Instructional Services Manager (Specially Funded)

$69,538.50 - $90,400.05/annually, DOE

118

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

12 Months

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.

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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.

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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)

Provides program-level oversight, coordination, and operational leadership for the Administration of Justice and Paralegal Department's Law and Legal Studies bachelor's degree and Paralegal program. The position works collaboratively with the Faculty Chair and department leadership to support the strategic development, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of both programs.

Responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development and course assessments; coordinating adjunct faculty recruitment, hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development; monitoring student engagement, success, grievances, and persistence; and cultivating relationships with community legal partners to expand internship and experiential learning opportunities. The position monitors program objectives and learning outcomes, evaluates program effectiveness, and leads or recommends improvements to strengthen academic quality, student recruitment, retention, and program growth. Additionally, the position oversees course development activities, coordinates program initiatives, and ensures alignment with departmental and institutional goals.

30% - Program Oversight and Administration: Provides day-to-day oversight and coordination of the Law and Legal Studies bachelor's degree and Paralegal programs, ensuring alignment with departmental and institutional goals. Serves as a primary point of contact for adjunct faculty and students regarding curriculum, course delivery, academic concerns, and program-related issues. Monitors program operations, identifies areas for improvement, and coordinates the implementation of strategies to enhance program effectiveness and student outcomes. Provides guidance and oversight in addressing student concerns, grievances, academic challenges, and persistence initiatives, collaborating with appropriate college departments and personnel. Monitors program enrollment, recruitment, and retention trends and recommends strategies to support program growth and student success.

30% - Community Partnerships and External Relations: Provides oversight and coordination of relationships with community legal partners, employers, professional organizations, and other external stakeholders to strengthen program relevance and support workforce development. Identifies, develops, and cultivates new partnerships to expand internship opportunities, experiential learning, and career pathways for students. Coordinates and facilitates program advisory council meetings, ensuring regular engagement with stakeholders and incorporating industry feedback into program planning and development. Serves as a liaison between the college and legal community partners to promote program visibility, strengthen community relationships, and identify opportunities for collaboration. Evaluates partnership effectiveness and identifies opportunities to enhance student placement, employment opportunities, and program outcomes.

15% - Strategic Planning and Program Development: Collaborates with the Faculty Chair, adjunct faculty, and department leadership on strategic planning, program development, curriculum enhancements, and implementation of new initiatives. Leads and coordinates projects related to program improvement, student success, program branding, marketing, recruitment, and retention. Monitors program objectives and performance measures, evaluates outcomes, and recommends and implements strategies to support continuous improvement. Coordinates program changes and initiatives to ensure alignment with institutional priorities, industry standards, and evolving workforce needs.

15% - Curriculum Development and Academic Quality Oversight: Directly supervises assigned full-time employees and oversees part time staff. Provides oversight of content specialists and course development activities for Law and Legal Studies and Paralegal courses, ensuring alignment with program learning outcomes, curriculum standards, and academic requirements. Collaborates with the Faculty Chair and subject matter experts to develop, review, revise, and maintain curriculum, course materials, instructional content, and assessments. Monitors course development timelines, quality, and consistency to ensure courses meet established academic standards and program objectives. Evaluates curriculum effectiveness and assessment results and coordinates revisions and improvements to strengthen instructional quality and student learning outcomes.

10% - Adjunct Faculty Recruitment, Development, and Evaluation: Assists the Faculty Chair with the recruitment, selection, hiring, onboarding, orientation, and ongoing development of adjunct faculty. Coordinates adjunct faculty training, mentoring, and professional development to promote instructional effectiveness and consistency across programs. Supports the evaluation and performance review process for adjunct faculty, providing feedback and recommendations for continuous improvement. Monitors adjunct faculty engagement and instructional needs and collaborates with the Faculty Chair to address performance concerns and support faculty success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, organizational development or directly related field, five (5) years of related experience such as planning, developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating instructional services programs which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience. A Master's degree and three (3) years of the above-listed experience, which includes two years of supervisory experience, may be required for some assignments.

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.

A. Possesses a J.D. in Law with five (5) or more years occupational experience as an attorney
B. Experience teaching college-level online classes
C. Experience developing and sustaining partnerships within the legal industry
D. Experience working within legal programs within higher education (Law, Legal Studies, Paralegal, Legal Paraprofessional)
E. Experience in the design, development, evaluation, and revision of instructional material and assessments in higher education
F. Experience training, mentoring, and evaluating adjunct faculty including designing appropriate staff development activities
G Experience presenting to small and large groups in a variety of formats and settings including students, the community, legal industry practitioners and organizations
H. Effective written communication skills (Application materials will be reviewed in this area)
I. One (1) year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years.

May be required to work at multiple sites or locations. Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense. May be required to work evenings and weekends. May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs. May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor. This is a grant funded short term position with renewal contingent on funding source.

Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:

https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd

OR

(If moving from out of state)

Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:

https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd

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.

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu

MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled

First Review November 17, 2026

Applications received after the review date may not be screened

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. Rio Salado College's Title IX/504 Coordinator is O.Tafari Osayande, o.tafari.osayande@riosalado.edu, 480-517-8196.

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.