Job Openings
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Current Listings
President Eastern Maine Community College
- The Board of Trustees of the Maine Community College System invites applications and nominations for
the position of President of Eastern Maine Community College (EMCC) located in Bangor Maine in part of
Penobscot County. For more information about the Bangor Maine region, please visit the following
website: Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce. For more information about EMCC please visit the
following website: https://www.emcc.edu/.
EMCC currently serves over 2,000 technical, career and transfer students annually at the Bangor campus
and the Katahdin Higher Education Center in East Millinocket and provides non-credit and short-term
workforce training to an additional 1500 students in support of business needs throughout the state of
Maine. EMCC is fully accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and is part of
Maine’s seven-member community college system.
As a priority, the Board of Trustees seeks a President who has the ability, commitment, and vision to
continue the college’s commitment to enhancing student success and delivering high-quality technical,
career and transfer education and training. The Board also seeks a President who can lead EMCC during a
period of changing student demographics and as the college expands its role in economic and workforce
development. The President has the responsibility of institutional leadership, long-term planning, and
fostering an environment that is conducive to learning.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of experiential based education and
training, strategic planning, and communication, as well as success in team building and participatory
management. Candidates must demonstrate experience with shared governance and collaboration and
have an understanding of the community college environment. Candidates must be able to demonstrate
that they are an innovative leader and have experience engaging in transparent communication.
Candidates must understand the role of the College in economic development and play a leadership role
in promoting opportunities in the region. A combination of administrative, teaching, or management
experience, coupled with a proven leadership record to include fiscal and facilities management is
required. Candidates must possess a master’s degree; candidates with a doctoral degree are preferred.
A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Application
materials must include a cover letter that addresses how the candidate’s background and abilities meet
the criteria set forth in the job posting and that includes a statement of the candidate’s
management and educational philosophy (cover letter not to exceed 600 words).
Application materials must also include a resume and three references. Application materials
are uploaded when you complete the online application.
President Harrisburg Area Community College
HACC, Central Pennsylvania’s Community College have launched their search for a new President.
The Trustees and College community seek an experienced, collaborative, visionary leader. In this pivotal position, the President must demonstrate a deep understanding of the intricate landscape of higher education, particularly community colleges, and chart a clear path for HACC’s continued regional and national prominence as the premier community college of Pennsylvania. The new President will foster existing and new relationships with regional industries that will benefit both students and community members and will have a sincere commitment to modeling an environment of civility for students, employees, and the community. The President will continue a tradition of successful fundraising to sustain the financial stability of the College and opportunities for students. Someone passionate about accessible and innovative pathways to higher education will find rich stories to tell and shape in the work being done at HACC.
This is a remarkable opportunity for a skilled, experienced leader eager to connect with the five campuses serving the communities of south-central Pennsylvania. The next President has the opportunity to begin the College’s next chapter, collaborating with dedicated faculty and staff, community partners, and regional elected officials to further define HACC’s place regionally and nationally. In this era of rapid technological, demographic, political, and educational change, the President will lead discussions and decisions about how the College’s purpose — “learning for all; learning for life” — can positively impact the next generations of students and workers in the region. The Board of Trustees and College community seek someone with a balance of executive presence, genuine caring, and clear, strong communication to engage and inspire the College and region.
Academic Search is partnering with HACC to conduct this search. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. All confidential applications and nominations should be sent electronically to HACCPresident@academicsearch.org. An application must include these documents (in three separate PDF attachments):
- A detailed cover letter, addressed to the search committee, expressing your interest in this position and explaining the ways you meet the qualifications and expectations in this profile; and
- A current full resume or curriculum vitae that includes relevant responsibilities and accomplishments.
- A list of five professional references, including each person’s name, position, institution/organization, email address, and phone number. (Candidates will be asked to sign a release before references are checked.)
For full consideration by the search committee, applicant materials should be submitted by November 6, 2025.