Associate Dean of Workforce Development (Division Operating Officer)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the operating officer of the Division, with responsibility for operational performance, infrastructure, and execution of strategic Division initiatives.
• Act as the primary deputy to the Dean, with delegated authority to make decisions and lead the Division in the Dean’s absence.
• Provide strategic oversight of the Division’s budget, including planning, allocation, forecasting, and fiscal accountability.
• Direct and oversee all grants and contracts, including development, compliance, reporting, and long-term sustainability.
• Lead operational strategy and continuous improvement efforts, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and high-quality program delivery.
• Supervise and develop all division professional and administrative staff, trainers/faculty, and coordinators, establishing clear performance expectations and accountability structures.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify and secure funding opportunities and expand workforce initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with institutional policies and state/federal regulations.
• Support and help drive strategic planning, program development, and performance evaluation aligned with labor market data.
• Represent the Division in institutional leadership forums, external partnerships, and workforce development initiatives.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required; doctorate preferred in a related field.
• Significant experience in workforce development, higher education, or a related sector.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management and grant administration.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience building partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in a community college or open-access institution.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and workforce development programs and best practices.
• Familiarity with student and learning management systems and digital training tools used in industry.
• Experience as a project manager or operations manager in a workforce development or academic environment preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and leadership.
• Collaboration and relationship-building.
• Data-informed decision-making.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Commitment to student success.

Additional Information

Salary Range: $134,000 - $144,000
Actual Salary Will Be Commensurate with Education and Experience.
Non-Unit Professional.
Full State Benefited position.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position please upload the following documents to your account: Resume Cover Letter
Please be sure to address the Required Qualifications in your documents.