DIRECTOR, APPRENTICESHIPS & WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIPS

Sjeccd; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

San José-Evergreen Community College District invites applications for the Director, Apprenticeships & Workforce Partnerships at San Jose City College. This full-time, 12-month management position leads apprenticeship programs, workforce partnerships, and funding initiatives within Academic Affairs.

The role emphasizes growing apprenticeship and career education programs, building partnerships with employers and institutions, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required); Master’s degree preferred.
• Five years of administrative, supervisory, management, workforce development, apprenticeship, contract education, or related experience.
• Experience with grants, contracts and program administration.
• Knowledge of workforce development initiatives and apprenticeship programs.
• Ability to develop, cultivate and maintain partnerships with employers and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate advancement of apprenticeship programs and assess student outcomes.
• Lead fundraising and grant opportunities for apprenticeship and workforce programs.
• Monitor compliance with federal/state regulations and manage funds.
• Develop budget plans and supervise expenditures for grants and programs.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with employers, labor groups, and community partners.
• Promote programs and coordinate marketing with internal teams.
• Engage with local and regional partners to grow apprenticeship and contract education.

Skills

Administrative leadership

Budget oversight

Partnership development

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

DIRECTOR, APPRENTICESHIPS & WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIPS

Position Title DIRECTOR, APPRENTICESHIPS & WORKFORCE PARTNERSHIPS

Posting Number

Posting Number S2663

Close/First Review Date

Close/First Review Date 11/22/2026

Department

Department Academic Affairs

Work Location

Work Location San Jose City College

Position Status

Position Status Full Time

Salary Range $165,969-$201,737 Annual Salary (Range M26: Management 2026-2027) Salary Schedule. Starting salary placement is generally at Step 1.

In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the District’s excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [ PPO ] and Kaiser Permanente ( HMO ]); dental (Delta Dental PPO ); vision ( VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Lincoln); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Lincoln); a long-term disability/income protection plan (The Lincoln); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP ).
In addition, the District contributes an additional 19.10% of the employee’s salary towards an eligible employee’s pension (CalSTRS).
Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).
Managers, Supervisor and Confidential employees earn 22 days per year of vacation, up to 12 sick leave days and 6 administrative leave days. There are currently 20 paid holidays.

Position Summary

The Director, Apprenticeships & Workforce Partnershipsreports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs at San Jose City College. The work schedule is Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. This is a full time, 12 months per year, academic management position.

Position Purpose

Under general direction of the Vice President of Academic Affairs or assigned administrator, the Director of Apprenticeships & Workforce Partnerships provides vision, leadership, overall supervision and administrative oversight for employment training services focused on instructional apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeships, funding, contract education, and special programs. The position manages, leads, and coordinates the programs and serves as the liaison with external partners in business, education, government, and non‑profit agencies; manages use of funds and services, monitors programs for effectiveness; and ensures adherence to federal and state regulations in the use of state, federal, and grant funds. Emphasis will be placed on the growth of apprenticeships, trade/occupational/vocational programs, agreements, and career education, as well as establishing partnerships with business and industry, and securing additional funding.

The position supports the college’s mission of creating apprenticeship and career pathways for students that lead to meaningful employment, economic mobility, and alignment with regional workforce needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides coordination for the advancement of the apprenticeship programs, systematic assessment of student progress and learning outcomes, reviews and recommends changes to maintain relevance of programs to meet student and community needs.
• Leads funding and resource development efforts by identifying, pursuing, and administering state, federal, private, and industry funding opportunities aligned with apprenticeship, workforce development, contract education, and assigned programs.
• Monitors assigned programs, file reports, and ensures compliance to regulations of federal and state agencies for the receipt and expenditure of funds.
• Manages apprenticeship grants and other state, federal and/or private grants consistent with District policy and sound financial management principles.
• Develops strategies and operational plans to ensure program growth.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with employers, labor organizations, industry groups, workforce agencies, and community partners to support apprenticeship programs, contract education opportunities, internships, work‑based learning experiences, and student employment pathways. Collaborates with labor organizations, employers, educational institutions, workforce agencies, and community partners to establish, expand, and sustain apprenticeship, pre‑apprenticeship, contract education and workforce development programs.
• Works with the Director of Marketing to promote proposed and offered curricula, branding and event support planning, such as cohort launches, and information and introduction days.
• Prepares and administers grant budgets and monitors operations budget spending; supports funding initiatives; prepares justifications and recommendations; supervises expenditures and control budget; and assures maintenance of documentation and compliance related to the funding.
• Maintains current knowledge of emerging trends, legislation, funding opportunities, workforce development initiatives, and apprenticeship practices at the local, state, and national levels.
• Markets/promotes programs while establishing effective working relationships with educational partners, community stakeholders, local government, civic business/industry and other educational groups in the service area.
• Initiates and maintains community engagement activities to develop local support for town halls, employer advisory boards, and student skills development.
• Participates in local, regional, and state activities to promote apprenticeships and assigned programs.
• Maintains program communication to support students through the program life cycle from enrollment, graduation, mentorship, academic growth, and/or employment opportunities.
• Supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned support staff and student workers; interviews and participates in selecting employees.
• Promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, cultural competency, and a positive work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Knowledge of

• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations that governs higher education and student services for California Community Colleges.
• Apprenticeship and special program initiatives and trends on the state and national levels in community colleges.
• State and federal workforce development programs, funding sources, and agencies including, but not limited to, the Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS), California Apprenticeship Initiative (CAI), Strong Workforce Program, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Perkins, and the United States Department of Labor.
• Apprenticeship program development, administration, and compliance requirements.
• Workforce development systems, labor‑management partnerships, and employer engagement strategies.
• Career Technical Education (CTE), contract education, and regional workforce initiatives.
• California Regional Consortiums.
• District policies, procedures, and college programs.
• Principles and practices of marketing and promotion.
• Budget preparation and control; methods and regulations regarding the use of funds.
• Interpersonal communication skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Skills and Abilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and evaluate the programs, activities, and services that meet student and community needs.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with faculty and staff, students, and community members.
• Work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from multi-cultural backgrounds and promote access, success, and equity. Job Description: Director, Business and Workforce.
• Represent the college in meetings with external partners at off campus locations.
• Present a positive image of the College in the community.
• Administer grants, contracts, and externally funded programs in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Develop, cultivate, and maintain productive partnerships with employers, labor organizations, workforce agencies, educational institutions, and community stakeholders.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate personnel.
• Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records, and generate reports.
• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and time lines.
• Work independently with little direction.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; Master’s degree preferred.
• Five years of increasingly responsible administrative, supervisory, management, workforce development, apprenticeship, contract education, career education, grant administration, business partnership, or closely related experience involving program administration, budget oversight, personnel supervision, and partnership development.

District’s Diversity

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District’s hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Desired Qualifications

For positions that require a degree or coursework:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Working Conditions

Employees work under typical office conditions, subject to frequent interruption and to intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site, and occasional evenings, holiday and/or weekend work may be required.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are primarily in a stationary position and are required to move about the office to access office machinery, files, etc.; perform constant operation of a computer and other communication and office equipment; observe details at close range; and move or lift up to 10 pounds.

Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to accurately communicate information and other ideas so that others will understand using written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work independently and under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Fall 2025, with enrollment of approximately 15,661 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 48.9%, Black/African-American 3.4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.8%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9.1%, Multi‑race 3.6% and Unknown 3.0%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District’s emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 43.4% Latinx, 27.2% Asian/Pacific Islander, 3.0% Black/African American, 0.3% American Indian/Native American, 19.5% White/Caucasian, 5.6% Unknown and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Contact

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu