College President

Presidential Profile

The District Board of Governors of Mohave College invites nominations and applications for the position of President.

About Mohave College

Mohave College is an institution with a 54-year legacy of serving the educational and workforce needs of western Arizona and the surrounding tri-state region. Formerly known as Mohave Community College, the institution recently rebranded to reflect its expanded mission and growing academic offerings, including the introduction of bachelor’s degrees beginning in Fall 2026.

Rooted in a commitment to accessibility and affordability, Mohave College offers more than 60 degree and certificate programs at an in-state tuition rate of less than $100 per credit hour. Students can gain valuable career-focused training in a wide range of health professions and skilled trades, build a strong academic foundation for transfer to four-year institutions, and benefit from customized non-credit programs and small business support services.

In recent years, the college has made bold investments in infrastructure and student engagement, spurred by the sunsetting 2020-2026 Strategic Plan, which focused on enrollment, academic program development, community partnerships, student’s success, and maximizing organizational capacity. It established the region’s first Advanced Manufacturing Training Center to meet the growing demand for skilled labor and launched its first on-campus housing to support student life and retention. Additionally, the introduction of NJCAA men’s and women’s soccer programs has enhanced campus spirit and community involvement.

The college has an unduplicated credit headcount of 6,200 student, 81% of which are part-time. Seventy percent of Mohave’s students are first-generation. The College also serves 2,000 non-credit students supporting lifelong learning, professional development, and regional economic growth. The College was designated a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in December 2022. At Mohave College, students are welcomed into a caring community where belonging is nurtured and rewarding relationships are built with dedicated faculty and staff who are committed to their success. Whether learning on campus or online, students benefit from personalized support services designed to meet them where they are.

Mohave College operates four campuses—in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City, and Colorado City—serving a geographically diverse student population from Arizona, as well as the bordering states of California, Nevada, and Utah. With a forward-looking Facilities Master Plan and a strategic focus on workforce development, academic excellence, and community engagement, Mohave College continues to evolve as a vital educational and economic engine for the region.

Mission

Mohave College serves our communities, empowering students to succeed through innovative pathways and quality education.

Role of the President

The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the college and reports directly to the five-member, elected Board of Trustees. The President has strategic and day-to-day operational responsibility for the College and is the face and the voice of Mohave College. The next President of Mohave College will be an inspirational, visible, transparent, bold, and visionary leader who, while respecting the rich history of Mohave College, is committed to building trust and leading the College in addressing the following opportunities and challenges :

Increase Enrollment and Advance Student Success

• Strengthen enrollment, retention, and completion through responsive operations, program alignment, and balanced affordability.
• Implement innovative recruitment and outreach strategies to appeal to a broader range of students, both credit and non-credit, and to demonstrate the value of post-secondary education.
• Provide students with academic advising, career counseling, tutoring, and mental health resources to promote well-being, certificate and degree completion, successful transfer to four-year institutions, and long-term professional growth.
• Remove barriers and promote student persistence by expanding access to financial aid, scholarships, childcare, evening classes, housing, and other resources.
• Create a supportive campus environment that empowers students, values nontraditional learners, and provides opportunities for engagement and connection.
• Advance the college’s mission by using education as a driving force of change to improve the lives of its students and communities.

Support College Growth, Academic Excellence, and Workforce Development

Enhance Shared Governance

Prioritize Sound Financial Management

Lead Mohave College Advocacy Efforts

Characteristics and Skill Sets of the President

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range : $250,000 to $280,000

Mohave College offers a competitive benefit package (https : / / employeebenefitgui.wixsite.com / mohavecc).

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How To Apply

This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than January 13, 2026. The position will remain open until it is 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 :

1. A letter of application (not to exceed five 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 Mohave College.

2. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number.

3. A list of eight references : example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and / or staff members from current and former institutions.

For additional information, nominations, or confidential inquiries please contact : Debbie DiThomas, Ed.D., ACCT Search Consultant, at ddithomas5@gmail.com or (951) 961-6533.