Executive Director of the Center for Adult Education
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Executive Director of the Center for Adult Education
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
State government provides public services
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW\:
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Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts, conveniently located within easy reach of Boston and the scenic beaches and state parks of New England's coastline. Recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges by NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development), NECC's success is driven by a mission-centered culture and a highly engaged workforce. As the first federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, NECC remains committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects and supports the communities it serves.
Rooted in the Merrimack Valley, NECC plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, increased degree attainment, and strong partnerships with businesses.
NECC employees are united by a shared commitment expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students in completing their academic journey in a timely and equitable manner, and preparing graduates for long-term success in the workforce. The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development opportunities, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment.
POSITION\: Full-Time Executive Director of the Center for Adult Education (Executive Director)\: Center for Adult Education; Lawrence Campus (45 Franklin Street); 37.5 hours per week, Non-Unit Professional Position Non-Unit Professional Position.
SUMMARY\: The Executive Director (ED) serves as the College's senior leader for adult education, providing strategic leadership, institutional vision, and executive oversight for the College's adult education portfolio. The ED leads two distinct adult education verticals under the Center for Adult Education (CAE)\: CAE Lawrence and Corrections Education, delivered in collaboration with the Essex County Sheriff's Department (ECSD). Across both verticals, the ED is responsible for advancing adult learner access and success, the quality and effectiveness of academic and instructional programming, externally funded initiatives, and community and institutional partnerships.
CAE Lawrence provides Adult Basic Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), High School Equivalency (HSE), Spanish and family literacy, Transition to College, and other adult learner initiatives that support educational advancement, postsecondary transition, and employment and career opportunities.
Corrections Education, delivered through the College's partnership with the Essex County Sheriff's Department, provides adult education, English-language, foundational skills, and workforce development programming at Middleton House of Correction, The Farm, Women in Transition, STAR Lawrence, and STAR Lynn. These programs help learners build skills, pursue credentials, and advance toward education, employment, and career goals.
The ED serves as a member of the senior leadership team within Institutional Advancement and reports to the Associate Vice President of Strategic Relations & Resource Development. The ED works in collaboration with Institutional Advancement leadership to advance the strategic direction, quality, growth, and sustainability of the College's adult education portfolio.
RESPONSIBILITIES\:
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following\:
Strategic Leadership
Planning & Development
Institutional Collaboration
Team Management and Development
Other Responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW\:
https\://necc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205103
Northern Essex Community College (NECC) serves more than 5,000 students annually across its campuses in Haverhill and Lawrence, Massachusetts, conveniently located within easy reach of Boston and the scenic beaches and state parks of New England's coastline. Recognized as one of the 2026 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges by NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development), NECC's success is driven by a mission-centered culture and a highly engaged workforce. As the first federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in New England, NECC remains committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects and supports the communities it serves.
Rooted in the Merrimack Valley, NECC plays a vital role in strengthening the region through workforce development, expanded access to affordable higher education, increased degree attainment, and strong partnerships with businesses.
NECC employees are united by a shared commitment expanding access to educational opportunities, supporting students in completing their academic journey in a timely and equitable manner, and preparing graduates for long-term success in the workforce. The college invests in its people through ongoing professional development opportunities, collaborative leadership, and a supportive work environment.
POSITION\: Full-Time Executive Director of the Center for Adult Education (Executive Director)\: Center for Adult Education; Lawrence Campus (45 Franklin Street); 37.5 hours per week, Non-Unit Professional Position Non-Unit Professional Position.
SUMMARY\: The Executive Director (ED) serves as the College's senior leader for adult education, providing strategic leadership, institutional vision, and executive oversight for the College's adult education portfolio. The ED leads two distinct adult education verticals under the Center for Adult Education (CAE)\: CAE Lawrence and Corrections Education, delivered in collaboration with the Essex County Sheriff's Department (ECSD). Across both verticals, the ED is responsible for advancing adult learner access and success, the quality and effectiveness of academic and instructional programming, externally funded initiatives, and community and institutional partnerships.
CAE Lawrence provides Adult Basic Education, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), High School Equivalency (HSE), Spanish and family literacy, Transition to College, and other adult learner initiatives that support educational advancement, postsecondary transition, and employment and career opportunities.
Corrections Education, delivered through the College's partnership with the Essex County Sheriff's Department, provides adult education, English-language, foundational skills, and workforce development programming at Middleton House of Correction, The Farm, Women in Transition, STAR Lawrence, and STAR Lynn. These programs help learners build skills, pursue credentials, and advance toward education, employment, and career goals.
The ED serves as a member of the senior leadership team within Institutional Advancement and reports to the Associate Vice President of Strategic Relations & Resource Development. The ED works in collaboration with Institutional Advancement leadership to advance the strategic direction, quality, growth, and sustainability of the College's adult education portfolio.
RESPONSIBILITIES\:
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following\:
Strategic Leadership
Planning & Development
Institutional Collaboration
Team Management and Development
Other Responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW\:
https\://necc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205103
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\:
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT\: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT\:
SALARY\: Anticipated starting salary range is $126,000.00 - $131,000.00 annually with complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
ANTICIPATED START DATE\: ASAP
TO APPLY\: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration\:
Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.
**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)
DEADLINE\: Open until filled
Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ [email protected]), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at\: http\://www.necc.mass.edu/clery
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT REVIEW APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH MASSCAREERS. PLEASE APPLY VIA THE LINK BELOW\:
https\://necc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205103
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS\:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\:
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT\: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT\:
SALARY\: Anticipated starting salary range is $126,000.00 - $131,000.00 annually with complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
ANTICIPATED START DATE\: ASAP
TO APPLY\: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration\:
Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.
**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)
DEADLINE\: Open until filled
Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ [email protected]), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at\: http\://www.necc.mass.edu/clery
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