"President, Danville Community College"

Working TitlePresident, Danville Community CollegeRole TitlePresident DCCRole Code00282-SWFLSAExemptPay Band00Position Number27900038AgencyDanville Community CollegeAgency/DivisionDanville Community College (Div)Work LocationDanville - 590Hiring Range$185,000- $202,000Emergency/Essential PersonnelNoEEO CategoryA-Official or AdministratorFull Time or Part TimeFull TimeDoes this position have telework options?YesDoes this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?NoWork Schedule8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and as neededSensitive PositionYes

The Virginia Community College System invites applications and nominations for the presidency of Danville Community College (DCC). Danville Community College is one of 23 community colleges in Virginia and was founded in 1966 as a result of the merger of its predecessor institutions – the Danville Branch of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and Danville Technical Institute. The Colleges service region includes the City of Danville, along with Pittsylvania and Halifax counties. The College serves a total population of over 135,000 citizens. Additionally, it is the largest provider of educational opportunities in the service region. The Virginia Community College System and Danville Community College recognize diversity that is not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, culture, social class, age, gender, sexual orientation and physical or mental capability.

Danville Community College is located in Danville, Virginia, on the south-central border of Virginia and North Carolina. Situated in a picturesque rural setting, Danville is easily accessible to the nearby cities of Roanoke, Richmond, and Charlottesville in Virginia and Greensboro, Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. All of these cities are located within a two-and-a-half-hour drive. The campus includes 13 buildings which total approximately 230,500 square feet on 86 acres. The Colleges new welding building, opened in 2018, and fully renovated Charles R. Hawkins Engineering and Industrial Technologies (EIT) Building houses a diverse mix of programs offering certifications in high-demand, high-paying career fields. DCCs commitment to academic excellence and intellectual rigor is best exemplified by the 65 full-time teaching faculty, 19 professional and administrative faculty, and more than 60 dedicated adjunct faculty. The College employs more than 59 full-time, well-trained, and experienced staff members along with 75 part-time employees who work within a vibrant community that values their opinions and recognizes the effect their presence has on the life of DCC. Many of the staff are graduates of the College and are long-time area residents who have invested their entire professional lives at DCC.

Danville Community College Workforce Services (WFS) serves the workforce and economic development needs in Danville City and Pittsylvania and Halifax Counties. DCCs student attainment of workforce certifications and college degrees in technical fields allows students to focus on two year or less technical degree programs as well as short term employment training. Area businesses continue to seek workforce guidance in the areas of workforce training, customized instruction, consulting, skills assessments, and other workforce solutions. The College offers 108 programs of study leading to the attainment of associate degree, diploma, certificate, or career studies certificate. In the college-university transfer curricula, students can earn an associate degree in transfer programs, such as Business Administration, Engineering, Liberal Arts, and Science. Graduates of the technical programs are highly sought after by businesses and industries throughout the East Coast as the College has a long history for producing successful graduates.

College Priorities

• Empowering Student Journeys: Building Access, Engagement, Success, and Retention for Lasting Student Achievement.
• Empowering Growth: Building a Resilient Workforce Through Strategic Innovation and Partnerships that meet regional economic development needs.
• Advancing Danville Community Colleges strategic objectives through prudent financial management and sustainable growth strategies.
• Building Bridges: Establishing DCC as the college of choice for the Southern Virginia region through connection, collaboration, and the articulation of a clear vision for the colleges future.
• Unity and Diversity: Building an inclusive community for all.

Application Information

Materials must be submitted through our applicant portal at https://www.vccs.edu/careers. A complete application packet includes only a résumé/CV and cover letter. A substantive but not elongated cover letter should: Address how the applicants experience aligns with qualifications identified; Discuss the applicants perspective on addressing the identified priorities of the college; Describe implementation of the Accelerate Opportunity strategic plan at this college; Explain experience with fostering a culture of care and trust that leverages data to serve the needs of all students.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have an earned doctorate and demonstrated successful senior executive experience at the highest levels. Key Characteristics for Successful Candidates: Significant responsibility for programs, budgets, personnel, facilities, and other appropriate administrative duties; Proven leadership abilities; Excellent communication skills; A collaborative administrative style; A servant leadership perspective that focuses on building environments of high trust; Demonstrated commitment to ensuring an inclusive environment and equitable access and success for students from diverse backgrounds; Experience with taking data-informed strategic risks; Ability to successfully navigate change; Experience with building relationships with leaders from K-12, business, industry, government, and the community at large; Ability to secure financial and program resources to increase student success; Ability to communicate a vision for the college based on the identified priorities; Possess the required skills to achieve results that benefit the college, its students and the region served.