Senior Director of College Access & Workforce Readiness

Sr. Director of College Access & Workforce Readiness 

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Location: In-person / Flexible Work Schedule/CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt 

Reports to: Regional Director of Programs 

Supervises: This position will supervise Program Director(s) 

Starting Salary:  $6,250.00/month ($75,000.00 per year) 

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About Communities In Schools 

Rooted in community for over 40 years, Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Austin, Texas. Communities In Schools (CIS) is a national organization that ensures every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond. At CISCT, our mission is simple: surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.  

Position Summary 

The Senior Director of College Access and Workforce Readiness is a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling programs that ensure students and participants are prepared for postsecondary success and high-quality career pathways. This role bridges K–12 education, higher education, and workforce systems to create equitable access to college, credentials, and employment opportunities. The Senior Director leads cross-functional teams, builds external partnerships, and drives data-informed strategies to improve outcomes for underserved population. 

What You’ll Do 

Key Responsibilities 

This role is designed for a leader that understands exposure, readiness, and PK-16 pathways. This will be a leader that can benchmark and implement pillars of success. 

Strategic Leadership 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive vision for college access and workforce readiness aligned with organizational goals  

• Lead long-term strategy for postsecondary success, including college enrollment, persistence, credential attainment, and career placement  

• Identify trends in higher education, workforce development, and labor market needs to inform programming  

• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making  

• Analyze Trades, Industry-Based Certifications, Post secondary, and Workforce Development 

• Experienced trainer to include training coaches, leaders, and partners 

Program Design & Implementation