Job Details
Dean of Workforce Development and Corporate Partnerships
Dean of Workforce Development and Corporate Partnerships
Department: Workforce Development
Employment type: full-time administrative faculty (exempt)
Position Purpose
The Dean of Workforce Development and Corporate Partnerships will drive training, services, enrollment, and revenue related to workforce development, customized and contract training, and other related programs and services. The Dean will oversee directors, staff, and instructors in specific sectors or program areas, to ensure effective implementation, management, and evaluation of workforce programs. The Dean will develop and cultivate relationships with key external stakeholders by working closely with business and industry partners to determine workforce development needs, lead the development of innovative curricula that enhance employees' skills and knowledge, recruit students and instructors, and manage operational logistics of workforce contracts. The Dean serves as the main point of contact for business and industry and will be an active member of the economic and workforce development community. The Dean will provide direction to the College on regional workforce development matters and ensure the College's solutions will proactively address the region's needs.
The Dean should be an accomplished leader with previous experience in workforce strategy and solutions, economic development, and a proven record in building local industry partnerships. This individual will demonstrate a strong business acumen, focus on private sector growth, and job creation through state incentives for regional collaboration.
The position reports directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in business administration, public administration or other related fields or completion of a specialized certification program requiring coursework of one year or more beyond an undergraduate degree.
- Minimum of three years increasing experience and management responsibilities leading workforce development or business consultant teams.
- Minimum three years experience demonstrating progressive responsibility for developing, implementing, and managing programs in an education institution, training organization, or professional association.
Additional Considerations
- Minimum of two years experience teaching credit, non-credit, or continuing education courses, preferably in a college environment.
- Broad awareness of the economic needs of the College's service areas, including the Go Virginia 9 region
To view full description and apply online, visit: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/80635
Piedmont Virginia Community College is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.
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