President, Rockingham Community College
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Location: Wentworth, NC 27375
Description:
Location : Wentworth, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00126
Division: Office of the President
Opening Date: 10/18/2024
Job Summary
Desired Traits & Characteristics
Qualifications
RCC offers eligible employees a comprehensive Benefits Program:
State Health Plan
Eligible employees will have two health plan options, the 70/30 PPO Plan and 80/20 PPO Plan.
Supplemental Benefits Plan
Supplemental benefits are voluntary, employee-paid benefits, and eligible employees have the opportunity to select the programs in which they wish to participate. Supplemental benefits include but are not limited to: dental, vision, group term life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, cancer benefits, critical illness benefits, disability benefits, accident benefits, medical bridge, and telemedicine benefits.
North Carolina Retirement System - State Retirement Plan
Full-time employees participate in the North Carolina Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System. State retirement is deducted at the rate of six percent; the state contribution varies dependent on market conditions. Contributions are tax sheltered for federal and state income tax purposes. Employees are vested after five years of creditable service.
NC Total Retirement Plans (Supplemental Retirement Plans)
The NC 401(k) Plan and the NC 457 Plan are defined contribution retirement plans offered as optional employment benefits to eligible employees.
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00126
Division: Office of the President
Opening Date: 10/18/2024
Job Summary
Desired Traits & Characteristics
- A commitment to excellence and studentsuccess and the ability to motivate and support others in their efforts to provide high quality and accessible programs and services to students
- A demonstrated record of visionary and effective leadership that includes balanced support for all programs and services across the College
- A visible leader who is accessible to all constituents within the College and greater communities and works well with students, faculty, classified staff, and administration
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with an ability to instill in others a passion for the mission and a commitment to the core values of the College and respect for its traditions and past success
- A record of decisiveness and good judgment in decision making that has led to effective and efficient advancement of the organization.
- The ability to build and maintain good community relations and be an effective fund and "friend" raiser for the college
- An administrator of high integrity who sets high standards for themselves and others and expects full accountability with evidence of ethical, fair and honest leadership
- Communicates effectively, possesses an open communication style with strong speaking, writing, and listening skills
- Ability to lead the development of effective partnerships between the colleges and business and industry, cultural entities, and civic organizations throughout the service area
- A thorough understanding and demonstrated experiences with regional and programmatic accreditation
- A demonstrative understanding of budgetary processes in higher education
- The ability to work with elected officials, local schools, and other organizations at the local, state and national level to leverage resources for the college
- A demonstrated background in leading facility and campus improvements designed to serve both students, faculty and staff
- A consensus builder with a leadership style that allows others to perform their responsibilities and serve students to the maximum extent of their abilities
- A demonstrated passion for the community college mission and an understanding of the unique role the college plays in the lives of students and the community served
- Demonstrated ability to develop innovative programs and work with others to support the economic development efforts of the service area
- An understanding and appreciation of the proper relationship between the Board and the President
- An appreciation of the history and culture of the College service area
- Required to reside in Rockingham County within 6-months of employment
Qualifications
- An earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution preferred, a minimum of a master's degree from an accredited institution required
- Minimum of five years senior-level administrative experience required, preferably at a community college or equivalent
RCC offers eligible employees a comprehensive Benefits Program:
State Health Plan
Eligible employees will have two health plan options, the 70/30 PPO Plan and 80/20 PPO Plan.
Supplemental Benefits Plan
Supplemental benefits are voluntary, employee-paid benefits, and eligible employees have the opportunity to select the programs in which they wish to participate. Supplemental benefits include but are not limited to: dental, vision, group term life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, cancer benefits, critical illness benefits, disability benefits, accident benefits, medical bridge, and telemedicine benefits.
North Carolina Retirement System - State Retirement Plan
Full-time employees participate in the North Carolina Teachers' and State Employees' Retirement System. State retirement is deducted at the rate of six percent; the state contribution varies dependent on market conditions. Contributions are tax sheltered for federal and state income tax purposes. Employees are vested after five years of creditable service.
NC Total Retirement Plans (Supplemental Retirement Plans)
The NC 401(k) Plan and the NC 457 Plan are defined contribution retirement plans offered as optional employment benefits to eligible employees.