Program Coordinator (Specially-Funded ) - CEI

Program Coordinator (Specially-Funded ) - CEI Job ID: 322800 Location: GateWay Community College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $22.06-$28.67, DOE Grade 112 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Funding Information This is a specially funded, at-will position with a projected end date of 06/30/2027 with renewal based on available funding and the needs of MCCCD. Benefits 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 for an exciting new role supporting the Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation AI Lab. The program coordinator will lead the coordination and implementation of AI and automation infrastructure initiatives. This hands‑on role will help translate AI strategy, system architecture, and operational needs into scalable, production‑ready programs and processes. The program coordinator will oversee the design, development, and deployment of intelligent systems that support internal operations, workflow automation, data‑driven decision‑making, and venture development initiatives. Essential Functions 40% - AI Systems Coordination, Automation Development & Operational Infrastructure: Coordinates and supports AI‑enabled operational systems, workflow automations, AI tooling infrastructure, integrations, documentation, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting CEI operations and startup ecosystem activities. 30% - Applied Intelligence Research, Strategic Analysis & Ecosystem Evaluation: Conducts operational, startup, market, and technology research; performs competitive and ecosystem analysis; evaluates AI tools and vendors; and supports strategic planning, commercialization, and operational intelligence initiatives. 20% - Cross-Functional Coordination, Stakeholder Collaboration & Operational Support: Collaborates with leadership, staff, vendors, students, startups, and external partners to support AI initiatives, workflow alignment, project coordination, communication efforts, and operational support activities. 10% - Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional operational, administrative, technical coordination, research, documentation and special project duties supporting CEI operations and evolving organizational needs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business, public administration, information technology, computer science, management information systems (MIS), data analytics, engineering, business technology, project management or a directly related field and one (1) year of experience in researching information, gathering data, performing preliminary analysis and preparing reports. 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 A. Experience coordinating or supporting AI and automation initiatives, with proficiency in AI tools, workflow automation platforms, and data‑driven system. B. Experience with AI‑assisted operational governance and workflow management, including agile and SDLC practices, compliance‑aware operational controls, source validation and traceability methodologies, hallucination mitigation, audit trails, and process optimization. C. Experience with startup ecosystems, incubators, innovation labs, commercialization initiatives, applied innovation programs, or research‑driven operational environments. D. Experience with CRM systems, data tracking, or reporting platforms. E. 1 year full‑time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two years. Special Working Conditions May be required to travel or be assigned to all GateWay locations May require some 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 Posting Close Date Open until filled. First Review June 8, 2026 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr