Lead, Workforce Development & Industry Partnerships

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College Distric; United States; On-site; USD 131,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District invites applications for the Associate Dean of Workforce Development role in San Diego County. You will lead workforce development initiatives, manage employer partnerships, and oversee career placement services to expand access to meaningful careers.

The position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and regional partners. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree with leadership experience, and a track record in

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus one year of related leadership experience.
• Experience with Strong Workforce Program (SWP), Perkins, and regional workforce grants.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate personnel; manage complex projects and budgets.
• Strong collaboration with faculty, industry partners, and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce development initiatives and employer partnerships.
• Coordinate planning, budgeting, timelines, and deliverables for SWP and Perkins projects.
• Foster industry connections to support internships, apprenticeships, and job placement.
• Ensure compliance with funding requirements and prepare required reports.
• Guide equity-focused strategies across career education pathways.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Equity and inclusion

Communication

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited institution

Tools

Budgeting software

Job description

Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District invites applications for the Associate Dean of Workforce Development role in San Diego County. You will lead workforce development initiatives, manage employer partnerships, and oversee career placement services to expand access to meaningful careers.

The position emphasizes equity, inclusion, and collaboration with faculty, staff, and regional partners. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree with leadership experience, and a track record in