BRCC - Executive Director of Academic Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives

This position is at Baton Rouge Community College.
The Executive Director of Academic Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives provides high-level leadership and oversight for academic initiatives that expand access to higher education through dual enrollment and strategic partnerships. This role is also responsible for leading internal programming that aligns with the college’s strategic plan and institutional priorities. A key focus of this position is ensuring that dual enrollment efforts align with Louisiana’s new accountability system while creating paid internship opportunities in high-wage, high-demand fields. Additionally, the Executive Director will oversee the development and implementation of summer internship programs and academic camps to enhance student engagement and career readiness.

College: Baton Rouge Community College

Type of Appointment: Full time - Regular

Salary: Will be commensurate with education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities: 
        35% Leadership
• Provide visionary leadership for dual enrollment and strategic academic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the college’s mission and long-term goals.
• Lead internal strategic efforts to align academic initiatives with institutional priorities and workforce needs.
• Develop and implement strategies to expand educational access and enhance student outcomes in key partnership areas.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic academic initiatives that support the college’s broader strategic plan.
• Identify internal opportunities for academic innovation, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration to enhance student success.
• Work with institutional research and planning teams to assess and refine strategic initiatives based on data and outcomes.
• Ensure that dual enrollment efforts align with Louisiana’s new accountability system, integrating requirements into program planning and implementation.
• Develop and expand dual enrollment pathways that lead to industry-based credentials, associate degrees, and transfer opportunities.
• Design, implement, and oversee summer internship programs that provide students with real-world experience in high-demand career fields.
• Develop and manage summer academic camps that introduce students to career pathways, college readiness, and STEM-related fields.
• Identify and secure grant funding, philanthropic support, and external resources to sustain and expand academic partnership initiatives.
• Advocate for policies and resources that enhance educational access and success for underrepresented student populations.
        35% Administrative Duties
• Work collaboratively with academic deans and department heads to coordinate course offerings and faculty assignments for dual enrollment and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure adequate staffing and faculty credentialing for all academic partnership programs, providing professional development and support as needed.
• Supervise program directors and staff responsible for dual enrollment, summer internships, academic camps, and other strategic academic initiatives.
• Ensure all programs meet accreditation, state, and federal compliance requirements, maintaining high standards of academic quality.
• Oversee curriculum alignment with industry and transfer pathways, working with academic deans to ensure program relevance and rigor.
• Analyze enrollment, retention, and success metrics for dual enrollment, summer programs, and strategic academic initiatives to drive data-informed decision-making.
• Prepare reports on program performance, impact, and growth for internal and external stakeholders.
        25% Partnership Development
• Build and sustain strong relationships with K-12 school districts, workforce agencies, and community organizations to expand educational opportunities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between BRCC and external partners, ensuring effective collaboration and program implementation.
• Collaborate with industry partners and workforce agencies to create paid internship opportunities in high-wage, high-demand fields for dual enrollment students.
• Partner with faculty, industry leaders, and community organizations to enhance the quality and impact of summer programs
• Represent BRCC at local, state, and national meetings, conferences, and events to promote academic partnership programs.
• Lead outreach initiatives that increase awareness and participation in dual enrollment, summer internships, and academic camps.

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in education, higher education administration, or a related field

Required Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in aca