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Project Manager - Member Engagement (Specially-Funded)

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b), remote work
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Jul 16, 2026


Project Manager - Member Engagement (Specially-Funded)

Job ID: 322949
Location: GateWay Community College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$64,989.46 - $84,486.50/annually, DOE

Grade

117

Work Schedule

Tuesday - Friday, 12:00pm - 9:00pm; Saturday, 9:00am - 6:00 pm. Evening and weekend hours are required.

This position may allow for a remote work day and the schedule will be determined upon hire.

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a specially-funded, at-will position with a projected end date of 6/30/2027 with renewal based on available funding and the needs of MCCCD.

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 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)


Job Summary

GateWay Community College is now hiring a great new role!

GateWay Community College is seeking a Project Manager (Member Engagement) for its Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM)-oriented Makerspace (PHOENIX FORGE) in downtown Phoenix. This 22,500-square-foot facility is open to the public as well as college students, faculty, and the staff of the Maricopa County Community College District.

Under General Supervision of the Project Manager Senior (Director), this position will lead the Member Services area of the makerspace, manage the day-to-day operations, space use, and programming of the makerspace. This position will be a main point of contact for incoming and outgoing messaging related to makerspace happenings and events. The Project Manager (Member Engagement Manager) will serve as a direct link between the makerspace and our growing member base and community partners.

Campus Location: 535 W Van Buren St, Phoenix, AZ 85003

Essential Functions

40% - Oversees Member Services area. Assists in developing member services policies and processes including new processes to achieve member services area objectives, schedules, milestones, and overall needs. Maintains Makerspace Management Software (EZFacility) including member records, reservation/class/event scheduling, and billing. Manages Member access control system.

30% - Monitors makerspace messaging/communication platforms including email, social media, Google business profile etc. Develops internal communications to ensure member base and community are informed on all makerspace activities, events, and happenings. Coordinates with College Marketing Department on external marketing to ensure branding and identity consistency.

20% - Plans and Coordinates multiple special events (appx 10-12 of various scale) throughout year including, scheduling, messaging, attendance tracking, vendor coordination, and reporting.

10% - Supervises up to 4 part-time staff. Participates in hiring, plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and evaluates work of assigned staff. Other Duties as Assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration and of two (2) years of experience providing journey level project management coordination and assistance including preparing reports, maintaining records, tracking budgets, performing research and assisting with project communication.

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
  1. Experience working with or supporting makerspaces, educational institutions, workforce or economic development initiatives, community partnerships, or the Phoenix-area entrepreneurial and creative ecosystem.
  2. Experience using Facility Management tools (Such as EZFacility) for member management, space planning and reservations, point of sale (including cash handling, inventory, billing), and record keeping
  3. Experience working in a public-sector organization with multiple departments, stakeholders, or organizational layers
  4. Experience providing customer service, communicating effectively through digital and in-person channels, utilizing workplace technology, and maintaining accuracy in detail-oriented tasks
  5. One (1) year full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years


Special Working Conditions
  • Will be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations
  • Will require evenings or weekends
  • May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen
  • May be required to lift or carry up to #25 lbs
  • MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas


How to Apply

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. 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 (must include number of hours worked)
  • 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.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled. First Review on July 27, 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.erp.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=322949&PostingSeq=1

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