Dean of Workforce Solutions

Position Information Title

Dean of Workforce Solutions

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Number of Months

12 Months

Proposed Date of Employment

01/04/2027

Work Schedule

A minimum 37.5-hour workweek, as determined in consultation with the supervisor, is required. Occasional evening and weekend work may be necessary.

Permanent or Temporary

Permanent

Salary Band

Commensurate with education and experience

Position Summary

Working in partnership with the Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development, the Dean of Workforce Solutions provides strategic and operational leadership for Isothermal Community College's workforce development programs and services. Reporting to the Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development, the Dean leads the development, implementation, evaluation, and expansion of workforce solutions that address employer needs, regional workforce gaps, and community priorities.

The Dean collaborates with College leadership, faculty, staff, employers, workforce organizations, governmental agencies, K-12 partners, and community stakeholders to develop responsive training, credentialing, and career pathways that support workforce readiness, economic mobility, and regional economic development.

Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Program Development

• Develop and implement workforce strategies aligned with College priorities, regional labor-market needs, and employer demand.
• Identify emerging workforce trends and lead the development, expansion, evaluation, and continuous improvement of training programs, credentials, and career pathways.
• Establish measurable goals and use data and stakeholder feedback to assess program effectiveness and guide decisions.
• Expand access to short-term training, customized instruction, industry-recognized credentials, apprenticeships, and other workforce opportunities.

Employer and Community Engagement

• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, workforce boards, economic development organizations, governmental agencies, K-12 partners, and community organizations.
• Engage employers to identify skills gaps and design responsive training, incumbent-worker development, internships, and talent pipeline initiatives.
• Represent the College at business, civic, governmental, workforce, and community events.
• Promote workforce programs and services through outreach, presentations, and strategic partnerships.

Administration and Operations

• Supervise, coach, evaluate, and support the professional development of assigned personnel.
• Manage assigned programs, budgets, contracts, and resources in accordance with College policies and applicable requirements.
• Monitor enrollment, completion, employer satisfaction, employment-related outcomes, and other performance measures.
• Ensure accurate reporting and compliance with institutional policies, accreditation expectations, funding requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.

Resource Development and Institutional Collaboration

• Identify and pursue grants, contracts, partnerships, and other funding opportunities to advance workforce initiatives.
• Collaborate with academic programs, student services, institutional research, marketing and communications, and other College units to coordinate workforce services and strengthen transitions between non-credit training and credit-bearing programs.
• Contribute to institutional planning and initiatives supporting enrollment, student success, economic mobility, employer engagement, and regional economic development.
• Prepare reports, proposals, presentations, and other materials for College leadership, partners, and funding agencies.

Other Duties

• Participate in College committees, meetings, professional development, and community activities as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of workforce development practices, industry trends, employer needs, and relevant regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Workforce development, adult learning, continuing education, and career training.
• Employer engagement, workforce trends, career pathways, and industry credentials.
• Program planning, evaluation, performance measurement, and continuous improvement.
• Budget management, grant and contract administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Partnership development, organizational leadership, and staff supervision.

Skills in:

• Strategic planning, program development, and project management.
• Employer and stakeholder engagement and relationship building.
• Budget and resource management, data analysis, and reporting.
• Written and oral communication, public speaking, negotiation, and problem-solving.
• Staff supervision, coaching, and professional development.
• Using technology and information systems to support operations and decision-making.

Ability to:

• Translate employer and community needs into effective workforce solutions.
• Build productive partnerships and lead collaboratively across organizational units.
• Analyze data, identify trends, and make informed recommendations.