Lorain County Community College (LCCC), a nationally recognized leader in student success, workforce innovation, and economic mobility, invites applications for the position of Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Advancement. This cabinet-level executive will play a pivotal role in advancing THRIVE 2035, the College’s new bold strategic vision, and will help shape the next decade of institutional innovation and regional impact.
Successful candidates will possess:
- Bachelor’s degree is required from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant field. A master’s degree is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive senior-level administrative leadership experience in community college (preferred) setting or within related sectors.
- Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, with a collaborative and shared governance mindset.
- Experience advancing workforce and economic development strategies in partnership with industry, community, and government entities.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing government relations, public funding campaign strategies and institutional messaging aligned with public good.
- A record of securing and managing external resources through grants, philanthropy, and strategic partnerships.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to serve as a compelling and credible public spokesperson.
- Skills in long-range planning, data-informed decision-making, performance measurement, and continuous improvement.
- A deep commitment to mission-driven work and community impact.
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