Executive Director of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships

Executive Director of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships

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 Posting Summary 

Working Title  | Executive Director of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships
Role Title  |
Role Code  |
FLSA  | Exempt
Pay Band  |
Position Number  | 282FA050
Agency  | Piedmont Virginia Community College
Agency/Division  | Piedmont Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location  | Albemarle - 003
Hiring Range  | $108,000 - $119,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time  | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  |
Work Schedule  | Primarily Monday through Friday, nights and weekends, as needed to fulfill role responsibilities.
Sensitive Position  | No
Job Description 
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System whose main campus is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. This is home to the Charlottesville Historic Downtown Mall, The Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, and the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ). As a comprehensive community college, the College provides quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. For more information, please visit: pvcc.edu

PVCC is known throughout the community and the Virginia Community College System for its exceptional faculty and staff, the quality of its programs and services, and the success of its students. PVCC welcomes, encourages, and supports the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff members and seeks to attract, welcome, and retain individuals who reflect the communities we serve.

Position Title: Executive Director of Workforce Development and Corporate PartnershipsDepartment: Workforce Development Employment type: Full-time Administrative Faculty, 12 months, exempt

Position Purpose:
Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is seeking a dynamic and innovative candidate to lead its Workforce Development and Adult Education programs. The successful candidate will possess a background and knowledge of workforce development from professional experience. They will be the face of Piedmont Virginia Community College in the business/corporate community as well as leading a team of professionals programming and offering workforce classes.

 The PVCC Workforce Development Program focuses on short-term workforce career preparation training programs through open enrollment and corporate training uniquely designed for regional companies and businesses. The Thomas Jefferson Adult Career Education program helps adults enhance their core academic skills to earn a high school diploma or GED and prepare them for other academic or workforce opportunities.

A successful workforce program works closely with regional business and industries to assess their needs, guide the development and delivery of workforce programs that will help not only businesses to be successful, but assist individuals to improve their skills. Many programs will lead to industry credentials in high demand fields resulting in increased earning power. A readily skilled workforce is key to successful economic growth and Piedmont Virginia Community College wants to partner in that success.

Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development, the Executive Director collaborates closely with the Vice President to shape the vision and strategic direction of the division.

The successful candidate will:
Grow the Division of Workforce Development in terms of enrollment and revenue with the long-term goal of making the program profitable and self-sustaining. Provide strategic and innovative leadership in the development and implementation of a wide variety of workforce programs including FastForward and customized contract training. Serve as a primary liaison to businesses and industry partners to identify workforce training needs and develop talent pipeline solutions. Fifty percent or more of time will be spent in the region partnering with business and local government representatives, chambers of commerce, economic development organizations and regional workforce alliances. Work collaboratively with other VCCS colleges to learn best practices and bring in or modify relevant successful program models for the PVCC region. Build and sustain a high-performing team of directors, program managers, and staff committed to workforce excellence. Supervise directors and program managers and implement performance goals related to client growth, revenue, and positive student outcomes. Seek assistance and direction from professional organizations such as LERN and other workforce programs to develop best practices as appropriate. Maintain a positive work environment encouraging employee development and satisfaction in a diverse and inclusive environment. Develop and maintain professional relationships with other college departments that work directly with Workforce Development. Demonstrate a commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community college and work collaboratively with other departments and personnel.

Benefits include:Choice of health, dental, disability, and life insurance plans offered through the Commonwealth of Virginia Generous leave benefits Tuition waiver program for studies at PVCC and opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications   
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field Minimum of five years of increasing experience and management responsibilities leading workforce development programs/initiatives or business consultant teams Experience in either higher education workforce training and/or private workforce development Strong entrepreneurial mindset with experience in identifying market opportunities and creating innovative solutions. Demonstrated ability to revitalize programs, implement growth and revenue strategies, including customized training contracts and credential-based offerings to achieve financial sustainability Experience developing partnerships among organizations such as institutions of higher education, the public sector, and the business community. Demonstrated experience in fiscal planning, analysis, and budget management Experience with curriculum development to provide partners with innovative training and workforce solutions. Familiarity with labor market tools Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to deliver effective presentations.

Additional Considerations   
Master’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field Experience with regional economic and workforce development partnerships Familiarity with the Go Virginia program and/or the Go Virginia Region 9 initiatives Familiarity with the Virginia Community College System Workforce Development program and/or experience working in another VCCS college workforce program Experience securing grants, sponsorships, and philanthropic contributions to support workforce initiatives. Proficiency in data analysis for program evaluation and emerging technologies that enhance workforce solutions.
Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | Yes
Required Travel  | Within PVCC service area—may require travel to annual conferences within the United States

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | FAC_1780P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 11/25/2025
Job Close Date  | 01/05/2026
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | pvcc.edu
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Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/90923

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