Under general administrative direction of the Vice President, Academic Services, the Dean is responsible for the development, direction, supervision, coordination, and evaluation of the College's economic and workforce development strategy, workforce pathway initiatives, employer and industry partnerships, College-based apprenticeship and work-based learning programs, workforce-related grants and funding, regional economic development partnerships, innovation initiatives, and related assignments. Foster community outreach and serve as the College's primary liaison with business, industry, labor organizations, workforce development boards, chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, innovation organizations, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and community partners, including Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group and other organizations focused on innovation, talent development, industry growth, and regional economic competitiveness.