Job description
Posting Number: S1263
Department: ECDV
Position Type: Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time-Staff
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
Close Date: 09/25/2026
Job Description Summary:
The Vice President for Economic Development and Workforce Innovation reports directly to the President and serves as a member of the College’s executive leadership team. This position provides executive leadership for Del Mar College’s role in advancing regional economic development, workforce competitiveness, industry partnerships, and talent development.
In relations to this role, the Vice President serves as a liaison and subject matter expert to business and industry, economic development organizations, governmental entities, workforce partners, educational institutions, and community stakeholders. The position works directly with plant managers, corporate executives, economic development leaders, and other decision-makers to understand current and emerging workforce needs and position Del Mar College as a strategic partner in talent development, business recruitment and expansion, and regional economic growth.
The Vice President represents the College in local, regional, statewide, national, and, as appropriate, international economic and workforce development activities. The position may accompany economic development organizations, governmental leaders, and regional partners in business recruitment, retention, expansion, site visits, industry meetings, and related activities designed to strengthen the economic competitiveness of the Coastal Bend.
The Vice President provides leadership for innovative and responsive education and training solutions that address changing technologies, occupations, and employer requirements while creating pathways to high-quality careers and supporting the region’s long-term economic vitality.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree from an accredited institution in business, education, workforce development, economic development, engineering, technology, public administration, organizational leadership, or a related field.
Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible leadership in economic development, workforce development, business or industry, higher education, corporate training, governmental or workforce organizations, or related experience.
Demonstrated experience in partnerships with business, industry, education, workforce, government, or economic development organizations.
Experience engaging senior-level external stakeholders and community leaders.
Experience managing budgets, personnel, grants, contracts, programs, projects, or and other related organizational resources.
Leadership experience with complex organizations, programs, projects, or initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
Earned doctorate or other terminal degree from an accredited institution.
Senior-level higher education leadership, preferably in a community college, technical college, university, or statewide system.
Experience with high-demand or high-growth sectors such as manufacturing, energy, maritime, technology, or healthcare.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
How to apply
To apply, visit: https://dmcjobs.delmar.edu/postings
