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With the retirement of President Morris W. Beverage, Jr. in August 2024, the Lakeland Community College Board of Trustees are now accepting confidential nominations and expressions of interest for the colleges next president.
The college community is seeking a visionary leader, who is motivational and a good listener, who is passionate about leading a student-centered institution and who is committed to ensuring student success. The new president will lead the institution by setting a vision for the future of the college that enhances the colleges quality educational programs and services and creates opportunities for innovation and growth while respecting the colleges history.
Founded in 1967, Lakeland Community College occupies 400 acres in Lake County which borders Lake Erie and is approximately 30 minutes east of downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Lake County is ideally situated, providing residents with access to Lake Erie beaches, dozens of vineyards, wineries, and the nationally recognized Lake Metroparks.
The college currently offers 144 associate degree and technical certificate programs leading to high demand careers or transfer to four-year institutions. Additionally, Lakelands Holden University Center is an affordable and convenient option for community members wishing to continue their education with four-year partner colleges and universities. Lakeland Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Department of Higher Education authorizes and approves the offering of the colleges academic credit programs. In fall 2023 the college enrolled 4,766 credit students (2,575 FTE).
A top priority for the next president will be to lead the development of strategies and initiatives to reverse the enrollment challenges and to increase the rate of retention of current students while simultaneously maintaining and ensuring the financial health and stability of the college.
Minimum professional qualifications include:
https://www.lakelandcc.edu
Overview:
With the retirement of President Morris W. Beverage, Jr. in August 2024, the Lakeland Community College Board of Trustees are now accepting confidential nominations and expressions of interest for the colleges next president.
The college community is seeking a visionary leader, who is motivational and a good listener, who is passionate about leading a student-centered institution and who is committed to ensuring student success. The new president will lead the institution by setting a vision for the future of the college that enhances the colleges quality educational programs and services and creates opportunities for innovation and growth while respecting the colleges history.
Founded in 1967, Lakeland Community College occupies 400 acres in Lake County which borders Lake Erie and is approximately 30 minutes east of downtown Cleveland, Ohio. Lake County is ideally situated, providing residents with access to Lake Erie beaches, dozens of vineyards, wineries, and the nationally recognized Lake Metroparks.
The college currently offers 144 associate degree and technical certificate programs leading to high demand careers or transfer to four-year institutions. Additionally, Lakelands Holden University Center is an affordable and convenient option for community members wishing to continue their education with four-year partner colleges and universities. Lakeland Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Ohio Department of Higher Education authorizes and approves the offering of the colleges academic credit programs. In fall 2023 the college enrolled 4,766 credit students (2,575 FTE).
A top priority for the next president will be to lead the development of strategies and initiatives to reverse the enrollment challenges and to increase the rate of retention of current students while simultaneously maintaining and ensuring the financial health and stability of the college.
Minimum professional qualifications include:
- A masters degree is required with a strong preference for a terminal degree, both from a regionally accredited college or university. Significant senior level progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience in higher education, preferably at a community college, may be considered in lieu of a terminal degree.
- Fiscal acumen and demonstrated skill in overseeing a complex budget to address budget realities in a changing higher education and funding landscape.
- Demonstrated understanding of and a commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
To ensure full consideration, completed applications are due by January 5, 2024. Candidates should carefully review the E xecutive Search Profile to understand the unique opportunities and qualifications for this position. You will be required to attach a current resume and a cover letter addressing the position, and to input contact information for three professional reference contacts. Please scroll up and click on the Apply Now button to submit your application.
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