Job Details

President/Superintendent

Position Number: 6994522
Location: Eureka, CA
Position Type: Presidents and Chancellors

President/Superintendent

Salary: See Position Description
Location: Eureka - Main Campus
Job Type: Administrator
Job Number: N/A
Department: President's Office
Opening Date: 03/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Summary

The District President/Superintendent is appointed by the Board of Trustees to serve as the Chief Executive Officer and Secretary to the Board of Trustees. The primary responsibility of the President/Superintendent is to ensure an excellent education for the students of the Redwoods Community College District. Consistent with educational excellence the President/Superintendent shall provide sound financial management of the District.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The President/Superintendent has the primary responsibility to lead the District in meeting its educational, financial and accreditation goals; to create a college environment conducive to quality learning and student success; to support innovative efforts of District employees; and to represent the District and the College to all outside organizations, agencies and institutions. The position of President/Superintendent shall be initiatory and executory. The President/Superintendent shall act both as a professional advisor to the Board in the formulation of policies for the governance of the College and as executor of the policies adopted by the Board. All powers and duties delegated to the President/Superintendent are to be executed in accordance with the policies adopted by the Board.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.

Serves as the educational leader of the District.
Serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Secretary to the Board of Trustees.
Serves as the primary administrative advisor to the Board of Trustees in matters of policy.
Directs the development of the District budget for submission to the Board.
Represents the College to the community, the media, government, and other institutions.
Informs the Board, staff and local constituencies regarding issues and trends affecting the District and exerts influence in the development of local, state and national policy.
Directs the establishment of administrative procedures for the efficient conduct of operations of the District.
Formulates immediate and long-range plans regarding all facets of the District

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills
Requires knowledge of:

Laws, codes, and state and federal regulations governing community college administration.
Long-range planning, development, and evaluation methods, techniques, and practices.
Fiscal management, strategic planning, human resources development, collective bargaining, curriculum and instruction, enrollment management, student services, and facilities management.
Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement, equity, and culture change.
Effective learning processes at the college level.
Budget preparation and procedures.
Principles and practices of management and supervision including planning, organizing, assigning, and reviewing work; performance appraisal and discipline; employee selection and development, and Equal Employment Opportunities.

Abilities

Ability to:
- Administer, manage, coordinate, and evaluate all facets of a community college.
- Interpret, apply, and enforce laws, regulations, and codes related to community college administration.
- Provide leadership and guidance in establishment and attainment of goals and objectives and for the development of policies.
- Strategically plan and manage people through change. Demonstrate strong analytical and budgeting skills.
- Direct, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of senior administrators and staff.
- Serve as a champion of participatory governance, demonstrating respect, honesty, integrity, trust, confidence, and compassion.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, and community.
- Provide student services and/or advocacy for socio-economically and historically underrepresented populations that leads to improved student access and success.
- Make presentations and present proposals and recommendations clearly, logically, and persuasively to diverse audiences.
- Fundraise and engage with community.
- Balance institutional goals with the efficient use of resources. Serve as a fair, ethical, and accessible leader.
- Partner with local school districts and government, business, and civic organizations in support of educational initiatives.
- Demonstrate diplomacy and take unpopular positions when necessary.
- Consistently perform under the pressure of deadlines and other administrative demands.

Supervision Received
The President/Superintendent performs his/her/their duties and responsibilities using broad discretionary powers under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.

Education and Experience
Education/Training:
A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university; earned doctorate is preferred.

Required Experience:

Five (5) years of senior-level administrative experience with significant and progressively complex decision-making responsibility with a
- Minimum of three (3) years of executive level administrative experience, including responsibility for a broad operational segment of the organization with significant fiscal and programmatic oversight including but not limited to academic affairs, student services, administrative services, or human resources/labor relations. Experience reporting directly to a governing body or chief executive officer.
Experience working with collective bargaining units.
Track-record of community service and involvement

Ideal Characteristics:
CR seeks a leader who will continue the District's tradition of delivering accessible, affordable, and high-quality education and who possesses the following characteristics:

Consistently demonstrates integrity, transparency and honesty.
Leads by example to create a climate of respect and accountability.
Known for being personable, kind, and emotionally intelligent.
Communicates regularly and effectively, providing clear rationales for decisions.
Is visible and approachable on campus, showing openness and a willingness to listen to all stakeholders.
Fosters trust by demonstrating active listening, responsiveness, and follow-through.
Actively solicits input from faculty, staff, students, and community.
Embraces shared governance and inclusive decision-making.
Creates local partnerships to foster strong industry and community engagement.
Embraces an innovation mindset to lead during times of change.
Willing to learn and embrace the culture of CR and its communities.
Shows strong financial expertise in budgeting and external resource development, including grants and fund-raising.
Grows financial resources through strategic implementation of the California Community Colleges Student Centered Funding Formula.
Models culturally responsive leadership to enhance student access, retention, and success.
Implements successful strategies to advance student equity and close achievement gaps.

Opportunities and Challenges:
The successful candidate will collaborate with community, faculty, staff, students, and administrators to address these key opportunities and challenges. Applicants should demonstrate an ability and willingness to do the following:

Support excellence and innovation in instruction, student services, and all services that result in student success for all, and close student achievement gaps.
Ensure CR programs are high-quality and meet students' needs through a variety of delivery and pedagogical modes.
Address the needs and potential opportunities created by changing demographics, enrollment trends, and regional workforce needs.
Collaborate with the Board of Trustees and the college community as they research, identify, and address the numerous implications of technology and artificial intelligence.
Continue to maintain a welcoming campus climate and provide a safe learning environment that enables all students to achieve their goals.
Encourage, through modeling and accountability, a positive, collaborative work environment where all constituents are valued and respected by others and where decision-making is transparent.
Exercise strong fiscal acumen to manage existing resources well and to acquire alternative sources of revenue in a time of economic uncertainty.
Build on existing partnerships and create new ones in the community that support students and meet the region's workforce needs.
Continuously review and update the physical plant needs of all sites through Bond Measure I and other resources designated for facility construction, renovation, and modernization.
Oversee and assess the effectiveness of all learning sites serving an extraordinarily large geographical area.
Navigate the changing federal mandates and guidelines that impact local funding, policies, and practices, and advocate at the local, State, and national levels in support of our mission and our students.

Desirable Qualifications:

Doctorate degree from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial oversight, and allocation of resources.
Demonstrated experience supporting student access, equity, retention, and completion.
Demonstrated experience in fostering innovation in academic and workforce programming.
Demonstrated experience in developing partnerships with business, industry, agencies, communities, organizations, and education institutions.
Demonstrated experience with participatory governance.
Demonstrated experience with accreditation standards, policies, and eligibility requirements.
Demonstrated experience with external resource development, including bonds, pursuit of grant funding, and community support through partnerships and/or a foundation.
Demonstrated experience in utilizing and applying applicable data and research findings in decision-making processes and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated experience working with collective bargaining units.

Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be competitive, based on experience, qualifications, and negotiation of an employment agreement. A comprehensive benefits package will also be offered.

How to Apply:
Acceptance of application materials will begin on March 9, 2026. The position is open until filled and the first review date is April 17, 2026. To be included in the first review, all application materials must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026. The Redwoods Community College District reserves the right to cancel or postpone the recruitment at any time during the search process. Applicants must submit all required materials through the District's online employment application system.

Note: Non-U.S. citizens who cannot provide evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. are ineligible for this position. The Redwoods Community College District does not sponsor non-U.S. citizens to work in the U.S.

Required Materials for Application:

Completed Redwoods CCD Employment Application (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/redwoods?).
A letter of interest (not to exceed 3 pages) that provides examples your background and experience that addresses the following from this position announcement: Ideal Characteristics, Opportunities and Challenges, and Desirable Qualifications.
A current Résumé or CV.
A list of eight references with email addresses and cell phone numbers for two supervisors, two subordinates (including one support staff member), two faculty, and two community members.
Complete transcripts of all lower division, upper division, and graduate level college/university coursework (unofficial is acceptable for application; official transcripts are required if you are selected for the position). Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency at the applicant's expense. Transcripts become the property of the Redwoods CCD and will not be returned to applicants.

For Assistance with Applying:
Liz Hermosillo
Elizabeth-Hermosillo@redwoods.edu
707-476-4143

Lupita Martinez
Lupita-Martinez@redwoods.edu
707-476-4141

Candidate Inquiries:
Community College Search Services (CCSS) has been retained by the Board of Trustees to facilitate the search and selection process. For additional information, confidential inquiries, and nominations, please contact:

Will Lewallen, Ph.D., Lead Search Consultant
Community College Search Services
will.lewallen@ccss.solutions; (831) 682-3541

Joan Smith, Ed.D., Search Consultant
Community College Search Services
joan.smith@ccss.solutions; (209) 566-5421

Selection Process:
The District will stress confidentiality throughout the search and selection process. Candidates are also expected to respect the confidential nature of all such processes and those involved in the search. First level interviews will be conducted through Zoom. Final interviews will be conducted in person. Candidates selected for a final interview will be reimbursed up to $2,000 for reasonable and appropriate travel expenses. Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

Please visit our website for updates and announcements pertaining to the President/Superintendent Search.

Note: Non-U.S. citizens who cannot provide evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. are ineligible for this position. The Redwoods Community College District does not sponsor non-U.S. citizens to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement

The Redwoods Community College District is committed to equal employment opportunity and to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable educational and work environment. The Governing Board supports the intent of the California Legislature to ensure that community colleges build a climate of acceptance and inclusion and that employment opportunities are equalized for all individuals.

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

College of the Redwoods is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.

ADA Accommodation Notice

Applicants and nominees who believe they are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and require accommodation during any part of the interview or selection process must submit a written request with documentation at least five business days prior to the date of need of the accommodation via e-mail to: College of the Redwoods Human Resources at HR@Redwoods.edu.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process. unless otherwise noted.

All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Faculty applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

For technical assistance, please contact NEOED's Applicant Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com if your needing help with your online applicant account. Applicant Support is available between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

To apply: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/redwoods/jobs/5262486/president-superintendent