Director of Dual Enrollment and Educational Partnerships

About the role

The Director of Dual Enrollment and Educational Partnerships provides strategic leadership for the University of Redlands' dual enrollment initiatives, PK–20 educational partnerships, and regional pathway development efforts. This position advances the University's commitment to educational access, college readiness, workforce development, and community engagement through collaborative partnerships with K–12 school districts, county offices of education, community colleges, and regional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a university-wide connector between the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, Enrollment, and Academic Affairs, leading the development, implementation, coordination, and assessment of dual enrollment programs and educational partnerships.
• Cultivates and maintains strong relationships with superintendents, assistant superintendents, principals, counselors, teachers, and regional educational leaders.
• Coordinates the development and expansion of dual enrollment pathways aligned with institutional priorities, regional workforce needs, and student interests.
• Collaborates with university leadership, faculty, and academic units to identify opportunities for new partnerships, pathway programs, and academic offerings.
• Supports the expansion of university presence and visibility throughout the Inland Empire and surrounding regions through strategic educational partnerships.
• Coordinates with university offices to ensure compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and state regulations related to dual enrollment programming.
• Assists with budget planning, operational coordination, and implementation processes related to dual enrollment and partnership initiatives.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation related to partnerships, agreements, enrollment activity, and program implementation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in K–12 education, higher education, dual enrollment, educational partnerships, college access initiatives, or academic program leadership.
• Demonstrated experience developing collaborative partnerships across educational institutions and community organizations.
• Valid California Class C driver's license with a good driving record required.

Skills

• Knowledge of dual enrollment structures, educational pathways, and PK–20 partnerships.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, partnerships, and timelines simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.