The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks an innovative and visionary new leader with proven skills and passion to serve as its next president. CCD is a public, open-access institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, and service to its diverse community.
CCD is a vital access point for higher education in the Denver metro area, helping students achieve their educational goals and strengthening the region’s workforce and communities. CCD’s unique location in the heart of downtown Denver offers unparalleled opportunities for partnerships and engagement. The next president will address the college’s opportunities with the same adaptability, creativity, innovation, enthusiasm, and commitment to equity and access that characterize CCD. The ideal candidate will bring a deep appreciation for the transformative impact of community colleges and excel at conveying their importance to varied constituencies. While higher education leadership is not required, candidates must possess an earned master’s degree and demonstrate success leading complex organizations.
CCD is part of the 13-institution Colorado Community College System (CCCS), governed by an 11-member board made up of Governor appointees. Founded in 1967, CCD serves more than 8,000 students annually in academic and career-focused programs that prepare learners for success in Colorado’s dynamic economy. The President reports to the CCCS Chancellor with the autonomy to manage their own institution and the benefit of collaboratively working within a system. They are the face of and provide leadership for the college, by establishing strategies and measurable goals to increase enrollment and ensure equity in student access and success at the college. The president ensures the efficient and effective use of all the college’s resources, safeguards its assets, maintains appropriate internal controls and ensures the quality and integrity of all financial or non-financial reporting and disclosures.
Reporting to the Chancellor of the Colorado Community College System, the president will collaborate with system and campus leaders to advance CCD’s strategic plan, steward financial resources, forge and strengthen partnerships, and advocate for students in support of the college’s mission.
A complete Position Profile with additional information about the College and the responsibilities of the position will be coming soon.
For full consideration, applications should be received by January 26, 2026.
Candidates should provide the following:
Applications should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal at: President - Community College of Denver. Applicants are encouraged to keep their materials to no more than 10 pages.
Nominations and expressions of interest may be submitted to: CCDpresident@agbsearch.com
AGB Search is assisting with this search. Nominators and prospective applicants may contact the search consultants for additional information:
Rod McDavis, Ph.D. - CEO and Managing Principal
rod.mcdavis@agbsearch.com
Laura Woodworth-Ney, Ph.D. - Principal
laura.woodworth-ney@agbsearch.com
Position Salary and Benefits:
Presidents of colleges within the Colorado Community College System are provided with comprehensive health and life insurance, generous leave and strong retirement plan options. The anticipated salary range for this position is $215,000 - $250,000. Final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and applicable internal equity.
CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. CCD is an equal opportunity employer and is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment.
