President - South Florida State College

Location: Avon Park, FL Category: Administrative Posted On: Wed May 3 2023 :

Ideal Characteristics:

An approachable and dynamic leader who is dedicated to the College, all students, and the communities of SFSC
Dedication to enhancing lives and demonstration of a comprehensive approach to the diverse social and economic needs of all students
Transformational and willing to take strategic risks to advance the College in meeting the rapidly changing educational environment
A strategic visionary who has significant experience in accreditation, curriculum development, and articulation agreements
A champion of access with a track record of advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives
A forward-thinking innovator who has experience leading collegewide technology advancements to meet the needs of both students and employees
A student success-focused leader who champions innovative curriculum, advances baccalaureate offerings, and increases support services for all students.
An ardent and experienced planner in student housing, with familiarity in investigating new ways to provide additional housing opportunities
A passionate student advocate who will further partnerships with the region's K-12 districts and institutions of higher education
An enthusiastic supporter of a holistic student life experience, including student activities and athletics
An entrepreneurial leader who builds partnerships with industry and civic entities in alignment with the College mission
A financially prudent leader with extensive experience successfully managing large and complex budgets
A strategic innovator who makes data-driven decisions and takes calculated risks to expand and develop programs and services in the best interest of the institution
A gifted collaborator who advocates for the unique needs of a bilingual and multicultural community
A politically astute leader experienced in working with federal, state, and local government entities and their employees
A steadfast leader experienced in crisis management and safety planning
A leader who is sensitive to the life challenges faced by community college students and employees
An exceptional leader who is genuine, humble, compassionate, respectful, ethical, fair, transparent, and who is an empathetic listener capable of fostering a family-oriented environment for employees
A higher education professional experienced in working with a rural college and community

Job Requirements:

Required Minimum Qualifications:

An earned doctorate or other terminal degree is preferred
Candidates must have a combination of credentials and/or experience sufficient to warrant the respect and confidence of a wide range of college constituents
Candidates with a variety of leadership experiences are strongly encouraged to apply

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