Executive Director, Orange County Regional Consortium
Location
2323 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA
Job Type
Full-Time Management - Classified Supervisory
Job Number
CL26-01426
Division
DO Educational Services
Department
Resource Development
Opening Date
06/17/2026
Closing Date
7/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Start Date
Contingent upon the Board of Trustees approval.
Site
Rancho Santiago Community College District Operations Center
2025 Management Annual Salary
Grade C: $184,508.30 - $247,258.76
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Number of Positions
1
Position Duration
This position is grant- and/or categorically funded, and its continuation is contingent upon the grants renewal or the availability of categorical funds. The expected end date is 06/30/2028 with a 3-year renewal option. The District reserves the right to extend, modify, or eliminate this position by this end date or based on the availability of funds.
Program Description
This position is 100% grant-funded and manages the Orange County Regional Consortium and related grant-funded projects.
POSITION DETAILS
About Rancho Santiago Community College District
Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is one of the most established districts in the state and has been in operation for nearly 50 years. Located in the heart of Orange County, it is one of the largest of Californias 72 community college districts, based on the number of credit and non-credit students. RSCCD encompasses 25 percent of Orange Countys total area and serves a population of more than 700,000 residents in the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, Santa Ana, Villa Park, and portions of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Irvine, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Tustin, and Yorba Linda. The district includes Santiago Canyon College and Santa Ana College, as well as the Centennial and Orange Continuing Education Centers, the Digital Media Center, the Joint Powers Fire Training Center, the Orange County Sheriffs Regional Training Academy, the College and Workforce Preparation Center, and the District Operations Center. RSCCDs three (3) auxiliary Foundations are actively involved in supporting both community and campus programs.
RSCCD's student population is a direct reflection of the diverse communities in the surrounding neighborhoods. As a whole, the district has the honor of serving approximately 55,537 students: 51% Hispanic/Latinx, 20% White, 9% Asian & Filipino, and 2% are African American. RSCCD is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and serves predominately historically underrepresented students. There is a commitment to foster student centered values among our employees to provide equitable student learning, academic excellence, and workforce development. By delivering high-quality educational programs and student support services, the district ensures that students have the appropriate resources to achieve their goals.
At RSCCD, our mission is to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and justice into all aspects of student academics and employee relations. Thus, creating transformational experiences that prepares students and employees to engage in the world with a renewed sense-of-self. Through this commitment, Rancho Santiago Community College District strives to cultivate a learning environment that prioritizes respect, to ensure that RSCCD stakeholders feel valued and supported throughout their academic and professional careers.
About the Position
The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural competency in serving diverse community college populations, including faculty, classified staff, and students from varied ethnic, racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This includes those with differing abilities, AB 540 students, DACA recipients, Foreign Residents, VACA participants, and Continuing Education students. They will support RSCCD's mission to promote self-awareness, knowledge, and communication skills, enabling all members of the college community to participate creatively and confidently in an ever-changing world.
Candidates will foster an inclusive and collaborative institutional culture that engages and supports faculty, classified staff, and students in achieving the college's mission and goals. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to lead and manage teams effectively while addressing the unique needs of diverse individuals within the organization. They should exhibit sensitivity, equity-mindedness, and a commitment to anti-racism in their decision-making and interactions. Through strategic leadership and inclusive practices, they will empower students to reach their educational and career aspirations while ensuring faculty and classified staff are supported in fostering a creative, confident, and thriving community college environment.
Position Overview
The Executive Director for the Orange County Regional Consortium (OCRC) reports to the designated administrator and provides leadership in the planning, organization, administration, evaluation, and policy development for career technical education, economic and workforce development programs, and initiatives within the Orange County region. The Executive Director serves as the primary contact for the OCRC and is responsible for the overall management, strategic planning, and operational execution to advance workforce development initiatives in alignment with the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office objectives and regional needs.
Organizational Relationships
This position reports to the designated administrator within the district and supervises OCRC program staff and other assigned personnel. The Executive Director works in close collaboration with the Orange County Center of Excellence, industry sector leaders, and educational institutions.
Representative Duties
Leadership and Strategic Planning: Provides leadership and long-range planning for career technical education (CTE) and workforce development in collaboration with Orange County colleges, industry leaders, and workforce constituents. Aligns strategic initiatives with the objectives of the Strong Workforce Program and other statewide workforce initiatives.
Consortium Management: Manages the operations of the Orange County Regional Consortium, including organizing county-wide meetings, overseeing budget development, managing reporting requirements, and representing the consortium at regional and statewide meetings. Ensures transparency and accountability for all OCRC funds and resources.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Serves as the liaison between the consortium and Orange County educational institutions, businesses, workforce development boards, chambers of commerce, and other economic development organizations. Facilitates partnerships that drive economic and workforce opportunities for students and the broader community.
. Program Implementation: Facilitates the implementation of the California Community
Colleges Chancellor's Office CTE, workforce, and economic development initiatives within Orange County. Coordinates with career technical education deans, faculty, and workforce agencies to ensure programs are aligned with labor market needs and emerging trends.
Regional Project Oversight: Oversees the development, monitoring, and evaluation of regional workforce initiatives and grant-funded projects. Ensures compliance with grant requirements and supports the development of additional funding opportunities.
Data & Outcome Reporting: Collaborates with district and college research offices to determine methodologies for measuring the impact of workforce and economic development initiatives. Prepares and presents reports to regional stakeholders on program outcomes and effectiveness.
Marketing & Promotion: Supports and coordinates marketing efforts that promote career technical education programs within the Orange County region. Enhances visibility and engagement of OCRC programs among key regional stakeholders and prospective students.
Budget & Fiscal Management: Manages the consortium's budget and ensures fiscal responsibility. Monitors project expenditures and prepares regular financial reports.
Professional Development: Organizes and coordinates professional development opportunities for Orange County CTE staff, faculty, and administrators to enhance capacity for program implementation and alignment with workforce needs. Provides Calibration Training to the SWP Regional Oversight Committee and the K-12 SWP Selection Committee to equip committee members with the knowledge, tools, and materials to review, score, and deliberate of SWP Regional and K-12 SWP applications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A Master's degree in business, education, public administration, or a related field.
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a leadership role, including grant management, program development, and workforce or economic development in an educational or workforce setting.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience as a CTE Dean
Teaching experience in community college
Earned doctorate
Experience delivering results in outcome-based initiatives
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and experience with leading discussions and making presentations using appropriate technology resources
Experience facilitating large groups
Grant management experience
Knowledge and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of:
California Chancellor's Office regulations and state workforce education policies.
Grant management, program oversight, and budget management.
Strategic planning and fostering industry partnerships.
Working with community colleges.
Leading workforce development initiatives.
Grant writing and fundraising experience.
Ability to:
Lead, communicate and collaborate to work with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to analyze data and report on program outcomes.
Desirable Qualifications
Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To ensure full consideration, all applicants must submit a complete online Rancho Santiago Community College District application that includes the items listed below by the positions closing date. Recruitment will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.
A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:
RSCCD Online Application
Cover Letter
Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience
Academic Transcripts (Unofficial copies of undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate transcripts).
Foreign Degrees
Transcripts from countries other than the United States must be evaluated by an agency that is approved by or a member of the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE), or Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC).
Application Screening
In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria (as appropriate) may be considered in selecting candidates:
Based on the information presented in the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview.
Meeting the positions minimum requirements does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed the most competitive in the applicant pool.
Interview
Applicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:
A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants.
Disability Accommodations
Individuals who require reasonable accommodations in the Application or Interviewing Process in accordance with ADA should notify the Recruitment Office in the Human Resources Division at least two days prior to the closing date, by calling (714) 480-7455.
Conditions of Employment
The selected candidate is required to complete the following before employment as part of the onboarding process:
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam.
Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidates expense, and clearance must be received before the first day of employment)
Submit official transcripts.
EEO STATEMENT
The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is an equal opportunity employer. The policy of the District is to encourage applications from persons who are economically disadvantaged and individuals belonging to significantly underrepresented groups within the District's workforce, including ethnic and racial minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or political or organizational affiliation.
RSCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional employment offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if RSCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
The District provides excellent medical and dental coverage and life insurance of a minimum of $50,000 or a maximum not to exceed the annual salary of the employee. Holidays, sick days, and vacations are earned in accordance with the Administrative Policy. Payroll deductions include the California Public Employees Retirement System and Social Security.
For a detailed Benefits summary, please click this link: https://rsccd.edu/Departments/Risk-Management/Benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Paid Holidays
For the complete list of paid holidays per fiscal year, visit the link below:
https://www.rsccd.edu/Departments/Human-Resources/Pages/Calendars.aspx
Employer Rancho Santiago Community College District
Address 2323 N. Broadway
Santa Ana, California, 92706
Phone (714) 480-7455