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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Executive Director of Workforce Partnerships

Bellevue, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$118K/yr - $178K/yr

5+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking an Executive Director of Workforce Partnerships at Bellevue College, who will provide strategic leadership to enhance the college's role in community and workforce innovation. The role involves building partnerships with businesses and organizations to align education pathways with regional economic needs and overseeing various workforce programs and grants.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to strengthen Bellevue College's role in workforce and community partnerships

Build and sustain relationships with business, industry, labor, and civic organizations to expand career-connected learning opportunities

Serve as the college's representative on regional and statewide workforce councils, boards, and partnerships, and coordinate with College Leadership to ensure appropriate representation and alignment of expertise

Advance initiatives that position Bellevue College as a regional catalyst for inclusive economic growth and workforce innovation

Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners to align goals and deliver measurable outcomes

Lead and inspire the design of agile, workforce-aligned programs that respond to evolving community and industry needs

Drive the development of new Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS/BS) and workforce degree pathways that expand opportunity and access in collaboration with academic deans

Champion innovation in curriculum and experiential learning, encouraging faculty and staff to adapt with creativity and responsiveness

Guide the integration of non-credit to credit pathways that promote seamless student progression and equitable outcomes

Maintain and align the purpose and function of Workforce Advisory Committees to ensure programs reflect current labor-market trends and community needs

Use data and stakeholder input to inform program design and continuous improvement

Provide leadership and fiscal oversight for Contract Training, Community Education, and the Carl Perkins Workforce Grant

Manage budgets, contracts, and resources with clarity, accountability, and alignment to college priorities

Ensure compliance and reporting for grants, contracts, and state or federal workforce programs

Streamline operations and integrate processes across workforce and continuing education initiatives for maximum efficiency and impact

Work collaboratively with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and community partners to advance student success and regional impact

Serve as a key member of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Steering Committee and lead initiatives that advance the college's Community Vibrancy priority

Partner across divisions to promote data-informed decision-making and coordinated student pathways

Model an outward mindset by leading with empathy, curiosity, and shared accountability

Cultivate a culture of partnership, innovation, and continuous improvement across programs and teams

Serve on college and statewide committees and task forces as requested

Participate in college-wide planning, accreditation, and institutional effectiveness initiatives

Support special projects and emerging priorities that advance Bellevue College's mission and strategic goals

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Workforce developmentPartnership buildingBudget managementProgram developmentHigher education administrationData-informed decision-makingInnovationEquityAccessEffective communicationCollaboration

Required

Master's degree from an accredited institution in a related field such as education, workforce development, business, public administration, or a discipline aligned with the college's program areas, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field

Five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in workforce education, community or economic development, higher education administration, or a related field

Demonstrated success building and sustaining partnerships with business, industry, community, and workforce organizations

Experience overseeing budgets, grants, or contract-funded initiatives with fiscal accountability

Proven ability to lead teams and initiatives that foster collaboration, innovation, and equitable outcomes

Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse internal and external communities

Commitment to advancing equity, access, and inclusive economic opportunity

Preferred

Doctoral degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field

Demonstrated leadership in developing or scaling workforce education programs within a higher education or community-based context

Experience leading Achieving the Dream (ATD), Guided Pathways, or similar student success and equity initiatives

Proven record of BAS/BS program development, including labor market analysis, curriculum alignment, and community engagement

Experience managing Carl Perkins Workforce Grants, contract training, or community education programs

Demonstrated success fostering non-credit to credit pathways and integrating workforce programs with academic divisions

Experience collaborating with faculty, deans, and executive leaders to advance institutional priorities

Understanding of state and regional workforce systems, funding models, and economic development trends

Evidence of inclusive leadership that values well-being, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Generous is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents

Choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans

Paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans

Transit program

Reduced tuition

Employee discounts and memberships