Job Details

Salary: $100,936.00 - $143,669.00 Annually
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 06145
College/Division: TSCC-401012-Academic Admin-Career & Technical
Opening Date: 04/30/2025
Closing Date: 5/21/2025 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Trenholm State Community College

Position Summary

The Dean of Workforce and Economic Initiatives provides leadership and strategic direction for the institution's economic development efforts, fostering partnerships that drive regional economic growth, innovation, and workforce development. This role focuses on aligning regional economic initiatives to the workforce needs of the community, identifying opportunities for economic expansion, cultivating relationships with businesses, government agencies, and community organizations, and leading initiatives that align with the institution's mission to enhance local economies and ensure a thriving job market for students and the community. This position will supervise all workforce development, continuing education, and adult education programs. The Dean of Workforce and Economic Initiatives serves as the College's representative for area Economic Development Authorities to recruit and expand business and industry training opportunities. The Dean of Workforce and Economic Initiatives will work closely with faculty, administration, and external stakeholders to drive innovation, and create impactful workforce solutions for businesses and industries, as well as new economic developments across the workforce region.

Salary Schedule-B
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supervises and manages the resources and staff involved in economic development efforts, workforce development, and adult education ensuring efficiency and alignment with institutional goals.
2. Fosters innovation in workforce development through partnerships with local businesses, industries, and government entities.
3. Collaborates with community leaders, businesses, and government agencies to support initiatives aimed at improving economic conditions, job creation, and local industry development.
4. Develops and leads economic development initiatives that help expand the region's workforce capacity and stimulate local economic growth.
5. Manage staffing and resources to ensure the efficient operation of all workforce development and economic initiatives programs.
6. Leads and oversees the development and execution of the institution's economic development strategy, aligning efforts with community needs, workforce trends, and institutional priorities.
7. Identifies and pursues economic opportunities that can advance the region's economic development and growth, including business incubators, job creation initiatives, and industry partnerships.
8. Develops and implements innovative strategies to support entrepreneurship, innovation, and the regional business ecosystem.
9. Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and government entities to create partnerships that support regional economic growth.
10. Fosters collaboration between the college and local businesses and industries to create workforce development programs that align with local and regional needs.
11. Oversee the budget for economic initiatives, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to support key programs and projects.
12. Works with various entities to secure external funding through grants, partnerships, and other sources to support economic development and workforce initiatives.
13. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of economic development initiatives through data collection, analysis, and reporting.
14. Regularly reports on the success and outcomes of economic initiatives to senior leadership, key stakeholders, and external partners.
15. Serves as a member of relevant institutional committees to represent economic development priorities and contribute to institutional decision-making.
16. Uses data to inform decision-making and adapt strategies to meet emerging economic trends and challenges.
17. Serves as the institution's primary representative for economic development initiatives, participating in community events and meetings with key external stakeholders.
18. Serves as an ambassador for the institution in the community, advocating for the importance of workforce education and its impact on economic vitality.
19. Works with local chambers of commerce, economic development organizations, and other stakeholders to identify emerging industry trends and workforce needs.
20. Research community businesses and industries needs for workforce development.
21. Maintain strong working relationships with local business and industry to develop and maintain workforce development partnerships.
22. Maintains and complies with all ACCS Board of Trustees Policies and Procedures, Alabama Community College System, Alabama Commission on Higher Education, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, programmatic accrediting bodies, and the College.
23. Represents the Workforce and Economic Initiatives Division at institutional meetings, conferences, and with external stakeholders.
24. Participates and ensures that each unit participates actively and creatively in the planning process of the College.
25. Retains and submits documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts.
26. Assumes other work-related responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Vice President and/or the President.
27. Serves on college committees as requested.

Qualifications

1. Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution.
2. At least three (3) years in economic development, workforce development or a related field.
3. At least three (3) years of supervisory experience in industry or community organizations.
4. Experience working with businesses, government agencies, and community organizations on economic development and workforce initiatives.
5. Strong understanding of regional economic trends and challenges, with experience in program management, data analysis, and strategic planning.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will not be considered. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. A complete application packet consists of:

• Trenholm State Community College online employment application.
• A current resume, including three (3) references.
• Copy of transcripts that demonstrate the required educational qualifications must be included and must identify the applicant, institution, degree, and date conferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION
Neither a resume nor an application is appropriate verification of work experience. It is not our policy to contact current and/or previous employers to obtain employment verification. "Work experience verification is required in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Minimum Qualifications" section and other related experience. Verification should include dates of employment and position title(s). Proof of work experience verification may be delayed until an official offer of employment using the Work Experience Verification form, which is found on the Human Resources home page. All work experience verification must be completed within 15 days following the employment offer.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Complete application files will be accepted by the Office of Human Resources on a continuous basis and remain active for one year for available positions. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of a position opportunity.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Trenholm State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Trenholm State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
Trenholm State Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled by the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. The applicant will be responsible for the cost of the criminal background investigation.

This employer participates in E-Verify.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days
260

Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)

Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours
(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
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Do you have Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least three (3) years in economic development, workforce development or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you at least three (3) years of supervisory experience in industry or community organizations?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience working with businesses, government agencies, and community organizations on economic development and workforce initiatives?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have strong understanding of regional economic trends and challenges, with experience in program management, data analysis, and strategic planning?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to communicate well?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license and ability to travel independently?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to lift, move, or transport independently up to 30lbs?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have the ability to travel overnight?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have the ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to lead staff to achieve productivity?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to work flexible hours?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you have the ability to traverse campuses?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to communicate by using PC and telephone?

• Yes
• No

Required Question