Executive Director of Innovation & Strategy

with academic leaders retain responsibility for curriculum, accreditation, and program quality within their respective portfolios.

Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher
• Five years progressively responsible experience in higher education, workforce or economic development, business or industry engagement, innovation, grants, strategic partnerships, program development, project management, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, learning management systems, program incubation, market or labor-market analysis, revenue development. major event leadership, or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept through implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated experience developing external partnerships and securing or developing grants, sponsorships, contracts, or other resources.
• Demonstrated experience leading effective teams.
• Applicants may Indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver's License or Equivalent

Salary:
$71,700- $76,002 per year, depending on experience.

Notes:

• Yuma Campus
• Exempt

Why Work at AWC?
At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

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

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POSTING DATE:
Date: October 5, 2026

FIRST REVIEW DATE:
The first review of applications date begin on October 19, 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.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

1. Completed Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
3. Cover Letter
4. Unofficial Transcripts

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• 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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ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human. Resources@azwestern.edu

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