"President, Saddleback College"

Job Details

Salary: $264,120.00 - $390,192.00 Annually

Location: Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA

Job Type: SC- Management (Full-Time)

Job Number:202400777

Office, Division, or School: SC - Management (Full-Time)

Opening Date: 12/16/2025

Initial Screening Date: February 6, 2026 (Open until filled)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To serve as the educational leader and Chief Executive Officer of Saddleback College, one of two colleges within the South Orange County Community College District, guiding the institution with visionary, equity-centered leadership. The President ensures the delivery of inclusive, high-quality educational and support services, fosters a culture of belonging, and advances the college’s mission through strategic planning, collaborative governance, and regional partnerships.

To report to the Chancellor and execute all powers and duties in accordance to rules and regulations of the Board of Trustees, Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges, and the laws of the State of California; serve as the institutional leader and implement board policies and administrative regulations as applicable to the position; serve under contract and establish annual goals, which are approved by the Chancellor; and advise the Chancellor on matters related to District planning, policies, operations, as they affect the diverse body of students and employees at the college.

Application Instructions

• Complete all sections and fields on the application and attach all required documents – incomplete applications may not be considered.

• Include all relevant education, training, and/or experience on the application.

• Do not include any personally identifiable, confidential, or otherwise unrequested information that does not pertain to job related factors (e.g., social security number, date of birth, pictures, etc.) on your application or attached documents.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, List of Eight (8) References

References Must Include the Following: Two (2) Supervisors, Two (2) Colleagues, Two (2) Faculty Leaders, Two (2) Direct Reports (including one (1) Classified support)