The Virginia Community College System invites applications and nominations for the presidency of Tidewater Community College, with campuses in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Ideal candidates will be proven leaders who have an earned doctorate and have demonstrated successful higher education and academic administrative experience at or above the president level or the equivalent. Multi-campus community college presidential experience is preferred. The candidate must have proven leadership abilities along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. He or she must possess a clear commitment to educational excellence, technological innovation in education, diversity, and a background of demonstrated support for regional economic development and workforce training. Candidates must have a demonstrated ability to work with public leaders, multiple governmental bodies, and the community at large, with the skills to continue and expand previously successful fundraising initiatives. The candidate must have a broad vision for academic leadership throughout a geographically extensive service area, together with the skills, energy, and commitment for its implementation.
To be considered for the initial screening, candidates should submit application materials by March 1, 2012. This search will remain open until the position is filled. A complete applicant file will include a cover letter addressing the position qualifications and a resume of education and experience.
- Initial Screening Begins: March 8, 2012
- State Level Interviews in Richmond: March 29-30, 2012
- Community College Interviews: April-May
- Chancellor announces new president: May
Questions may be directed to Dr. Christopher Lee, Search Coordinator, at 804-819-4685.