Project Director of Manufacturing Business and Automation Accelerator; MBAA); Grant Funded

Project Director of Manufacturing Business and Automation Accelerator (MBAA) (Grant Funded)

Project Director of Manufacturing Business and Automation Accelerator (MBAA) (Grant Funded)

Arizona Western College is seeking a Project Director of Manufacturing Business and Automation Accelerator (MBAA) to lead an innovative initiative supporting small manufacturers, startups, and workforce development across Southwest Arizona. This is a high-impact leadership role that brings people, partnerships, and program goals together to help turn the MBAA vision into results.

Grant funded through the Empower to Grow Program, this position offers the opportunity to lead a collaborative team while building relationships with key partners and helping shape the future of manufacturing in our region. If you’re an inspiring leader who thrives on collaboration and turning big-picture goals into action, this could be the opportunity for you!

• Serves Students.
  
  Provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and management accountability for the MBAA program.
• Serves as primary liaison with SBA program officer; manages all SBA reporting and compliance.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree or higher, in business, education, engineering, or related field
• 5+ years program management experience
• Manufacturing sector experience and knowledge and Federal grant experience preferred, but not required
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent

$95,000 per year

• Working assignment and location dependent upon departmental and/or institutional needs
• Benefits Eligible
• Grant Funded (Empower 2 Grow Grant) – Scheduled to end no later than August 2027
• Exempt, $95,000 12-month annual salary

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
• Innovative and student-focused institution - learn more !

The first review of applications date begin on September 28, 2026. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

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