President Search

Search for the next President of Rose State College

We have begun the search to identify the next President of Rose State College. We are fully committed to conducting an equitable, inclusive, and transparent national search that will attract a strong and diverse pool of candidates from throughout Oklahoma, the region, and the nation.

The Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) has been selected to assist with the Presidential search process. ACCT’s assistance will include providing support with the development of the Presidential Profile, recruiting highly competitive candidates, and working extensively with the College and the Board of Regents. ACCT has conducted over 750 community college searches and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our process. ACCT’s mission is to strengthen community college governance through education and advocacy.

Applications and nominations for the position of President of Rose State College are currently being accepted until the position is filled.

The target date for applications is: February 21, 2025

If you have any questions or suggestions, or would like to make a confidential inquiry, please contact:

Sandy Caldwell, Ed.D., ACCT Search Consultant, at sjcaldwellok@gmail.com or (307) 389-4193

Students

Presidential Profile Development: Public Forums & Survey

We invite everyone to attend any one of the one-hour Public Forums on January 21, 2025. All the public forums will be held in the FNB Community Bank Ballroom in the RSC Student Union.

January 21 at 10 am in FNB Community Bank Ballroom in the RSC Student Union
January 21 at 12:30 pm in FNB Community Bank Ballroom in the RSC Student Union
January 21 at 4 pm in FNB Community Bank Ballroom in the RSC Student Union

Click Show More for more information and a link to the survey.

An important step in the Presidential search process is the development of a Presidential Profile. On January 21 we will host three (3) Public Forums to listen to your input, which will assist with the development of the Presidential Profile. The entire College community is invited and encouraged to participate in a discussion about the qualities, characteristics, and qualifications we are seeking in the next President of Rose State College, and the opportunities and challenges facing the College in the years to come. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about the Presidential search process. The discussions will be facilitated by Dr. Sandy Caldwell, ACCT Search Consultant.

Please share the forum information with those who have an interest in Rose State College and wish to attend. No RSVP is needed.

Survey

In addition to the Public Forum, we have developed a brief electronic survey that we hope you will complete if you are unable to attend one of the forums. The anonymous responses to the survey will also be used to inform the development of the draft Presidential Profile. The survey is available here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWRG3VP.

Please submit your survey feedback no later than 9:00 PM (CST) on January 21, 2025.

The Board’s Presidential Search Committee

The Board’s Presidential Search Committee will review the confidential applications, interview semifinalist candidates, and identify the final candidates to be forwarded to the Board of Regents for consideration. The Search Committee is comprised of the following members:

Brandon Clabes, Board of Regents and Search Committee Chairman
Laure Vaught Majors, Board of Regents
Bill Croak, Board of Regents Vice Chairman
Faculty, TBD (will join at the semi-finalist interview stage)
Student, TBD (will join at the semi-finalist interview stage)

Final Candidates

All final candidates will participate in open forums at Rose State College and the finalists will interview with the Board of Regents. We anticipate the open forums taking place in April 2025 and we will provide the dates, times, and location once they are confirmed. All employees, students, and community members will be invited to attend the open forums and complete feedback forums which will be reviewed as part of the deliberation process.

Recruitment

Our recruitment efforts will involve an open and thorough national search, seeking qualified candidates from all regions of the country. ACCT specializes in one-to-one recruitment of community college leaders. Additionally, to assist with this process, advertisements will be placed in the Chronicle of Higher Education and other major publications and websites.

Presidential Search Timeline*

January 21, 2025	ACCT facilitates a series of listening forums to solicit input for the development of a Draft Presidential Profile.
January 23, 2025	Regent’s Search Committee Training and Orientation: Committee receives, reviews, and edits the draft Presidential Profile. The Board of Regents to review, discuss, edit, and finalize the Profile.
January 24, 2025	Position is open and advertised. The Presidential Profile is posted on the College website and acctsearches.org. ACCT conducts targeted local, state-wide, and national one-to-one recruitment.
February 21, 2025	Target Date for Receipt of Applications. Position open until filled.
Early March 2025	Regent’s Search Committee Meeting: Discussion and selection of confidential semifinalist candidates.
Mid/Late March 2025	Regent’s Search Committee Meeting: Confidential interviews with semifinalists. Committee deliberates and selects finalists to forward to the Board of Regents for further consideration.
Week of April 7, 2025	Finalists interview with the Board of Regents, tour campuses, participate in open public forums, and meet with direct reports.
Week of April 21, 2025	Board of Regents announces the next President of Rose State College.
June 1, 2025	Start date for next President or as agreed upon by the President-elect and the Board of Regents.

*Timeline is subject to change

How to Apply:

This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than February 21, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

To apply go to http://www.acctsearches.org and upload your documents.

Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application:

A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the opportunities and challenges identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate’s experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the President of Rose State College.
A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number.
A list of eight references: ex. two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions.

Under federal law, Rose State College is required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States (See Eligibility to Work). Finalists for this position are subject to an OSBI background check and/or drug test.

Rose State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to: admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational programs, activities, or services. The person designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, including issues of noncompliance, is the Associate Vice President, Human Resources/Affirmative Action Officer, 6420 SE 15th Street, ADM Room 104, Midwest City, OK 73110, (405) 733-7979. Complaints and grievances will be handled in accordance with the College’s Grievance Procedures (PDF).

Supporting Document: Sec. 1-2. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (PDF)

About Rose State College:

Established in 1970, Rose State College is a public institution of higher education, fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as other program area and specialized accreditation. Rose State College was developed under the guidelines established by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education and has received full recognition by that body. This assures the transferability of credits from Rose State College to public colleges and universities within the state of Oklahoma. RSC is a public institution with open admission for a majority of degree programs. RSC serves students with over 60 in-person and online degree/certificate plans—offering Bachelor’s of Applied Technology, Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, and specialized certificates. RSC also has a robust athletics program providing student athletes with the opportunity to compete in intercollegiate sports in NJCAA Region II while pursuing their academic programs. Although physically located in eastern Oklahoma County, RSC has a widespread impact across the metropolitan Oklahoma City area and the state of Oklahoma. Located less than a mile from Tinker Air Force Base and 7 miles from downtown Oklahoma City RSC prides itself as a community educational and cultural asset while remaining focused on its students. The RSC campus is comprised of 25 buildings on 120 acres in Midwest City, Oklahoma and has a satellite campus located on Tinker Air Force Base.

The Rose State College Board of Regents, composed of seven members appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the State Senate, serve a seven-year term. The Board of Regents serves as the governing body for Rose State College. The Regents follow the objectives set out for community colleges by Oklahoma State Statutes and the functions assigned by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. The Rose State College Board of Regents direct the institution in achieving its mission and strategic goals, establish policies, ensure effective educational programming, and oversee the budget.

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