Director of Career Pathways and Partnerships presso Highlands Community Charter School - Sacramento

Organization Description: Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools (HCCTS) is a public charter organization headquartered in Sacramento, California, delivering no-cost adult education across the state. HCCTS offers high school diploma programs, English language instruction, and career technical education to adult learners aged 22 and up, equipping them with skills and confidence to pursue meaningful careers and build generational legacies. Our mission centers on social justice, self-sufficiency and generational change, and transformative partnerships that make education accessible to all. Founded in 2014, HCCTS has rapidly grown its reach and impact, offering both classroom-based and independent study models tailored for adult learners who seek a second chance at earning a diploma and reaching economic independence. We are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with a belief that every student at HCCTS will succeed. Join our team and champion equity, transparency, and excellence, and help us rise together.

Under the direction of the Chief Academic Officer, the Director of Career Pathways and Partnerships provides leadership, coordination, and oversight of all Career Technical Education (CTE) and workforce development initiatives across Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools. The Director establishes, expands, and evaluates career pathway programs; fosters partnerships with business, industry, higher education, and community organizations; and ensures alignment with workforce demands, state requirements, and HCCTS strategic goals. This position requires program design, grant and compliance oversight, strategic collaboration, and continuous improvement to ensure that students have meaningful opportunities to prepare for careers, earn industry certifications, and transition successfully into postsecondary education and employment. (Please read the job description before applying for this position.)

The position requires the following items to be attached to the application, or the application will not be considered: . Resume . Letter of Reference (2 Required) . Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree preferred. . Any combination of education and/or experience in CTE, workforce development, postsecondary/industry partnerships, or educational leadership. . Training in program evaluation, grant administration, and industry-certification alignment preferred. . Administrative Credential Preferred. . Three (3) + years of successful experience in program management at the school/district or nonprofit level, including budget development and compliance reporting. . Strong analytical skills to track program effectiveness, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance. . Effective communication and leadership skills to train staff, collaborate with stakeholders, and advocate for program improvements. . Ability to collaborate and coordinate multiple groups. . Strong data driven decision making. . Able to consistently meet deadlines. . Demonstrated success launching or scaling pathway programs and work-based learning. . Experience with public-sector fiscal processes, grant compliance, and audit readiness. . Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills in program implementation. . Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse student populations, educators, and workforce partners. . This position requires regular travel between sites. A valid driver’s license, personal automobile, and proof of insurance.

$132,300 - $177, 294 (7 Steps)

Important Note: An incomplete or unsigned application will not be considered. Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees or job applicants based on any legally protected characteristics, actual or perceived, including, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression Having trouble or need assistance with your application? Please go to www.edjoin.org and click on “Help Center” for information such as how to attach documents to your application, or how to update your profile. You may also contact the EDJOIN help desk by calling 888-900-8945 or by emailing [email protected] REMEMBER! Attachments are NOT automatically added to your applications. Make sure you scan and attach all required documents before the job posting deadline. Highlands is not responsible for emails that may be delivered into an applicant’s junk/spam mailbox.