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Workforce Program ManagerArizona Commerce Authority • Phoenix, AZ, US
Workforce Program Manager

Workforce Program Manager

Arizona Commerce Authority • Phoenix, AZ, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona's economy.

The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy : recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.

We have a unique opportunity to be part of Arizona's growing microelectronics ecosystem and help shape the future of semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.

The ACA is seeking a Workforce Program Manager to manage a multistate workforce consortium to address microelectronics workforce gaps across the semiconductor value chain. Spanning Arizona, Southern California, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado, the region represents one of the nation's most strategically important expansion corridors, with strengths in design, manufacturing, advanced packaging, research, and space and defense systems.

This person will manage the day-to-day operations of the consortium, serving as the primary liaison to federal, state and local parters across industry, education, and government. The role oversees sub-agreements, reporting, and performance tracking to ensure timely, measurable outcomes and requires strong program management and analytical skills in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment.

This is a temporary, full-time, benefits eligible position with an initial term limited to twelve (12) months, with the possibility for extension on a year-by-year basis up to a term of five (5) years. Anticipated start date with the ACA is on or before April 1, 2026.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of consortium activities, ensuring effective day-to-day operations, delivery of key focus areas, and achievement of performance outcomes.
  • Manage and coordinate workforce development programs and initiatives aligned with the consortium mission, partner-led activities, and work-based learning strategies that strengthen semiconductor and advanced technology talent pipelines.
  • Support semiconductor workforce initiatives in alignment the National Semiconductor Economic Roadmap (NSER)
  • Serve as the administrative and programmatic liaison to the consortium, acting as the designated Workforce Program Manager with authority and responsibility to lead and direct efforts.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of stakeholder relationships with industry, academia, government, economic development organizations, and workforce organizations to support regional semiconductor and advanced technology workforce needs.
  • Manage sub-agreements with multiple regional partners, ensuring timely execution of activities and minimizing administrative challenges.
  • Serve as a liaison between partners and internal teams to ensure smooth implementation of workforce programming, partner coordination, and alignment with regional priorities.
  • Convene and facilitate consortium meetings, working groups, and partner engagements to support information sharing, coordination, and alignment across the Silicon Southwest ecosystem.
  • Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) in accordance with the consortium protocols, including learner readiness for placement, job matching effectiveness, post-placement career progression, and responsiveness to industry change.
  • Oversee data collection and reporting processes across regional partners to ensure accuracy, consistency, and consortium compliance requirements.
  • Prepare and deliver quarterly programmatic and performance reports, aggregate partner data, track NNME KPIs, and produce executive-ready summaries to support compliance and decision-making.
  • Support future readiness activities, outcomes, budgets, identifying risks and gaps, aligning partner commitments, and preparing workplans and budgets to enable successful scale-up.
  • Plan and host one regional convening for consortium partners and attend one national convening, develop agendas, coordinating speakers and logistics, facilitate cross-partner alignment, capturing action items and outcomes, and integrating national insights and best practices into regional implementation.

COMPETENCY, EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, education, engineering, workforce development, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in programming or project management, preferably within workforce development, economic development, education, or advanced technology sectors.
  • Experience supporting multi-state or regional initiatives involving diverse partner ecosystems, including coordination across industry, education, and government stakeholders.
  • Experience supporting or managing contracts or sub-agreements, including timelines, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports for senior leadership or external funders.
  • Ability to track performance metrics, analyze data, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and operate in a deadline-driven environment.

    • HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Master's degree in public policy, public administration, education, business, engineering, or a related field of study.
  • Experience working with federally funded or federally coordinated initiatives, including compliance, reporting, and performance tracking requirements.
  • Familiarity within the semiconductor, microelectronics, advanced manufacturing, or defense-related sectors.
  • Demonstrated ability to rapidly execute agreements and manage partner deliverables in dynamic environments.
  • Experience planning and facilitating regional or national convenings, including agenda development and stakeholder coordination.
  • Strong analytical skills, including experience with KPI development and outcomes reporting.
  • Experience working with economic development, workforce boards, higher education systems, or public–private partnerships.
  • Experience with Salesforce or comparable CRM tools.
  • Ability to develop strategic plans in concert with agency and department goals.
  • Ability to coordinate and collaborate with various levels of experience throughout the organization.
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