Director of Academic Partnerships and Advancement

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Job Summary

The Director of Academic Partnerships and Advancement’s job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, strengthening relationships with industry partners and post-secondary institutions to advance learner transitions and pathways. This position is responsible for advancing institutional partnerships and student pathway initiatives for the college collaboratively with academic departments, student services, workforce education, industry leaders, K-12 districts, universities, and community organizations to strengthen educational pathways, increase access, and create innovative opportunities for learners. The Director of Academic Partnerships and Advancement serves as a strategic leader for the college reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Instruction and Student Services, and is an exempt position.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and expand collaborative partnerships with industry, K-12 districts, colleges, universities, and community organizations to support workforce development, transfer opportunities, and learner success
• Facilitate partnerships, articulation agreements, and educational pathways that strengthen academic and workforce programs and support seamless learner transitions
• Coordinate initiatives that promote enrollment growth, student engagement, retention, completion, and career advancement
• Collaborate with academic and student services leadership to enhance access and strengthen learner pathways aligned with institutional and workforce needs
• Monitor and evaluate partnership initiatives, analyze outcomes, and recommend strategies for continuous improvement and achievement of institutional goals
• Represent the college at community, industry, educational, and professional events to promote strategic partnerships and educational opportunities
• Support grant initiatives, strategic planning efforts, and special projects related to academic partnerships, workforce education, and student success
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and applicable regulations related to partnership activities
• Evenings and weekends may be required
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned by the Provost and Vice President of Instruction and Student Services

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in higher education, workforce development, academic partnerships, student success initiatives, or a related field
• Experience developing and managing partnerships with educational institutions, industry partners, community organizations, or workforce agencies
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Experience in project management, program development, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration

Supplemental Information

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to: remain in a stationary position for most of the time; occasionally move about inside an office to access documents, office equipment, etc.; constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine.

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