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Weekly Work Hours 40
Compensation Range A91
Salary Minimum $190,000.00 Annually
FLSA United States of America (Exempt)
Position Type Administrator
Position Summary
The Chief of Regional Partnership Development plays a pivotal role in supporting the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Workforce Education by discovering, pursuing, and orchestrating complex regional workforce solutions. This role involves managing multiple external and internal stakeholder perspectives. With a strong understanding of state and federal policies and funding streams, the Chief acts as a catalyst for rapid deployment of solutions to address pressing workforce challenges. The Chief also guides academic and workforce concept solutions for the College's sector strategy approach, connecting academic leaders and external stakeholders to bring these concepts to fruition.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Legislative and Policy Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in local, state, and federal workforce development legislation, regulatory environments, and policy frameworks. Funding and Partnership Knowledge: Deep familiarity with economic development funding sources, workforce grant programs, and public-private partnership models. Asset Alignment Ability: Proven ability to identify and align internal academic and workforce assets-including program offerings, faculty expertise, and college infrastructure-with external stakeholder needs. Relationship-Building Skills: Strong skills in building relationships and engaging stakeholders, including regional employers, workforce boards, economic development agencies, civic organizations, and governmental partners. Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex workforce policy and funding issues for diverse audiences. Strategic Problem-Solving: Skilled in strategic problem-solving, systems thinking, and translating regional challenges into actionable institutional responses. Collaborative Success: Demonstrated success in collaborating with executive academic leadership, campus presidents, and workforce leaders on sector strategy development and implementation. Grant Management Experience: Experience in securing and managing large-scale grants, including proposal development, budget alignment, and compliance reporting.
Minimum Qualifications
Fifteen (15) years of progressive responsibility and leadership in government relations, policy analysis, grant writing, or workforce development. Five (5) years of experience working with state or federal agencies, policymakers, or advocacy organizations. Experience developing and managing grant proposals and compliance reports. Demonstrated experience in analyzing and interpreting policy documents and legislative bills. Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *** Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Strategic Partnership Development: Cultivate and steward partnerships with regional, state, and federal stakeholders to advance workforce initiatives aligned with the College's sector strategy framework. Policy Intelligence and Alignment: Track, analyze, and interpret policy changes and regulatory trends to inform college-wide workforce strategy and ensure organizational readiness. Workforce Solution Design: Collaborate with internal leaders to co-create rapid, scalable workforce and academic solutions that respond to regional labor market needs and funding opportunities. Grant and Funding Strategy: Lead the identification, pursuit, and management of strategic funding streams-state, federal, and philanthropic-to support regional workforce innovation. Internal Navigation and Facilitation: Act as a connector across college schools, campuses, and leadership levels to align internal expertise with external demands and opportunities. Data-Informed Decision-Making: Collect, analyze, and synthesize labor market, funding, and policy data to guide decision-making, measure impact, and report outcomes to stakeholders. Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure alignment with all legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements related to workforce partnerships, grants, and external engagements. Provost and Leadership Support: Serve as a strategic advisor to the Provost and Vice Chancellor of Workforce Education, contributing to high-level decision-making and partnership visioning. Building and Developing Teams: Responsible for assembling a talented team, fostering a positive work environment, and developing the skills and capabilities of team members. Fostering Collaboration: Encourage teamwork and collaboration, creating an environment where team members can work together effectively. Performance Management: Tracking progress, providing feedback, and supporting professional development. Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year. Performs other duties as assigned. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. About Us Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas.We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do. Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law.In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Applications DeadlineJune 5, 2025
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Dallas College
$190,000.00 Annually
May 21, 2025