Managing Director - Workforce Development

Dallas College; United States; On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking the Managing Director of Workforce Development to lead innovative workforce initiatives that create career pathways for learners, strengthen employer partnerships, and address critical workforce needs across the region.

In this highly visible leadership role, you will shape strategy, build collaborations with business, industry, government, and community leaders, drive programs like apprenticeships and customized training, and oversee teams, budgets, and program

Qualifications

• Experience leading workforce development, education, training, or related programs.
• Strong ability to build partnerships and influence stakeholders.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and complex initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, development, and growth of workforce development programs, including apprenticeships, customized training, and grant-funded initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, government organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Identify workforce trends and develop innovative solutions that align talent pipelines with employer needs.
• Oversee program performance, budgets, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Champion workforce programs through community engagement, presentations, and strategic outreach.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team focused on delivering exceptional results and service.
• Drive collaboration across Dallas College departments and external partners to achieve shared goals.

Skills

Workforce development

Partnership building

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Representation

Results orientation

Job description

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N08

Salary Minimum

$90,038.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

All positions are considered on-site roles.

After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.

Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Staff Shape the future of North Texas by creating pathways to opportunity, prosperity, and lifelong success.

Are you passionate about connecting talent with opportunity and helping communities thrive? As the Managing Director of Workforce Development, you will lead innovative workforce initiatives that create career pathways for learners, strengthen employer partnerships, and address critical workforce needs across the region.

In this highly visible leadership role, you'll collaborate with business, industry, government, and community leaders to develop solutions that drive economic mobility and workforce success. If you are a strategic thinker, relationship builder, and people leader who enjoys turning ideas into measurable results, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead the strategy, development, and growth of workforce development programs, including apprenticeships, customized training, and grant-funded initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, government organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Identify workforce trends and develop innovative solutions that align talent pipelines with employer needs.
• Oversee program performance, budgets, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Champion workforce programs through community engagement, presentations, and strategic outreach.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team focused on delivering exceptional results and service.
• Drive collaboration across Dallas College departments and external partners to achieve shared goals.

What You'll Bring

• Experience leading workforce development, education, training, economic development, or related programs.
• Strong ability to build partnerships, influence stakeholders, and develop business opportunities.
• Experience managing teams, budgets, and complex initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to represent the organization with credibility, professionalism, and confidence.
• A results-oriented approach and commitment to serving employers, learners, and the community.

This is an opportunity to shape the future workforce of North Texas while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students, job seekers, and employers. You'll lead impactful initiatives, build influential partnerships, and help create pathways to economic success for the communities we serve.

Position Summary

Responsible for directing the activities of a specific department or organization ensuring business goals and objectives meet the vision, mission and goals of the district.

Work Location Information

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills & abilities

• Knowledge, skills and ability to manage the activities and productivity of a department or organization.
• Ability to think strategically and innovatively creating realistic plan s and workflows.
• Ability to manage teams to achieve challenging deliverable objectives to meet the vision, mission and goals of the organization/district.
• Must be able to comply with district policies/procedures as well as applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Must have well developed skills in prioritizing, organization, de