Chief Dialogue Officer

Chief Dialogue Officer District Support Services Center Tempe, AZ Job Details Full-time $118,300

• $153,790 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Wellness program 403(b) matching 457(b) AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Professional development assistance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Managing budgets in a finance role Networking through strategic partnership building Financial management Strategic partnerships Full Job Description Hiring Salary Range $118,300.

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• $153,790.00/annually, DOE Grade 126 Work Schedule Monday
• Friday, 8am
• 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Summer Hours:

Monday

• Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges.

Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision— creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people—not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community—we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. 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 executive-level leadership and strategic direction for Maricopa's civic engagement and civil dialogue efforts, ensuring coordinated, systemwide implementation and long-term sustainability of this work. As Maricopa expands its role as a civic partner, this role is responsible for aligning initiatives across colleges and communities, establishing a cohesive vision, and advancing strategies that elevate the system's civic impact and visibility. Serving as a primary external representative, this position cultivates and sustains high-level partnerships with civic, nonprofit, governmental, and business leaders at the local, regional, and statewide levels. The role advances Maricopa's presence in key civic and community forums, positioning the institution as a trusted convener and leader on issues of public importance. Through strategic leadership, partnership development, and external engagement, this role strengthens Maricopa's statewide presence and advances its commitment to fostering informed dialogue, civic participation, and community impact. Additional Information The position will often work on evenings and weekends, leading a variety of civic engagement/civil dialogue events Essential Functions 50%

• The Chief Civil Dialogue Officer (CDO) is responsible for the overall development and administration of all functions of statewide community engagement and civil dialogue programming, in collaboration with Arizona Town Hall.

This includes annual programming, developing short-term and long-term financial forecasts including new and innovative revenue streams. The CDO plans, schedules, and assures delivery of events in communities throughout the state and is responsible for the quality of each session. 40%

• Cultivates relationships with business, industry, municipal, and community leaders to maximize partnerships; serves as a member of the organization's committees; and is responsible for all administrative details associated with the performance of standing committees. 10%
• Inspires a diverse group of employees and volunteers through mentoring, professional development, and coaching; provides leadership, coordination, and oversight for the organization and related committees, as well as other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for Student Affairs or non-academic pathway : Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to civil dialogue, public policy, government, or law and five years of progressively responsible management and/or leadership experience in civil dialogue/civic engagement that includes three years of supervisory experience and five years of demonstrated leadership in civil dialogue, partnership development, budgeting, and community convening Examples of student affairs academic support management/leadership experience include: program management, project management, budget development and management related to programs or projects, staff supervision, policy development, administration, evaluation, and compliance.

Equivalency allowed for Non Academic area . OR Minimum Qualifications for Academic pathway : Master's Degree in a teaching field related to the area(s) of assignment and four years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education, and three years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience include: division/department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance. No equivalency. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in civil dialogue, deliberative practices, and facilitation methodologies, with experience designing and leading structured dialogue on complex or sensitive public issues. Proven ability to serve as a high-level convener, bringing together diverse stakeholders across sectors (government, nonprofit, education, business) to foster collaborative problem-solving and consensus-building. Experience developing and sustaining strategic partnerships at the local, regional, and/or statewide level, with a track record of advancing shared initiatives and community impact. Strong executive presence with the ability to represent an organization in public forums, policy discussions, and community settings, effectively engaging a wide range of audiences. Ability to navigate politically and socially sensitive topics with neutrality, professionalism, and a commitment to inclusive, respectful dialogue. 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 MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date Apply on or before 5/21/2026 to be considered. 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. 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.