Job Title: ​ Partner Program Manager

Supervisor: ​ Administrator for Learning Systems

Employment Terms: ​12 Months

Salary Range: $75,750 - $96,535.80

Location: West-MEC

5487 N 99th Ave

Glendale, AZ 85305

Skill Sets:

● Customer Service

● Communication

● Critical Thinking

● Personal Management

● Leadership

● Professional Management

● Computer Technology

● Teamwork

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

● Monitor the goals of the West-MEC and Maricopa Colleges Partner Program partnerships, policy and procedures to ensure compliance with college and school district policies

● Manage all aspects of West-MEC Partner Programs

● Maintain knowledge of current CTE postsecondary trends

● Support excellence in the achievement, leadership and professional development of students by advising NTHS chapters for Partner Programs

● Lead essential Partner Program touchpoints: Open Houses, College Enrollment Days, Follow-your-Arrow events, Tours, Recognition Ceremony and Orientations

● Ensure student advocacy process for IEP/504/health conditions with the College Disability Office (s)

● Enhance a working relationship with postsecondary partners, member district counselors and CTE Directors, and other stakeholders to expand a positive West-MEC presence

● Co-facilitate student workshops including resume, cover letter, job interviews, employment resources, financial and career literacy

● Attend College Partner Program Advisory meetings

● Co-facilitate College Partners quarterly meetings for program management, communication and improvement

● Serve as liaison and maintain timely communication between West-MEC and Maricopa College partners; maintain working relationships with stakeholders

● Collaborate with colleagues to achieve District and department goals; assist in long-range planning and systemic advocacy

● Provide application and registration support for students in Partner Programs

● Facilitate communication between personnel, students and or/ parents for the purpose of evaluating situations, solving problems, and/ or resolving conflicts

● Co-facilitate Orientation, Open House, Follow-your-Arrow and College Enrollment events to support students and their families in West-MEC Partner Programs

● Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills:

● Knowledge of West-MEC district and campus policies and procedures

● Knowledge of early college postsecondary pathway opportunities in Arizona

● Possess skills and training in managing school response to a crisis

● Possess project management skills in an educational environment

● Ability to prioritize

● Excellent problem-solving skills

● Skill in establishing and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders

● Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications

● Knowledge of Career and Technical Education programs and associations

● Ability to be self-reliant and self-motivated

Requirements:

● 5 plus years’ experience of secondary CTE leadership, school career/ college counselor or other relevant experience.

● Arizona Principal Certificate is preferred

● Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality

● Ability to work outside normal working hours

● Travel between West-MEC District Office and Partner Programs to perform job functions

● Must pass a fingerprint clearance and background check

● Obtain an Arizona Driver’s License

● Active involvement in professional organizations (ACTE, ACTEAZ)

● Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Evaluation: ​This position has a 90-day probation period, plus a yearly evaluation

Closing Date: ​Open until filled

Start Date: ​

Application Procedure:

Submit online application: ​https://west-mec.edu/employment/

Include:

○ Letter of interest

○ Current resume

○ Three professional references (names, addresses and phone numbers)

Western Maricopa Education Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Western Maricopa Education Center does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,750.00 - $96,535.80 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person