President

The Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education invites nominations and applications for the position of President of the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI).

As the state’s only public community college, CCRI serves as the gateway to higher education and career pathways for thousands of students each year. The next President will lead a dynamic institution dedicated to student success, academic excellence, and workforce innovation. With a focus on improving outcomes, expanding partnerships, and strengthening institutional effectiveness, CCRI seeks a visionary and collaborative leader to build upon the college’s rich history and drive it toward an even brighter future.

Founded in 1964, CCRI offers 98 academic programs leading to an Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), Associate in Applied Science (AAS), Associate in Applied Science Technical Studies (AAS-TS), Associate in Fine Arts (AFA), diploma, or certificate across its four major campuses and two satellite campuses.

A complete leadership profile, along with additional information about the University, may be found above.

Nominations and Applications

To ensure full consideration by the Community College of Rhode Island – President Search Committee, applicants should apply by April 22, 2025. 

Candidates are requested to submit the following:

• A detailed letter of interest that addresses specifically how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications intersect CCRI’s qualifications and listed strategic priorities outlined in this profile;
• A curriculum vitae; and
• Five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers, including their relationship to the candidate. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the candidate.

All application materials should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal system at: Community College of Rhode Island - President.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to: CCRI-President@agbsearch.com.

Nominations and confidential inquiries should be directed to:

Fred Moore, J.D./MBA
Senior Executive Search Consultant
fred.moore@agbsearch.com / (712) 299-2544

Jeanne Jacobs, Ph.D.
Executive Search Consultant
jeanne.jacobs@agbsearch.com / (937) 470-9068

Non-Discrimination Policy

CCRI prohibits students, employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors (collectively, “community members”) from engaging in discrimination and harassment based on any individual’s race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected characteristic. This prohibition applies to CCRI’s educational programs and activities—including admissions—as well as all employment actions, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, and benefits. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to CCRI’s Title IX Coordinator at TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu.