
The position supports the planning, development, and implementation of program goals and objectives; conducts research and analysis to inform program activities; and uses current information technology application software to support day-to-day work. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact by connecting students with experiences, partnerships, and resources that help them move from the classroom into the workforce.
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.
Essential Functions
20% - Recruitment, Outreach, and Enrollment: Develops and implements outreach and recruitment strategies to increase student awareness, participation, and enrollment in Work-Based Experience (WBE) opportunities. Markets program services, engages prospective students and community partners, conducts follow-up, and coordinates participant onboarding and orientation to support successful program entry.
20% - Student Advising, Coaching, and Workforce Readiness: Provides workforce-focused advising and coaching to help students identify career goals, navigate program requirements, and prepare for employment opportunities in the information technology (IT) industry. Monitors student progress, coordinates referrals to appropriate college and community resources, and provides case management and retention support to promote student persistence and successful program completion.
20% - Industry Partnerships and Program Engagement: Develops and maintains relationships with IT employers, industry representatives, and community organizations to expand Work-Based Experience opportunities and align program activities with workforce needs. Coordinates employer engagement activities, hiring events, industry meetings, and other initiatives that connect students with career exploration, experiential learning, and employment opportunities.
20% - Program Coordination and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinates assigned programs, projects, and activities that support WBE goals and objectives. Collaborates with faculty, college leadership, student services, district teams, employers, and community partners to facilitate program implementation, align resources, address operational needs, and strengthen pathways between academic preparation and workforce opportunities.
10% - Research, Data Analysis, and Program Evaluation: Conducts research and analyzes program data, including enrollment, participation, retention, completion, and employment-related outcomes, to assess program effectiveness and identify trends, needs, and opportunities for improvement. Prepares reports, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), and uses findings to inform program planning, evaluate progress toward established goals, and recommend improvements to program activities and services.
10% - Program Administration, Documentation, and Compliance: Maintains accurate program records, participant documentation, and administrative systems to support effective program operations and reporting. Coordinates scholarship-related support and associated documentation, monitors applicable grant and institutional requirements, and utilizes current information technology applications to manage program information, track activities, and support compliance with established policies, procedures, and reporting requirements. Performs other duties as assigned.