Superintendent/President

Santa Monica College invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for the position of Superintendent/President.

The Superintendent/President is the Chief Executive Officer of the Santa Monica Community College District and President of Santa Monica College. Responsibilities are carried out in keeping with the policies and expectations of the seven-member elected Board of Trustees and a Student Trustee, the California Community Colleges Board of Governors, and state law in a collegial manner.

Founded in 1929, Santa Monica College (SMC) is a two-year community college accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges. SMC is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Black-Serving Institution and is the leader in California’s 116 community colleges system in transfers to the University of California, serving over 26,000 students each semester and offering 200+ academic and career-preparation programs spread over 65 disciplines.

The most competitive candidates will have experience working in a diverse academic and socioeconomic educational environment; demonstrated commitment to equity-focused leadership, responsiveness, and sensitivity to every aspect of human diversity and active promotion of an inclusive educational and working environment; a minimum of a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent; and a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible senior administrative leadership experience in education, or comparable executive leadership experience, with a demonstrated record of effective organizational management, sound business and operational practices, and strong fiscal oversight. An earned doctorate or other terminal degree from an accredited institution is preferred.

Starting salary is $360,000 – $420,000. The District pays 100% of the medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee and eligible dependents; this may be subject to changes per the benefit plan year. A District-paid Life and AD&D Insurance covers the employee only. The total compensation package for the Superintendent/President is negotiable.

The full position profile can be found on the AGB Search Website. Additional information about the College may be found on the Santa Monica College website.

Nominations and Applications

The Search Consultants’ review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit early in the process. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration, applications should be received by July 22, 2026.

Application materials should be submitted in PDF format through the AGB Search portal at: Superintendent/President – Santa Monica College and must include the following:

• Letter of Interest: A letter (seven pages or less) addressing why they are interested in the position, how they meet the qualifications identified in the profile, and how they would address the major challenges and opportunities facing Santa Monica College identified in the profile;
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume: A current curriculum vitae or resume of professional experience, accomplishments, and educational background;
• References: The contact information for five professional references, including email address, phone number, and relationship to the candidate. No references will be contacted without prior explicit approval.