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Project Manager Senior

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Tempe
2411 West 14th Street (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2026
Project Manager Senior Job ID: 322445 Location: District Support Services Cntr Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $78,828.00 - $102,476.00/annually, DOE Grade 120 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, between 7am and 5pm Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months 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: 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, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings 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 Project Manager Senior is a key leader within the Enterprise Performance Office at Maricopa Community Colleges, overseeing high-impact projects from start to finish. This role is responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities. The Project Manager Senior position partners closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive progress, mitigate risks, and deliver results on time and within scope. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, providing clear and timely status updates, and preparing reports and presentations for leadership. This is an opportunity for a strategic, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering measurable outcomes that strengthen enterprise-wide performance, all while making a meaningful, behind-the-scenes impact on Maricopa students. Essential Functions 45% - Leads, coordinates, and/or provides support to complex, oftentimes system-wide, politically sensitive projects: Serves as the designated subject matter expert for projects' status, progression, and challenges Manages cross-functional project teams Facilitates the development of the project scope with the project sponsor(s) and stakeholders Identifies and facilitates the development of project objectives, milestones, schedule, and overall project plan Develops and delivers communications, materials, training, and presentations Interacts with key stakeholders and keeps them informed on project progress Facilitates meetings with project sponsors and key stakeholders 25% - Monitors, tracks, and reports on project deliverables: Creates and maintains comprehensive project documentation and provides project status updates Composes, reviews, and finalizes original comprehensive reports and documents Addresses project issues and risk scenarios Provides recommended solutions to mitigate risk; tracks lessons learned 15% Utilizes change management techniques to ensure successful adoption of project outcomes and/or other system-wide initiatives: Recommend and execute strategies for communicating, socializing, and managing organizational change. 10% - Develops and monitors project budgets and related expenditures: Ensures projects are accomplished in accordance with established specifications and funding requirements Establishes and maintains working relationships with vendors, contractors, and procurement and fiscal departments as needed. 5% -Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business, program management, or public administration, and four (4) years of project management coordination and experience. 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 An active professional project management certification (PMP, CAPM, etc.) in good standing Three years of experience leading end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional projects, evidenced by projects involving at least two of the following factors: multiple functional areas, vendor coordination, systems/process integration, regulatory/compliance constraints, significant change management, or a high dependency/risk environment Demonstrated success leading decision-making across broad stakeholder groups by eliciting input from Subject Matter Experts (SME) and driving alignment when you are not the primary domain expert Three years of experience working in higher education, preferably within a community college system Demonstrated ability to produce clear, concise, and professional written communication. Cover letter and resume will be included in the assessment of this qualification One year of experience applying structured changemanagement techniques within projects One year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two years Special Working Conditions MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas May be required to work at multiple sites or locations Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D driver's license is required; must meet minimum standards regarding driving: http://business.maricopa.edu/risk-management/motor-vehicle-usage/motor-vehicle-driving-requirements May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time, viewing a computer monitor Working Hours: Work hours during fall/spring are 8 hours, between 7 am and 5 pm, Monday - Friday Work hours during summer are 10 hours, between 7 am and 7 pm, Monday - Thursday How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Open until filled First Review: Monday, March 23, 2026 Applications received after the review date may not be screened 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. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322445&PostingSeq=1 jeid-1cc3055b8be3dc4a9374229f61d56837