Program Manager, Center of Workforce Development- Semiconductor

Grand Canyon University • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Located in the Valley of the Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, Grand Canyon University is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. GCU’s mission is to achieve academic excellence, hands-on, applied undergraduate and graduate research as well as raising up our community. At the College of Engineering & Technology at GCU, the Center for Workforce Development Program Manager II is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the designated program area in the department. Management often requires the coordination of work within the unit and/or across several administrative units. This is a non-supervisory activity. The Program Manager II supports organizing, facilitating, reporting, and helping the department staff while aligning with their responsibilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in administrative capacity for large department/function.
• Must pass pre-employment background investigation.
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Nice To Haves

• Trade skills and experience and knowledge

Responsibilities

• Establish and cultivate strategic partnerships with school counselors, educators, and community organizations to enhance visibility and engagement for the Center for Workforce Development (CFWD).
• Represent the department at community events and outreach activities to promote program offerings and build community presence.
• Organize and facilitate off-site visits with corporate and training partners to enhance student exposure to real-world learning environments.
• Foster strong relationships with faculty to support instructional success and student outcomes; coordinate collection and analysis of student performance data.
• Monitor and report on semester outcomes; analyze and present data for compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee student support efforts including site visit coordination, wraparound services, and class attendance monitoring to ensure student success and program effectiveness.
• Manage operational processes related to grants, funding, and academic timelines; ensure alignment with institutional goals and regulatory requirements.
• Design, implement, and maintain departmental systems, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and process documentation.
• Assist in the development of presentation materials for university recruitment and promotional events.
• Conduct research on industry trends and certification requirements to inform program and curriculum development.
• Participate in university committees and meetings related to academic systems and program development.
• Prepare complex reports, presentations, and executive summaries by integrating data across multiple departmental functions.
• Coordinate cross-functional calendars and logistics, including meetings, travel, venue arrangements, and vendor management.
• Plan and execute department-hosted events, conferences, and workshops, overseeing all aspects from budgeting and scheduling to marketing and communication.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to manage CFWD’s digital presence, contributing strategic and engaging content across social media platforms.
• Maintain accurate department records, spreadsheets, and SOPs to support operational transparency and efficiency.
• Manage and ensure the functionality of office equipment; coordinate maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and support staff training on technology use.
• Oversee financial processes including invoice reconciliation, expense reporting, and budget tracking, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.
• Lead special projects and other responsibilities as assigned by departmental leadership, contributing to strategic initiatives and academic system improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan
• Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
• Free covered parking
• We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program
• Free on-site gyms on campus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED