Director of Workforce Development

Company: San Mateo County Community College District
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.Required Application MaterialsAll applicants are required to submit:

• A completed online District application form (go to to complete the application and to apply for this position).
• A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience.
• A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant's cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff as well as the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement.Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills.Position InformationPosting Number: 20141887SPosition Title: Director of Workforce DevelopmentLocation: College of San MateoDepartment: Strategic Initiatives and Economic Development (DEPT)Position Number: 4FT009Percentage of Full Time: 100%FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)Months per Year: 12Min Salary: $139,320 (annual)Max Salary: $176,448 (annual)Position Type: Administrative/Supervisory PositionsThe PositionThe Director of Workforce Development is a full-time 12-month position that will provide academic leadership, direction, and support to Career and Technical Education programs. The Director is responsible for visioning, planning, and directing career and workforce education programming; reviewing grant opportunities and facilitating the writing of appropriate grants; coordinating and monitoring projects to ensure completion within budget; monitoring and reviewing expenditures for conformance with grant objectives, contract terms, and conditions and ensuring compliance within regulatory requirements; and performing related work as required/assigned.Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, organizes, and manages the administration of high-quality workforce education.
• Aligns and coordinates the efforts of other career education, career exploration, work-based learning, and employer engagement efforts at the College.
• Serves as the college lead with respect to the Strong Workforce Program and related local and regional plans.
• In collaboration with the PRIE Office, establishes and maintains shared data systems.
• Develops and solicits grants and external funding sources; administers grant funding.
• Develops systems and processes for the management and implementation of daily operations of grant-funded projects.
• Initiates and supports the development of career and workforce programs.
• Meets with faculty, administrators, support staff, and grant collaborators regularly.
• Serves as a college liaison to career and technical education groups.
• Implements District rules and regulations, California Education Code, Title 5, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Manages Strong Workforce Program and CTE (Carl Perkins) funds.
• Serves as an active member of the College administrative team.
• Directs, coordinates, and participates in short-range and long-range planning.
• Analyzes business and industry trends to identify key local and regional workforce needs.
• Promotes career and workforce development through various materials.
• Participates in a variety of committee and staff meetings.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.Minimum Qualifications
  • Possession of a Master's degree or above from an accredited institution in a field related to career and technical education, educational administration/leadership, public administration, non-profit leadership, or a related field OR the equivalent.
  • One year of formal training or leadership experience related to community college career and technical education, grant writing, and development and management of budgets.
  • Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Knowledge of community college career and technical education and workforce education practices.
    • Knowledge of and experience in program development, management, and supervision.
    • Ability to think innovatively and to recognize, respond to, and encourage faculty and staff innovation.
    • Ability to learn, interpret, and successfully apply District policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
    • Skill in the development, implementation, and assessment of program outcomes that lead to student success.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with District and College administrators, faculty, staff, students, and the public.
    • Ability to advocate effectively for program recommendations.
    • Commitment to providing career services and internship opportunities.
    • Proficiency in the use of a variety of computer software.
    • Understanding of and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college.
    • Knowledge of federal regulations, Title 5/Education Code, and collective bargaining.
    • Experience in training, supervising, directing, and evaluating the work of others.BenefitsBenefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.Conditions of EmploymentPrior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:
    • Submit official transcripts.
    • Submit verifications of prior employment.
    • Satisfactory references.
    • Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process.
    • Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
    • Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees.
    • Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment.
    • Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer.EEO StatementThe San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.AccommodationsApplicants who have disabilities may request that special accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process.
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