Executive Recruiter – College President Search

Posted 16hrs ago

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Executive Recruiter leading college president searches for AlphaGov. Defining leadership profiles, engaging senior higher-education candidates, and guiding search committees through finalist selection.

Responsibilities:

  • Translate the institution’s priorities into a clear candidate profile and search strategy.
  • Identify and engage sitting presidents, provosts, and other qualified senior leaders.
  • Conduct candidate interviews and assess leadership experience, institutional fit, and readiness.
  • Present qualified candidates with clear summaries of their strengths and relevant experience.
  • Coordinate search committee meetings, candidate interviews, and finalist activities.
  • Manage candidate communication, references, and offer coordination through completion.
  • Maintain an organized search process with clear milestones and regular client updates.

Requirements:

  • Experience leading college or university president searches, or closely comparable higher education executive searches.
  • An established network within higher education leadership.
  • Experience advising governing boards and search committees.
  • Strong candidate assessment, outreach, and client communication skills.
  • Ability to manage sensitive information and competing stakeholder priorities.