Program Analyst Jobs in Arizona
Program Analyst jobs in Arizona are consistently active, with demand concentrated in government contracting, defense, healthcare administration, and financial services across seniority levels from entry-level associate analyst through senior program analyst. Phoenix and Tucson anchor the bulk of hiring, while Scottsdale draws openings tied to corporate headquarters and financial firms, with major employers including Raytheon Technologies, Banner Health, and Wells Fargo maintaining substantial program analyst workforces in the state. The most in-demand specialties are data-driven program evaluation, federal contract compliance, and health program operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Hiring Salary Range
$53,050.25 - $68,964.82/annually, DOE
Grade
114
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required
Work Calendar
12 Months
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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
This position provides advanced planning, coordination, and analytical support for a high-volume Early College portfolio serving more than 9,500 Dual Enrollment students and supporting partnerships with over 50 high schools across Maricopa County. The portfolio includes Dual Enrollment, Concurrent Enrollment, Achieving a College Education (ACE), Career and Technical Education (CTE), and other developing programs operating within a dynamic environment with ongoing regulatory, institutional, and partnership changes.
Assists with the development and implementation of program and project goals, operational plans, and process improvements to support enrollment growth, partner expansion, and effective program delivery. Coordinates the onboarding of new high school partners, including aligning processes, documentation, and timelines to ensure successful program implementation.
Performs complex qualitative and quantitative research and data analysis to inform decision-making, monitor program performance, and support continuous improvement. Supports the design, documentation, and maintenance of business processes, systems, and reporting frameworks to ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant operations across the student lifecycle and partner network.
Coordinates with cross-functional teams and external partners, including Rio faculty chairs, Academic Affairs leadership, and Student Affairs, to support scheduling, curriculum alignment, student services processes, and overall program operations. Facilitates communication, resolves operational issues, and maintains alignment with institutional policies and procedures in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions
20% - Cross-Functional Operations (Student Lifecycle): Coordinates student onboarding, admissions, registration, enrollment, and completion processes; Collaborates with Admissions & Registration, Academic Affairs, and partner schools; Serves as liaison across academic departments, student services, and external partners; Responds to operational issues, researches solutions, and implements recommendations
15% - Data Analysis, Reporting & Research: Performs qualitative and quantitative research; analyzes program and project data; Develops reports, dashboards, and summaries with actionable recommendations; Designs and deploys surveys; analyzes findings for program evaluation; Oversees reporting related to admissions, registration, graduation, and completion; Prepares reports and presentations for leadership and stakeholders
15% - Dual Enrollment Operations & Scheduling: Develops and maintains course schedules; Oversees dual enrollment reporting and operational tracking; Coordinates scheduling cycles aligned with academic calendars; Supports student information system (SIS) processes tied to enrollment and completion
10% - Process Improvement & Automation: Identifies operational bottlenecks and implements workflow improvements; Redesigns processes across student lifecycle and partnership workflows; Supports development of automated systems (reporting tools, workflows, auto-confer graduation); Researches best practices and emerging technologies to drive innovation
10% - Partnership & Contract Coordination: Coordinates external partnerships and vendor relationships; Drafts contracts using approved templates and facilitates legal review; Maintains ongoing relationships with partners and stakeholders
10% - Documentation & Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development: Designs and maintains SOPs, RACI matrices, process maps, and operational calendars; Develops and maintains SIS training documentation; Provides training to staff as needed; Maintains program documentation and knowledge resources
10% - Compliance, Records & Administrative Oversight: Monitors compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations; Maintains program records for audits, evaluation, and strategic planning; Tracks budgets including Maricopa Grant and departmental funds; Oversees documentation for reporting and accountability
10% - Communication & Stakeholder Support: Sends student communications via text, phone, and email; Responds to inquiries and resolves issues; Prepares correspondence and communication materials; Supports stakeholder engagement and coordination; Answer phone calls and greet student and families as needed; Develops presentations and other materials. Website, AI Chatbot & Technical Maintenance: Maintains departmental website content; Updates AI chatbot knowledge database; Supports minor technical and content management needs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, business or public administration, or directly related field and two (2) years of related program management experience preferably in an educational setting.
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 Dual Enrollment or Early College programs
B. Experience in project coordination or project management, including tracking timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional workflows
C. One (1) year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years
Special Working Conditions
This position supports Early College programs, including Achieving a College Education (ACE), Dual Enrollment, and Concurrent Enrollment, and requires regular interaction with students, high school partners, and internal stakeholders. This is a front-facing role that requires reliable coverage and responsiveness to student, partner, and program needs. Evening and weekend work is required to support program activities, outreach events, student onboarding, and partner engagement. Attendance at evening and weekend events is required. Candidates must meet minimum driving standards as outlined in MCCCD Vehicle Requirements. The position requires regular travel to MCCCD locations, school districts, and high schools to support program operations and partner coordination. This position currently requires in-office presence at least three (3) days per week and (5) days per week during peak registration which is the entire month of August, September, and January; but the schedule may change based on business needs, program cycles, and college direction. May involve prolonged periods of computer use. May require lifting or carrying materials up to 25 lbs in support of events and program activities.
Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:
https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd
OR
(If moving from out of state)
Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving:
https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. 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, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load)
- 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 August 19,2026
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. Rio Salado College's Title IX/504 Coordinator is O.Tafari Osayande, o.tafari.osayande@riosalado.edu, 480-517-8196.
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.
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program analyst jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field
- Experience with program performance monitoring, reporting, and evaluation methodologies
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
- Familiarity with federal or state government contract compliance requirements
- Strong written communication skills for preparing program reports and briefings
- Ability to obtain or maintain a government security clearance for defense-sector roles
Program Analyst Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program analyst in Arizona?
Most program analyst roles in Arizona require a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, information systems, or a closely related field, and Arizona does not require a state-issued license for this role. Candidates targeting government or defense positions often pursue a Project Management Professional certification or a Certified Government Financial Manager credential, both of which are recognized by Arizona's major contracting employers and strengthen applications considerably.
How much do program analysts make in Arizona?
Program analysts in Arizona earn a median of about $103,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,920 for the lowest 10% to over $182,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire program analysts in Arizona?
Employers hiring program analysts in Arizona right now include Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and ClearPlan Consulting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's concentration of defense contractors, hospital systems, and state government agencies means openings are consistently distributed across both the public and private sectors throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most program analyst jobs?
Tucson, Phoenix, and Chandler account for the most program analyst openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its density of government agencies, defense contractors, and corporate regional headquarters, while Tucson's openings are driven largely by Raytheon Technologies, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and the University of Arizona medical and research enterprise.
Are there remote program analyst jobs in Arizona?
Yes, and more than most fields. Program analyst work is largely desk-based and documentation-driven, making it well suited to remote arrangements. About 33% of program analyst openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in this field have embraced flexible work. Program evaluation, data reporting, and grant compliance functions tend to see the most fully remote postings.
How can I get hired as a program analyst in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for program coordinator, administrative analyst, or grants specialist roles at Arizona's large hospital systems, state agencies, or county government offices, which regularly hire candidates with relevant education and limited direct experience. Banner Health, the Arizona Department of Economic Security, and Maricopa County all post entry-level analyst and coordinator positions that serve as a practical bridge into program analyst work, and earning a Project Management Professional certification or completing a government contracting certificate adds a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to program analyst jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to program analyst jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Arizona employers across industries including defense, healthcare, and state government. Find roles that fit your experience and background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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