Campus President

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a Campus President to lead community engagement and strategic initiatives in Dallas, Texas. This full-time role requires a proven leader with extensive management experience and a Master’s degree, preferably a doctorate. The Campus President will serve as the face of the College in the community, driving growth and innovative solutions across multiple sectors.

The ideal candidate must excel in strategic execution, engage diverse community stakeholders, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Join us to make a significant impact in higher education!

Qualifications

• 15+ years of management experience, including three years in senior executive leadership.
• Demonstrated understanding of the student populations served.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the voice and face of the College on campus and in the community.
• Lead initiatives that support the vibrancy and growth of Dallas County.
• Develop and execute outreach strategies to drive growth in defined sectors.

Skills

Community engagement

Strategic execution

Leadership alignment

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Master’s degree

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Overview

Campus President

Higher Education • Dallas, Texas • Full Time

Job Title: Campus President
Location: Dallas, TX (On-site)
Reports to: Chancellor

This is not your typical college, and this is not your typical campus president role. If you are already in higher education and ready to lead at the campus level—or if you are outside of higher education and want to apply your talent and expertise to make a lasting community impact—this role may be for you.

Our client is in the barrier-busting business and is seeking innovative leaders who thrive on solving problems and creating opportunity. The ideal Campus President is a creative, results-driven collaborator who can optimize technology, regional service offerings, community leadership, and business partnerships to position the College as the region’s preferred education and training provider.

This proven leader will bring a strong background in community engagement and campus leadership, along with the ability to innovate, execute strategy, and deliver measurable results aligned with the College’s mission. As one of the largest community college systems in Texas, the institution serves students across seven campuses and multiple community-based centers, placing students at the center of everything it does.

Position Summary

The Campus President serves as the voice and face of the College on campus and in the surrounding community. This role is responsible for leading initiatives that support the vibrancy, growth, and economic stability of Dallas County.

Core areas of responsibility include:

• Sector Development
• Community Engagement
• Campus Leadership

This position reports directly to the Chancellor, who serves as the College CEO.

Sector Development

The College is taking an innovative approach to employer engagement, with Campus Presidents serving as sector leads for regional workforce needs. The Campus President will leverage sector development expertise to expand opportunities for student success by engaging one or more targeted industry sectors:

• Healthcare
• Business, Professional & Financial Services
• Aerospace
• Manufacturing
• Information Technology
• Arts & Entertainment
• Transportation & Logistics
• Construction

• Lead assigned sector engagement for the region.
• Develop and execute outreach strategies to drive growth in defined sectors.
• Research and identify community prospects and decision-makers for education and workforce partnerships.
• Build strong alliances with community and business leaders.
• Monitor industry trends and develop innovative solutions to advance College outcomes.
• Create and deliver compelling messaging for students, employees, and partners.
• Maintain an active schedule of field visits, conferences, and association events.
• Develop and manage contracts and agreements to support proactive renewals.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance teams on partnership agreements.
• Model a collaborative leadership approach centered on student success.

Community Engagement

• Serve as the face and voice of the College within the campus community.
• Engage in outreach activities that expand partnerships and resources.
• Collaborate with community organizations, chambers of commerce, school districts, and civic groups.
• Advocate for the campus and actively participate in campus events.
• Engage in cross-functional teams across Academics, Student Success, Operations, Workforce Development, and Community Engagement.
• Develop and manage an annual prospect outreach plan aligned with College goals.
• Ensure alignment of campus initiatives, communications, and employee engagement.
• Inspire a values-based campus culture aligned with the College’s mission.
• Model clear, transparent, and professional communication.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Demonstrated understanding of the student populations served.
• Master’s degree required; doctorate preferred.
• 15+ years of management experience, including three years in senior executive leadership.
• Subject matter expertise in at least one targeted industry sector.
• Strong strategic execution and leadership alignment skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and data-informed decision-making abilities.
• Experience managing budgets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to influence in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Note: This position is subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a fingerprint check.

About Dallas College

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly known as the Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) has served more than three million students. Dallas College is one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas, which includes seven campus locations around the Dallas/Fort Worth area and strives to be a leader in the Community College space, placing students at the center of everything they do.

Dallas College serves more than 100,000 credit and continuing education students offering 300+ academic and technical degrees and over 100 high-demand career programs and training.

In June 2020, the Southern Association of Colleges, and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) approved the district’s plan to unify as a single institution, Dallas College. The new Dallas College encompasses Brookhaven, Cedar Valley, Eastfield, El Centro, Mountain View, North Lake, and Richland, which are now referred to as campuses instead of colleges.

By approving a comprehensive application detailing concrete steps on how the district would consolidate its colleges to better serve students, SACSCOC also granted the district a “level change,” allowing what is now Dallas College to offer a Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education and Teaching, the first four-year degree offered by the institution. Dallas College is also exploring opportunities to provide other four-year degrees in accordance with authorizing legislation enacted by the Texas Legislature.

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