E3 Alliance Director of Career Pathways & Workforce Alignment

Working directly under the Senior Director of Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness, the Director will coordinate ecosystem alignment efforts, support partners in optimizing state policy levers (HB3 Outcomes Bonus and HB8 Community College Finance), and build the infrastructure for workforce pathway replication across Central Texas. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership & Alignment 

• Guide the implementation of cross-sector regional Programs of Study in Advanced Manufacturing, Health Careers, and emerging industries. 

• Facilitate the development of stackable credential pathways, aligned graduation plans, and articulated postsecondary credit. 

• Collaborate with school districts, IHEs, and workforce boards to ensure program coherence and eliminate duplication. 

Data & Program Management 

• Monitor enrollment and credentialing data to evaluate program success. 

• Support Data Sharing Agreements (DSAs) between ISDs, colleges, and workforce partners. 

• Analyze labor market trends and translate findings into actionable recommendations. 

Workforce Partnerships 

• Coordinate engagement with employers and industry associations to align pathways to in-demand careers. 

• Support the expansion of internships, dual credit programs, and industry-based certifications. 

• Participate in the development of shared training spaces and credentialed lab facilities. 

Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Co-develop marketing campaigns with communications partners to rebrand CTE and modern workforce careers. 

• Represent E3 Alliance at conferences, convenings, and stakeholder events. 

• Support storytelling and recruitment campaigns aimed at students and families. 

Training & Capacity Building 

• Deliver professional development on CCMR alignment, dual credit expansion, and HB3/HB8 utilization. 

• Support faculty credentialing strategies and the design of shared instructional resources.
   

Qualifications:

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Education, Workforce Development, or related field. 

• 5+ years of experience in CTE, CCMR, pathway development, or regional workforce initiatives. 

• Knowledge of TEA policies, Programs of Study, CCMR accountability, and community college finance structures (HB8).

Required Skills 

• Strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills  

• Excellent written and verbal communication  

• Ability to analyze data and interpret labor market trends 

• Knowledge of Texas CTE Programs of Study and state education policies (HB3, HB8)  

• Experience managing cross-functional partnerships across K-12, higher ed, and industry 

Preferred Skills 

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) 

• Experience supporting rural or underrepresented student populations 

• Familiarity with CRM tools, PEIMS, or career tracking platforms 

• Understanding of faculty credentialing or shared services models 

• Prior work with grant-funded initiatives or cross-sector replication frameworks 

Compensation and Benefits

E3 Alliance is supported by founding partner Austin Community College District (ACC), and through this partnership utilizes ACC payroll and human resource systems. Through ACC, E3 Alliance staff have access to ACC compensation and benefits systems, including generous vacation and sick leave, insurance, and other benefits. 

Salary Range: $90,000-$98,000 

• Salary based on experience and expertise  

• Health care and dental insurance, TRS retirement benefits, disability insurance, and other standard ACC benefits 

• E3 Alliance is unable to support candidates who require sponsorship to work in the United States?? 

• This position is grant-funded, but does not have a defined timeframe and is intended to be a full-time, ongoing position 

To be considered for this position applicants must complete both of the following steps:

• Submit an ACC application, includes uploading your resume and cover letter 

• Complete the E3 Alliance Employment Questionnaire: E3 Alliance Employment Questionnaire