Prison Education Program Manager

Education transforms lives—and at Arizona Western College, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and build a brighter future. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Prison Education Manager to lead programs that expand access to higher education for incarcerated individuals through the Second Chance Pell initiative.

In this role, you'll help students overcome barriers, achieve their educational goals, and prepare for successful reentry into their communities. Join us in creating pathways to opportunity, empowerment, and lifelong success.

Typical Duties Serves Students. Develops, plans, evaluates, and implements goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the processing, administering, and monitoring of Title IV eligibility for Second Chance Pell. Coordinates with counterparts and other staff to ensure consistency across locations.

Responsible for managing the student enrollment process from initial admissions application, registration, academic advising, and assisting with navigating the financial aid options, ensuring a smooth transition into students’ studies while adhering to institutional policies and regulations.

Provides guidance to students on all aspects of student financial aid, such as satisfactory academic progress, eligibility, and appeal. Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned. Click here to view the full job description !

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 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 Salary$50,544- $53,577 per year, depending on experience.
• Notes Yuma Campus and Arizona State Prison Complex
• 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 ! Explore our complete benefits here !Posting Date
• Date June 15, 2026First Review Date
• The first review of applications date begin on June 29, 20
• 26. 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.
• Completed Application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
• Cover Letter
• 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. Address Inquiries ToArizona Western CollegeHuman ResourcesPhone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629Email: Human.

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