Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the day before the listed closing date.

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Staff Range N06

Salary Minimum

$68,840.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary 

Responsible for collaboration and communication with regional high schools to develop and implement equitable opportunities for students for participation in Collegiate Academy, Early College High School and P-TECH programs or comprehensive dual credit opportunities for public, private, charter and home school students to achieve certificates, degrees and prepare for seamless transfer to universities and employment.  

Manage the planning for student cohort information, orientation, application, enrollment, transition and graduation processes, summer bridge programs, and campus student engagement activities. May be responsible for the management of centralized Educational Partnerships functions focused on improving the quality of the Dallas College student experience in dual credit.  This includes continuous improvement efforts with enrollment management, faculty support, pathways development and monitoring of dual credit student college progress and career readiness.   

Ensure business goals are achieved by applying business strategies and developing organizational objectives.  Requires a dynamic understanding of relevant laws and policies and the ability to independently analyze problems, search for strategic solutions, organize and influence individuals to meet the vision, mission and goals of the organization and Dallas College. 

Why the Role Matters

• Serves as a strategic leader in building and strengthening partnerships with K-12 districts, universities, employers, and community organizations that expand educational access and opportunity.
• Helps advance Dallas College's mission by creating pathways that support student enrollment, transfer success, workforce readiness, and economic mobility.
• Plays a key role in aligning educational programs with community and industry needs to ensure students are prepared for future careers.

The Impact of the Position

• Directly influences the growth and success of partnership initiatives that benefit students across the Dallas County region.
• Strengthens collaboration between education, business, and community stakeholders to create meaningful opportunities for learners.
• Supports student success by expanding access to dual credit, transfer pathways, workforce programs, and other high-impact educational initiatives.

Why Candidates Should Be Excited About the Opportunity

• Opportunity to lead strategic partnerships that have a lasting impact on thousands of students and community members.
• Build relationships with influential leaders across education, industry, government, and nonprofit sectors.
• Help shape innovative programs and initiatives that address workforce demands and community needs.
• Serve in a highly visible leadership role that combines strategy, relationship-building, and mission-driven work.

What Makes Dallas College a Great Place to Work

• Mission-driven institution dedicated to transforming lives through education and workforce development.
• Collaborative, innovative culture that values partnership, continuous improvement, and student success.
• Strong commitment to employee development, leadership growth, and career advancement.
• Opportunity to make a measurable difference in the community while working alongside passionate and purpose-driven professionals.
• Diverse and inclusive environment where new ideas and community engagement are encouraged and celebrated.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide leadership, oversight and accountability for the operational effectiveness and efficiency of dual credit, Early College High School, P-TECH and T-STEM partnership agreements, enrollment and learning materials management, pathways development, dual credit student and faculty support, data reporting and continuous improvement.to achieve goals.   
• Ability to manage complex projects; plan and evaluate processes or programs; examine and re-engineer operations; recommend policy, develop, and implement new strategies and procedures. 
• Ability to support strategic direction by identifying actions necessary to achieve task(s) completion and obtain results meeting timelines, budget, performance goals, etc. 
• Able to collaborate with Dallas College and school district partner leadership and/or stakeholders regarding ways to improve the functionality of the organization in the best interest of the students. 
• Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with stakeholders and constituents internal/external to Dallas College. 
• Able to manage internal and external relationships in ways that promote the best interest of all stakeholders. 
• Ability to sustain and improve the work environment in the face of change and environmental challenges. 
• Understands and effectively manages group dynamics and ambiguity; maintains confidentiality; acts ethically and with integrity. 
• Ability to seek ways to proactively improve organizational processes and outcomes by being objective, fairly evaluating different components and aspects of a situation, maintaining a balance between the goals of the organization and those of the district.
• Recommends policy/procedural changes to support business needs.  

 

Physical Requirements  

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Requires in-person interaction and coordination of work with other employees, students, external clients, partners or customers and/or immediate access to equipment, documents, or other information located only in a College workspace.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher plus three (3) years of related experience. 
• Official transcripts are required. 
• Current and valid Texas driver’s license required. 
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

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

Key Responsibilities 

The Senior Manager is responsible for one or more of the following functions: 

Logistics Leadership & Implementation -- Lead the organization of high school and Dallas College personnel in the planning for student cohort information, orientation, application, enrollment, transition and graduation sessions, summer bridge programs, and campus student engagement activities.   

• Coordinate cohort progress and pathway monitoring with high school counselors and administrators and Educational Partnership Managers, communicating needs for changes or problem resolution to appropriate Academic Success Deans and department chairs from Dallas College Schools.   
• Manage processes for monitoring cohorts’ academic status and communication with high school administrators, students, and parents, planning for cohort transition from high school to college campuses.   
• Manage course requests and rosters received from ISD partners to ensure student pathway completion as well as site adherence to SACSCOC guidelines and hand-offs to appropriate Educational Partnership personnel, Dallas College Academic Schedule Team, and Deans and Department Chairs of all Schools within Academic Success. 

Enrollment Management & Faculty Support --Responsible for coordinating and improving dual credit enrollment management processes with the Academic Schedule Team (AST), Student Success and Information Technology areas.   

• Responsible for managing and compiling student dual credit enrollment workflows and coordinating communication to school districts, charter, private and home school students’ procedures for ordering and receiving learning materials.   
• Collaborate with AST and Information Technology on the development of workflows and technology applications for more efficient processes. 
• Collaborate with Student Success Coaches and faculty on support strategies with dual credit courses.  

Dual Credit Student College & Career Readiness Support--Collaborates with school district partners and Student Success areas to provide college and career readiness preparation solutions, including planning for academic preparedness through orientation, bridge programming, workforce internships and career readiness resources and experiences developed by Dallas College, state, or national institutions.   

• Develop and distribute communication and materials from welcome to graduation specifically for dual credit students.   
• Collaborate with Strategic Analytics on producing graduate reports for partners and internal reporting to administrators. Coordinate planning for involvement of dual credit students in workshops and events. 

Pathway Development, Progress & Completion Reporting--Responsible for coordinating the initial development and annual updating of ECHS, P-TECH and Collegiate Academy pathways with school districts, Dallas College Schools, and the North Texas Community College Consortium.   

• Develop systems for monitoring cohort progress with pathways 
• Recommend adjustments/improvements to ensure successful completion, and coordinates degree audits and graduation applications with Student Success areas.   
• Collaborate with Academic Chairs and Deans in the development and maintenance of pathways to ensure program fidelity. 

Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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. 

About Us

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.  

 

Applications Deadline

October 8, 2026