Assistant Director, YouthBuild Program

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Valencia College is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Assistant Director of Youth Build to support program operations serving Orange County at our West Campus. This leadership role plays a key part in advancing Valencia College’s Department of Labor funded program, in partnership with Youth Build USA, a nationally recognized program focused on empowering young adults ages 16–24 through education, workforce training, and career pathways.
Please Note:
This position will operate in a primarily on-site environment.
Under the Youth Build Orange County, this is a grant-funded position that has an anticipated end date of September 30, 2027.

The Assistant Director will oversee day-to-day program operations and support the delivery of innovative educational and vocational experiences, including GED preparation, that promote academic achievement, career readiness, and long-term success. This role collaborates closely with faculty, staff, and community partners to create meaningful opportunities for student engagement and workforce development.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting grant reporting and compliance requirements
• Performing administrative duties related to program operations
• Coaching and supporting students enrolled in the program
• Partnering with internal and external community partners
• Data input (Excel experience preferred)

The ideal will have:

• Experience working with grant-funded programs
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting young adults who may have faced barriers to education or employment
• Experience engaging and mentoring youth
• Commitment to promoting access and student success

Valencia’s Total Rewards package features:

• State Medical, dental benefits and paid life insurance premiums
• Paid time off – Annual leave, spring break, winter break, and other holidays.
• Educational and Professional development opportunities for you and your dependents so much more...

HOLDERS OF DEGREES FROM INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE THE USA:

• Individuals who have completed college or university coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have any foreign transcripts evaluated prior to submission through an authorized evaluation service such as World Education Services. For a list of acceptable evaluation services, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..php

Additional Information:

• This position operates in a primarily on-site environment.
• This is a federally grant-funded position. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions. Individuals on an F-1 visa or similar student visa may not be eligible for this role.
• Please note that you will have to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.
• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.
• Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history
  , even if attaching a resume.
• Under the Youth Build Orange County, this is a grant-funded position that has an anticipated end date of September 30, 2027.

Position Number

Position Number SE2009

Position Title

Position Title Assistant Director, Youth Build Program

Job Type

Job Type Staff

FT/PT

FT/PT Full-Time

Employee Class Description

Employee Class Description P1-Staff exempt

General Position Description

Provides leadership for all grant activities of the Orange County Youth Build program, which assists students with earning their high school diploma and provides opportunities for career training and…