Dean of Workforce

The Dean of Workforce Development provides visionary, strategic, and operational leadership for the institution's workforce portfolio, with primary oversight of workforce credit and non-credit programs, state-funded workforce grant initiatives, and the Strengthening Community Colleges Training grant. Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, this position serves as a key member of the College's academic leadership team. The Dean drives a culture and responsiveness to rapidly evolving labor market demands ensuring the workforce programs offered are employer informed and align with high-demand industries. Through strong partnerships with employers, government agencies, workforce boards, and community-based organizations, the Dean ensures that programming reflects real-time workforce demands and contributes to regional economic development strategies. The Dean supports the College's regional and national reputation as a leader among community colleges.

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Non-Affiliated Administrator Staff Duration:

Full-Time, 12 months Provides collaborative, team-based leadership for workforce development programs by addressing departmental, divisional, and institutional priorities through regular engagement with instructors, staff, administration, and external partners; oversees enrollment, advising, credential pathways, and student support services within workforce programs. Provides leadership and oversight for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of workforce development programs, including credit and non-credit offerings, apprenticeships, customized training, and industry-recognized credentials, ensuring alignment with labor market demand, state requirements, accreditation standards, and employer needs. Builds and sustains strong partnerships with employers, workforce boards, labor organizations, economic development agencies, and community partners to support program relevance, work-based learning, internships, apprenticeships, job placement, and continuous improvement. Encourages and guides instructors and staff to assess workforce programs, credentials, and instructional methods using data- and evidence-informed practices to improve student learning, completion, employment outcomes, and return on investment for students and employers. Provides analysis and advocacy for workforce development resource needs and allocations, including facilities, equipment, staffing, and technology; coordinates, reviews, and approves departmental budgets within the context of College fiscal sustainability and grant compliance. Oversees grant development, implementation, and compliance related to workforce initiatives, including local, state, federal, and private funding sources; ensures effective operations management, reporting, and sustainability of grant-funded programs. Ensures consistency with College policies and procedures in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development of faculty and staff; serves as a primary resource for supervision, coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management. Oversees the development and implementation of divisional procedures and criteria for the evaluation of professional performance; reviews departmental evaluations and makes recommendations to the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs regarding retention, promotion, and other personnel actions. Responds to instructors and staff concerns related to student conduct and workforce program operations; oversees and participates in academic grievance processes and responds to student and employer concerns in accordance with College policies and procedures. Stays current with workforce trends, emerging technologies, industry standards, and innovative teaching and training methodologies. Represents workforce development programs in College-wide initiatives, community events, and regional or national forums; supports special projects and initiatives as assigned. Performs related duties, projects, and initiatives as assigned. Master's degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution in workforce development, business, education, applied sciences, or a closely related field. Seven years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, workforce development, or a related field, including at least four years in an academic or workforce leadership role demonstrating strategic planning, program development, and change management. At least three years of experience teaching or providing instructional leadership in postsecondary, workforce, or adult education settings. Demonstrated knowledge of workforce education systems, including curriculum development, industry credentials, apprenticeships, non-credit and credit pathways, and employer engagement. Evidence of effective interpersonal communication, collaboration, problem solving, public speaking, and conflict resolution skills, with a commitment to continuous professional growth. Four years of management and/or supervisory experience, including oversight of programs, departments, or initiatives with institution-wide or community-wide impact. Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and data systems used for enrollment, outcomes tracking, reporting, and grant management; ability to analyze data and produce detailed reports and presentations. Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and access; experience supporting diverse students, faculty, staff, and community partners; and a strong commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college. Doctoral degree. Experience teaching or leading workforce or career and technical education programs at a community college. Experience with grant-funded workforce initiatives, employer-sponsored training, or regional workforce strategies. Bilingual - English/Spanish.