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President

Employer
Mesalands Community College
Location
New Mexico, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 8, 2020

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Position Type
Executive, Chancellors & Presidents, Other Executive
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time

Presidential Profile

The Board of Trustees of Mesalands Community College, accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, is conducting a nationwide search for a new president. The College seeks an experienced, dynamic, visionary, and enterprising leader, who will guide and set the stage for growth, stability, and service to a unique community college. Mesalands is located in a historic Route 66 community on the I-40 corridor with potential for continued success.

Mesalands Community College provides unique opportunities with immersive training complimented by its strategic location. The College is the authority on wind energy technology for the State of New Mexico boasting a wind turbine and housing a nacelle, on the ground, for hands-on training. The North American Wind Research and Training Center is a premier facility pushing the boundaries of renewable energy technology. The Paleontology program has produced a pristine world-renowned Dinosaur Museum, cultivating specimens from exclusive local dig sites.

Mesalands is New Mexico’s home to the Western Meat School—an innovative learning experience where ranchers, butchers, and others can learn how to direct market beef and lambs. Students receive immersive experiences in Agricultural Business and Direct to Market offerings, maintaining the traditions of the Southwest while advancing competitive business practices of the future. Other unique program offerings include: Farrier Science, Artistic Silversmithing, Fine Arts Bronze, and a nationally ranked Intercollegiate Rodeo Team. The College is fortunate to be led by a committed faculty and staff, producing high rates of student retention and success.

For additional information about Mesalands Community College, including the presidential profile, please visit www.mesalands.edu/presidential-search/.

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In addition to your electronic materials, a paper copy must be mailed to:

            Mesalands Community College – Presidential Search

            ATTN: Mr. James (Jim) Streetman

            911 South Tenth Street

            Tucumcari, NM 88401

Nominations and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The target date for applications: Monday November 30, 2020

For additional information, nominations or confidential inquires, contact Mr. James (Jim) Streetman, Search Committee Chair, (575) 461-3418 or jims@mesalands.edu.

Challenges and Opportunities for Mesalands Community College

  1. To continue to provide affordable and quality educational opportunities for a rural community during a period marked by numerous economic challenges.
  2. To identify new sources of funding, both public and private, that will ensure the long-term advancement and growth of the College and Foundation.
  3. To continuously invest in new programs and services to meet student and workforce needs.
  4. To continue to strengthen public support and confidence through partnerships with all levels of public and private schools, local and state government, and agencies.

Ideal Candidate Characteristics

  1. An educator committed to student success, excellence, and to working in partnership with the Board of Trustees, College Foundation, faculty, staff, students, and the local community to enhance all aspects of the College.
  2. Appreciation of, and experience with, academic matters including accreditation and student learning outcomes assessment.
  3. Values and develops accountability measures throughout the College to ensure the continued success of the institution.
  4. An inclusive leader who will work closely with a dedicated Board of Trustees and the College community in developing short and long range plans for the College.
  5. A leader who will continue to develop and build on the strengths of the College.
  6. Ability to adapt to a small community lifestyle and values with an affordable cost of living.
  7. An experienced administrator with knowledge of cutting edge technology.
  8. A logical thinker committed to strategic planning based on sound data.
  9. A common sense leader with the ability to work with a culturally diverse community.
  10. A person who can leverage resources in an environment that depends on the engagement and commitment of faculty and staff, to carry out multiple responsibilities.
  11. An accessible and open leader with an exemplary work ethic, who can work with a dedicated administrative team to guide the College into the future.
  12. A dynamic, experienced advocate working within political fields at the local, state, and national level.
  13. A leader with a proven track-record in developing partnerships with business and industry.
  14. Success in obtaining funding from foundations, government, and individual contributors.
  15. Knowledgeable and accountable for compliance with/and implementation of all local, state, and federal regulations.
  16. Experience and the desire to work with civic organizations, and county and city commissions in finding new ways to promote economic development for the area.
  17. A visionary and decisive leader of strong character, integrity, and a track record of building trust.
  18. An enthusiastic, motivated, open-minded, effective communicator, with strong people skills, and an outgoing personality.
  19. A proven record of sound fiscal management.
  20. Evidence of the knowledge and principals of working with a locally elected governing board.

 Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The President must hold an earned Doctoral Degree in Educational Administration or a related field from a regionally accredited University. The President must have adequate years of prior administrative experience at the Post-Secondary level.

 

 

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