Senior Associate Dean, Noncredit CE & Programs

Pasadena City College; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 136,250 - 166,208; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena City College seeks an Associate Dean for Noncredit Career Education and Special Programs to lead and evaluate noncredit CE instructional programs, ensuring alignment with industry needs and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate across campuses and external partners to strengthen workforce pathways and student success.

The role emphasizes program development, budget stewardship, and governance participation, with direct responsibility for recruiting and supervising staff while

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• One year of formal training or leadership experience related to the administrator's administrative assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Dean in the administration and coordination of noncredit CE instructional programs, including short-term vocational training, workforce development, work experience, and industry-recognized credential programs.
• Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of noncredit CE curriculum in compliance with Title 5 regulations, CCCCO policies, and PCC policies.
• Develops and maintains partnerships with employers, workforce boards, industry representatives, community organizations, and public agencies to support workforce alignment and job placement.
• Assists or leads the development and implementation of A-G high school credit recovery programs and K-12 programming.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned faculty, classified professionals, and support staff in accordance with PCC policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
• Assists in the development and monitoring of budgets, grants, contracts, and special funding related to noncredit CE and workforce programs.
• Prepares reports, program reviews, data analysis, and documentation required for internal planning, accreditation, and external agencies.
• Supports scheduling, enrollment management, and instructional delivery to maximize access, efficiency, and student success.
• Collaborates with faculty to support curriculum development, student learning outcomes assessment, and instructional quality.
• Supports the development and coordination of work-based learning opportunities, including noncredit work experience and internships.
• Collaborates with credit and noncredit counseling, admissions and records, student services, and workforce offices to support onboarding, retention, and transition pathways from noncredit to credit and employment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Job description

Pasadena City College seeks an Associate Dean for Noncredit Career Education and Special Programs to lead and evaluate noncredit CE instructional programs, ensuring alignment with industry needs and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate across campuses and external partners to strengthen workforce pathways and student success.

The role emphasizes program development, budget stewardship, and governance participation, with direct responsibility for recruiting and supervising staff while