Javier Romero has over 25 years of experience in higher education and workforce development, which included a tenure of 14 years with the California Workforce Development Board. Prior to becoming the Deputy Director of the EDD Workforce Services Branch, his most recent experience was as a dean in the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office Workforce and Economic Development Division for over 7 years. As a dean, he oversaw California's Adult Education Program, California Apprenticeship Initiative, as well as other programs.
During his career, Javier has focused on issues related to organizing education and workforce development programs around regional economies, sector strategies, career pathways, expanding access to traditionally disadvantaged communities and non-traditional educational pathways.
Javier has extensive knowledge of the complex interactions between public funded systems, programs and services. His leadership experience and knowledge of organization development concepts provides him a solid foundation to assess and manage complex organizational issues such as strategic planning, team development, and empowering staff.”