The Utah Board of Higher Education has launched the search for Mountainland Technical College’s next president. Additional announcements, timeline details, and updates will be posted on this webpage throughout the process.
Presidential Profile and Application
The Utah Board of Higher Education is now accepting nominations and applications for the next president of Mountainland Technical College.
Search Committee
The search committee, established by the Board to lead the presidential search, brings together stakeholders from across the MTECH community who are charged with identifying candidates who will advance MTECH’s mission and strategic priorities. The search committee includes representation from students, faculty, staff, administration, trustees, and the Utah Board of Higher Education.
Submit Input
Individuals may submit nominations, suggestions, or feedback through the links below.
Presidential Search Process and Timeline
The Utah Board of Higher Education and the search committee are committed to being as transparent as possible while respecting the confidentiality needed to attract top candidates.
While all stakeholders are eager to name a new president as soon as possible, the Board and search committee are committed to taking the necessary time to identify, vet, and hire the best candidate for this position.
Updates will be shared at key milestones.
- SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 – Application Deadline
- For full consideration, applications should be received by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Time.
- AUGUST 14, 2026 – Search Committee Named & Position Opens
- An eight-member search committee is established. Nominations and applications for the next president open. The full release can be found here.
- JULY 29, 2026 – Public Input Sessions Announced
- The Utah Board of Higher Education opens public input to help identify the next president of Mountainland Technical College. The full release can be found here.
About Mountainland Technical College
Mountainland Technical College is home to award-winning technical education with campuses throughout Utah’s majestic Wasatch Range. As one of Utah’s largest technical colleges, serving more than 6,000 students annually across 38 industry-focused programs, MTECH’s mission is ‘to enhance the employability of individuals through market-driven career and technical education.’
Core Values
Three core values lie at the heart of MTECH’s mission:
- Relevant – Relevant industry-driven programs
- Authentic – Authentic and personalized support services in and out of the classroom
- Welcoming – A positive and welcoming community that inspires learning, confidence, integrity, and inclusion.