For more than 45 years, Central Arizona College (CAC) has been proudly serving and educating the diverse communities of Pinal County, a mixed rural and urban setting.   With five campuses and three centers located strategically throughout the county, CAC provides accessible, educational, economic, cultural, and personal growth opportunities for those of all ages.   Pinal County has a rich cultural history with multiple Native American groups contributing to the diversity of the region.  The economic foundation of the county rests on the long-standing agricultural, ranching, and mining industries that contribute to the broad base of constituencies supported by CAC.   

 

Located between Phoenix and Tucson, the College offers access to the two largest metropolitan areas in Arizona within a short drive.   With availability to rich cultural and entertainment resources, major league sports teams, and two of Americas’ great research universities, the area offers the opportunity to live, work and play in the inviting climate of the desert southwest.

Presidential Search

 

The Board of Governors seeks an enthusiastic, ethical visionary who possesses many of the following leadership qualifications, characteristics and the ability to:

• Present a strong academic and organizational background reflecting progressive levels of responsibility and accomplishments at each successive level that would indicate the ability to chart a new path for Central Arizona College.
• Document an employment history reflecting an expertise in financial management that indicates the skills to effectively manage people, programs and resources in the accomplishment of goals and objectives.
• Document accomplishments in economic development activities that will assure a commitment to actively seek community input, assess business needs, and lead a collaborative partnership that is flexible, responds to educational and workforce needs, and produces graduates that are prepared for work.
• Show a strong work history and personal commitment to the community college system that would position you as the visible public champion and primary advocate for Central Arizona College.
• Demonstrate honest multidimensional communication skills, both verbal and written, to a broad range of constituencies, with the ability to engage in an effective dialogue that respects the honest opinions and expressions of all participants.
• Document a role in joining with Governing Boards as their expert in the development of strategic plans that assure the continual growth and viability of the institution.
• Show a record of successful instruction with an energetic desire to support educational programs by being the charismatic visionary that can create excellence through innovation.
• The ability to show a history as a sincere leader who will genuinely seek and actively listen to input from all constituencies and together through the policy governance process, move the organization on a path of continuing excellence.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity and understanding of the diverse backgrounds, culture, age, academic preparation and socioeconomic makeup of the modern community college.
• Provide evidence of a background with a strong commitment to student success.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:  To be considered, the applicant must possess an earned doctorate in Education, a specialty discipline, or a related field of study from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.  

EXPERIENCE:          Significant experience in a senior leadership role in a multi-campus community college setting.  Senior leadership of ten (10) or more cumulative years should have been in one or more of the following position titles or equivalent: Chancellor/President, Provost, Executive Vice Chancellor/Executive Vice President, Vice Chancellor/Vice President, Associate or Assistant Vice President, or Executive Dean or Dean.  A minimum of six (6) of the ten (10) years’ experience must have been at the Vice President level or higher.

DEADLINE: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that all application materials are delivered to the Office of the Presidential Search by 6:00 p.m. MST, February 18, 2016.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:  The application packet will consist of:

• Letter of interest
• Current resume 
• Completed Central Arizona College application
• Unofficial copies of transcripts reflecting the required degree.  Applications without required transcripts will not be considered.

To access a complete list of desired qualifications and additional application information, go to www.centralaz.edu/presidentsearch or by calling the Office of the Presidential Search at 520-494-5577.

Application materials and nominations for the position must be sent to:

 

Central Arizona College

Presidential Search, Room H106

ATTN: Brandi Clark

Executive Director of Human Resources

8470 North Overfield Road

Coolidge, AZ  85128

The College does not accept faxed and electronic application materials for this position.

Central Arizona College provides an equal opportunity in employment and educational programs and activities.  Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, military status or genetic test information, sexual orientation, or gender or expression.