Sr. Manager, Educational Partnerships

About the Role

Responsible for collaboration and communication with regional high schools to develop and implement equitable opportunities for students in Collegiate Academy, Early College High School, and P-TECH programs, as well as comprehensive dual credit opportunities for public, private, charter, and home school students. This role ensures students achieve certificates, degrees, and prepare for seamless transfer to universities and employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning for student cohort information, orientation, application, enrollment, transition, and graduation processes.
• Organize summer bridge programs and campus student engagement activities.
• Monitor cohort progress and pathway completion, communicating with high school counselors, administrators, and Educational Partnership Managers.
• Coordinate dual credit enrollment management processes with Academic Schedule Team, Student Success, and Information Technology areas.
• Collaborate on college and career readiness preparation solutions, including orientation, bridge programming, and workforce internships.
• Develop and maintain pathways for ECHS, P-TECH, and Collegiate Academy programs, ensuring successful completion and program fidelity.
• Produce graduate reports and coordinate involvement of dual credit students in workshops and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Three (3) years of related experience.
• Current and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Skills

• Leadership and oversight of operational effectiveness in dual credit and partnership programs.
• Project management and process improvement.
• Strategic planning and goal achievement.
• Stakeholder collaboration and relationship management.
• Problem-solving and decision-making in complex environments.

Why the Role Matters

Serves as a strategic leader in building partnerships with K-12 districts, universities, employers, and community organizations to expand educational access and opportunity. Advances Dallas College's mission by creating pathways for student enrollment, transfer success, workforce readiness, and economic mobility.

The Impact of the Position

• Directly influences the growth and success of partnership initiatives across Dallas County.
• Strengthens collaboration between education, business, and community stakeholders.
• Supports student success through expanded access to dual credit, transfer pathways, and workforce programs.

Why Candidates Should Be Excited

• Lead strategic partnerships with lasting impact on students and the community.
• Build relationships with influential leaders across sectors.
• Shape innovative programs addressing workforce demands and community needs.
• Serve in a highly visible, mission-driven leadership role.

What Makes Dallas College a Great Place to Work

• Mission-driven institution focused on education and workforce development.
• Collaborative, innovative culture valuing partnership and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to employee development and career advancement.
• Diverse and inclusive environment encouraging new ideas and community engagement.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Requires in-person interaction and coordination with employees, students, and external partners. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with physical challenges.

Applications Deadline: September 22, 2026

Weekly Work Hours: 40

Compensation Range: Staff Range N06, Salary Minimum $68,840.00 Annually

Work Location: On-site, with potential for hybrid work after six months based on job responsibilities and approval.