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The next president will be a bold, innovative, optimistic leader with a successful career arc.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The next leader should have the capacity to lead an alternative educational institution toward academic excellence and student success, while upholding social justice, diversity, equity, environmental stewardship, and service in the public interest.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The next leader should bring a distinguished record of professional achievement as well as the ability to connect with a diverse network of constituencies, with a view towards enhancing a common vision for the institution\u2019s future.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The next leader should have an inspiring and engaging communication style, someone who communicates and listens in ways that foster strong relationships, develop shared priorities, and inspire trust and action.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The next leader should also have a demonstrated ability to provide executive leadership for an institution of Evergreen\u2019s size.<\/p>\n
\u2022 A terminal degree is preferred but not required.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Here are some important additional qualifications and talents Evergreen seeks in its next president: <\/strong><\/p>\n Visioning, Strategy, and Innovation<\/p>\n \u2022 An understanding of how to improve student enrollment and retention, and promote creative new approaches to meet these challenges<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to lead at a time of transition in higher education, to embrace and work through change, and to guide and develop meaning from complex and charged discussions<\/p>\n \u2022 An understanding of higher education\u2019s current circumstances, trends, and innovations<\/p>\n \u2022 Respect for the strong liberal arts and sciences tradition of the College and the ability to shape the future by learning from the past<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to develop and advance a comprehensive vision, based on deep understanding of Evergreen and engaging all of its components, including the Tacoma campus, graduate programs, the Native Pathways Program, the Indigenous Arts Campus, and public service centers<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Racial and Social Justice <\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 A commitment to academic freedom and an appreciation for the value brought by diverse perspectives which strengthen the College as a whole<\/p>\n \u2022 Experience building strong relationships with marginalized communities in the hiring and retention of diverse faculty and staff<\/p>\n \u2022 An understanding and belief in the value of diversity and inclusion, and the importance of having students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds where diverse views are encouraged in a reasoned search for truth and mutual understanding<\/p>\n \u2022 Core values and a leadership style that aligns with Evergreen\u2019s culture of inclusion<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to devise, articulate, and promote goals for a campus climate that is inclusive, affirming, supportive, and acknowledging of the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in institutional effectiveness<\/p>\n \u2022 Demonstrated and extensive experience working with diverse populations, particularly those historically underserved by higher education<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Collaborative Leadership and Community Building <\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 A record of being supportive of all who work in their institution<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to provide opportunities for professional development in teaching and research within a culture characterized by intellectual curiosity and academic freedom<\/p>\n \u2022 Knowledge of Indigenous peoples and tribal nations, including the ability to communicate and relate to a broad range of tribal organizations and members<\/p>\n \u2022 A clear understanding of and commitment to shared governance with students, faculty and staff<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to build consensus, collaboration, and cooperation, including experience with constructive labor relations and collective bargaining<\/p>\n \u2022 Experience working productively with external stakeholders, including alumni, community leaders, and local, state, tribal, and federal governments, with an emphasis on building sustained relationships with the governor, legislators, and other state government officials<\/p>\n \u2022 Successful experience building broad coalitions among elected leaders<\/p>\n \u2022 A desire to work with all internal and external constituents at Evergreen to ensure the continued safety of the community through the COVID-19 era and its aftermath<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to ensure a quality work environment for staff, including providing professional development opportunities, and encouraging the inclusion of staff voices in campus dialogue and decision-making processes<\/p>\n \u2022 The ability to empower student voices and strengthen their input in College governance, curriculum development, and other decisions<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Applicants should address to the presidential search committee:<\/p>\n \u2022 a reflective letter of interest discussing how your background meets the desirable qualifications and prepares you to address the challenges and opportunities;<\/p>\n \u2022 a current resume; and<\/p>\n \u2022 the names and current contact information for at least five professional references including supervisors, direct reports, and peers. References will be called at a later stage in the search and will not be contacted without prior release from candidates.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Letters of nomination are welcome but not required.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Required materials should be submitted by visiting www.karrasconsulting.net and clicking on \u201cview open positions.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n Applications received by February 19th, 2021 are ensured full consideration. The search will remain open until filled.<\/p>\n The presidential search committee expects to conduct interviews in late March 2021. The board of trustees hopes to conclude an appointment by the end of April 2021.<\/p>\n The successful candidate is expected to assume office during the summer of 2021. Some flexibility on the start date is possible.<\/p>\n The board of trustees and presidential search committee are assisted by Karras Consulting. For confidential inquiries please contact:<\/p>\n Marissa Karras: marissa@karrasconsulting.net<\/a> Phone: 360-956-1336<\/p>\nAPPLICATION PROCESS<\/h3>\n