President

De Anza College; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

De Anza College is seeking a president who will report to the Chancellor and work across the district and college to advance the mission and strategic goals. The president will lead renewal, transformation, and financial transition, focusing on academic excellence and serving the community.

The ideal candidate will have a master's degree and at least five years in complex organizations with executive leadership, working with diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to open-access community college

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the college through renewal, transformation, and financial transition.
• Strengthen academic excellence and promote equitable student success.
• Collaborate across the district and college governance bodies to advance mission.

Education

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

The client is seeking nominations and applications for the position of president. This role reports directly to the Chancellor and will work collaboratively across the district and within the college to advance the overall mission and strategic goals. The president will lead the institution through a period of renewal, transformation, and financial transition, with a focus on strengthening academic excellence, promoting equitable student success, and enhancing service to the community.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to the open-access community college mission and possess a record of effective leadership in similarly complex organizations. The president is expected to address the evolving needs of the region, navigate changes in the higher education landscape, and lead initiatives that support institutional vision and shared principles. Experience working with governing bodies or high-level oversight committees, as well as an understanding of and respect for diverse backgrounds, is essential for this role.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree in a related field and at least five years of progressively responsible experience within complex organizations, with proven management accomplishments relevant to the position. Senior-level experience and a demonstrated ability to work with diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds are required. The client is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from a diverse pool of qualified candidates.