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Student Services Analyst (Basic Needs & Retention Analyst)(Specially Funded)

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Tempe
2411 West 14th Street (Show on map)
Jun 10, 2026


Student Services Analyst (Basic Needs & Retention Analyst)(Specially Funded)

Job ID: 322828
Location: Rio Salado Community College
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Hiring Salary Range

$52,525.00 - $68,282.00/annually, DOE

Grade

114

Work Schedule

Monday - Thursday, 7:30am - 6pm; some evenings and weekends may be required

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a grant funded assignment with a projected end date of 06-30-2027 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD.

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

The Student Services Analyst (Basic Needs & Retention Analyst) coordinates, administers, and implements student support initiatives that advance adult learner persistence, retention, and access to basic needs resources across the Community Development Division's Adult Education programs. This position serves as the primary coordinator for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Career Advancement Network (SNAP-CAN) related processes, eligibility support, resource navigation, and expansion planning across locations. The position also helps administer supportive student services available through Adult Education Workforce Development programming, connects eligible students to available resources, tracks services and outcomes, prepares required reports, and provides technical assistance to staff and students. In addition, this role serves as a lead worker for Student Success Coaches, coordinating workflows, promoting consistency and cohesion across locations, and supporting Program Managers in implementing retention-focused student support strategies at Community Development locations and partner sites.

Essential Functions

25% - Coordinates day-to-day implementation of SNAP-CAN and related student support service activities for adult education learners; supports student eligibility review and enrollment processes in partnership with appropriate staff; develops and maintains procedures, forms, tracking methods, and communication tools; and helps ensure consistent implementation aligned with college, district, and state requirements.

25% - Provides coordination, guidance, and technical support to Student Success Coaches, who serve as the primary point of contact for adult education students needing assistance with basic needs and retention barriers, including transportation, food, childcare, financial literacy, and other living expenses that may affect persistence in adult education and career training. Works closely with Student Success Coaches and other staff to strengthen referral processes, supports student-centered coaching practices in follow-up and case management, help remove barriers to participation, and connect students to internal and external resources that support enrollment, attendance, persistence, transition, and completion.

20% - Serves as a lead worker by coordinating and monitoring workflow related to basic needs support, retention efforts, referral processes, student resource navigation, and service documentation among Student Success Coaches across multiple adult education locations. Promotes consistency in practices, communication, and case coordination; supports teamwork and cohesion across the coaching team; and provides feedback, recommendations, and process support to Program Managers, Directors, and other division leadership.

10% - Develops, coordinates, and helps standardize financial literacy and other basic-needs-related resources, workshop content, and implementation tools for use by Student Success Coaches across adult education locations. Works with Coaches, Program Managers, and relevant partners to identify priority workshop topics, create or curate materials, support scheduling and delivery strategies, and evaluate student participation and the usefulness of the workshops. Coordinates templates, referral guides, talking points, and resource toolkits that help Coaches implement workshops and student-facing sessions consistently.

10% - Creates and maintains files, records, service logs, and tracking tools related to support services, referrals, workshops, student participation, and outcomes; analyzes data to gauge program effectiveness; and prepares required summaries, reports, and documentation on services provided to students for college, district, grant, intergovernmental agreement, and state reporting purposes.

10% - Serves as a liaison with internal and external departments, community partners, and relevant agencies to strengthen student access to resources and improve coordination across locations. Researches promising practices, identifies opportunities to improve support workflows, and helps communicate updates, expectations, and tools that support effective service delivery. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of student services or college teaching experience, or experience coordinating, administering, planning, or evaluating programs.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience 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.

Desired Qualifications

A. Master's degree
B. Three (3) or more years of professional experience in student retention services, basic needs navigation, public benefit administration (e.g., SNAP-CAN), case management, or a closely related student services field.
C. Two (2) or more years of experience working with adult learners, English Language Learners, opportunity youth, or other nontraditional student populations in education, workforce, or community-based settings.
D. Two (2) or more years of experience building and maintaining community-based partnerships or collaborating with state agencies, health and human services departments, food banks, or public benefit system partners to support basic needs security, resource navigation, or student stability efforts.
E. Two (2) or more years of experience serving as a lead worker, coordinator, or supervisor, including providing guidance, workflow coordination, technical support, and operational alignment to student support staff or coaches.
F. Two (2) or more years of experience collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting student support or performance data, including basic needs utilization, referral outcomes, workshop participation, or grant performance data, to support reporting and continuous improvement.
G. Two (2) or more years of experience developing and delivering workshops, training, presentations, or resource materials related to financial literacy, basic needs resources, barrier reduction, or holistic student retention strategies.
H. One (1) year of full-time relevant MCCCD experience during the previous two (2) years

Special Working Conditions

Assigned work location is RSC Tempe: 2323 W 14th St, Tempe, AZ 85281. Travel to campus during interview/selection process will be at candidate's own expense. May require some evenings or weekends. May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs.

Will be required to travel to all RSC locations, including:

RSC Avondale, 420 N. Central Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323
RSC Northern, 1715 W. Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
RSC Southern, 3320 S. Price Rd, Tempe, AZ 85282
RSC Surprise, 12535 W. Smokey Dr, Surprise, AZ 85378
Rio Salado College Thomas, 3631 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85019
RSC @ Glendale Community College, 6000 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302
RSC @ South Mountain Community College, 7050 S 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85042

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 June 16, 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.

To apply, visit https://jobs.erp.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322828&PostingSeq=1

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