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Grand Canyon Education, Inc.

Program Manager, Center of Workforce Development- Semiconductor

🇺🇸 Phoenix, AZ

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Project Management

🗓️ December 22nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Grand Canyon University is hiring a Program Manager, Center of Workforce Development- Semiconductor. This role manages daily operations of a designated program area, coordinates work within and across units, and supports department staff through organizing, facilitating, reporting, and collaboration. The manager builds strategic partnerships, oversees student support, manages grants and budgets, and contributes to program development and promotion.

Highlights
  • Manage day-to-day operations and coordinate work across administrative units within the College of Engineering & Technology.
  • Establish partnerships with school counselors, educators, and community organizations to increase program visibility and engagement.
  • Organize off-site visits with corporate and training partners to provide real-world learning experiences.
  • Support faculty by coordinating student performance data collection and analysis to improve instructional outcomes.
  • Monitor semester outcomes, analyze data for compliance, and oversee student support activities including attendance monitoring.
  • Manage operational processes related to grants, funding, and academic schedules ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
  • Design and maintain departmental systems, such as SOPs, workflows, and documentation.
  • Assist with recruitment presentations, conduct industry research, and participate in academic committees.
  • Coordinate logistics and planning for department events, conferences, and workshops including budget management and marketing.
  • Maintain financial processes like invoice reconciliation and budget tracking with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Required qualifications: High School Diploma or GED and at least 5 years of administrative experience in a large department or function.
  • Bonus skills: Trade skills and 1-2 years semiconductor experience in wafer fabrication and/or assembly test operations.
  • Responsibilities include managing digital presence via collaboration with marketing and supporting office equipment functionality.
  • Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and supporting the university’s doctrinal and ethical statements.
  • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401K plan, generous time off, paid holidays, parking, tuition discount program, and on-site gyms.

Program Manager, Center of Workforce Development- Semiconductor Full Description

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.

What you will do:
  • 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.

What you need:
  • 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.

Bonus:
  • Trade skills and 1-2 years of semiconductor experience in wafer fabrication and/or assembly test operations

Why work at GCU:
  • 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