Managing Director, Dual Credit Initiatives

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Position Summary

The Managing Director, Dual Credit Initiatives is responsible for leading, developing, and executing strategies that enhance dual credit enrollment, student outcomes, and operational effectiveness across the institution. This role requires a dynamic leader with experience in system integration, data-driven planning, stakeholder collaboration, and cross-sector partnerships to elevate the quality and impact of dual credit programs. The director works closely with K-12 partners, college departments, and external agencies to promote student access, readiness, and success in college-level coursework during high school.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep knowledge of dual credit, early college, and concurrent enrollment policies and practices.

• Understanding of the purpose and mission of community colleges and their role in educational equity and economic mobility.

• Proven leadership in large-scale program management, including strategic planning, systems thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Experience using technology platforms for student recruitment, enrollment, advising, and data analysis.

• Ability to analyze and act upon complex data to inform decisions and drive institutional performance.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences including students, families, school administrators, faculty, and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge of the K-16 educational pipeline and transition points critical to student success.

• Demonstrated ability to lead change and innovation in a complex, matrixed environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present to diverse audiences.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in education, public administration, business, or a related field.

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, K-12 partnerships, dual credit programs, or related areas.

• Official transcript required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a higher education leadership role, particularly in student success or dual credit.

• Proficiency in data analysis, change management, and root cause analysis. Familiarity with dual credit, P-TECH, Early College, and workforce programs.

• Project or program management certification.

• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.

***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for dual credit initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional goals for enrollment growth, student success, and operational effectiveness.

• Lead system-wide efforts to improve dual credit infrastructure, including the implementation of technology platforms to streamline enrollment, tracking, communication, and student engagement.

• Partner with internal departments (e.g., Enrollment Services, Academics, Student Success, Institutional Research) to coordinate high-quality, student-centered dual credit programming.

• Cultivate and manage relationships with K-12 school districts, community partners, and other educational entities to expand access and promote early college opportunities.

• Oversee operational planning, policy development, and evaluation processes to enhance the efficiency and scalability of dual credit offerings.

• Monitor student performance metrics and outcomes; use data insights to recommend program improvements and close performance gaps.

• Lead a cross-functional implementation teams to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement of dual credit programming.

• Represent the college at events and meetings with school partners, educational networks, community leaders, and policy stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and institutional policies related to dual credit instruction and enrollment.

• This position requires regular on-site presence to fulfill essential duties that cannot be performed remotely. Duties must be executed in-person to ensure effective collaboration, supervision, and service delivery, in accordance with Texas SB 2615.

• If physical presence is not essential:

• This position may be eligible for remote work only under conditions permitted by Texas SB 2615, including temporary illness, disability accommodations, or assignment to approved remote instruction programs.

• Required Dallas College Professional Development Hours per Academic Year.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression,

veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.