Deputy Chief Government and Community Relations

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

Administrator Range E11

Salary Minimum

$154,400.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type

Administrator

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis and Insights: Utilize data and analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of partnership and outreach initiatives, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to inform future strategies.
• Representation: Represent Dallas College at high-level external meetings, events, and conferences to cultivate relationships and promote the institution's partnership and outreach agenda.
• Compliance and Stewardship: Ensure all partnership activities adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and Dallas College policies. Oversee the appropriate stewardship of partner contributions and recognition of their support.
• Evaluation and Continuous Improvement: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess program effectiveness, participant progress, satisfaction, and completion outcomes; use insights to refine program models and demonstrate ROI.
• Building and Developing Teams: Responsible for assembling a talented team, fostering a positive work environment, and developing the skills and capabilities of team members. 
• Team Leadership and Operational Oversight: Supervise and develop high-performing teams, manage staffing plans, budgets, and resources to ensure program sustainability and growth in alignment with the college’s strategic workforce development mission.
• Decision-Making: Make informed and timely decisions that align with the organization’s goals and values.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.
•  Regular and predictable attendance at assigned work location.

The following essential duties and responsibilities are also required for People Leader positions specifically:

• Exercise full discretion and decision-making authority in recruitment, selection, hiring, mentoring,  coaching, development & performance evaluation of staff, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, college policies, organizational goals, budgetary constraints, and workforce planning strategies.

Manage and drive high performance by administering the performance management process timely, setting clear expectations, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee engagement, motivation, and retention.

Minimum and Preferred – Education, Experience, and/or Certifications:

Minimum Requirements for Position (necessary or mandatory)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in partnership development, community outreach, event management, relationship management, or external affairs (preferably within higher education or non-profit settings).
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and managing high-level relationships with stakeholders (business leaders, public figures, community organizations).

• Official transcript will be required.

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

Other Preferred Qualifications for Role (not mandatory, but advantageous)

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required Qualifications for Role (necessary or mandatory)

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for storytelling and message development, and the ability to articulate complex information clearly and persuasively to a wide range of audiences.
• Proven ability to navigate complex political environments and build consensus among stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of legislative and regulatory processes and ability to interpret and respond to policy developments.
• Sensitivity to cultural, social and political perspectives and the ability to represent Da