Community College of Denver (CCD) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President of Strategy & Institutional Advancement (VPSIA). CCD seeks an accomplished and dynamic professional with proven leadership ability to serve as the next VPSIA and help guide the College’s institutional effectiveness, advancement, and marketing programs through its next phase of development. The VP is a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team and reports directly to the President.
The next VPSIA is required to possess an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, a master’s degree is preferred. They should also have successful development experience with increasing responsibilities in an academic setting or for a nonprofit organization as well as a proven record of working with major donors on large gifts. The VPSIA will also have demonstrated public relations and marketing skills along with experience working with state and local legislative delegations.
Founded in 1967, CCD is a vibrant community that prepares students for academic and life success. CCD promotes excellence in teaching, learning, and service to a diverse community of learners and enrolls more than 12,000 students annually. In 1975, the College moved to its current 150-acre Auraria Higher Education Center campus in downtown Denver. Situated along the west bank of Cherry Creek, CCD is also the only community college in the nation to share a campus with two four-year universities - Metropolitan State University of Denver and the University of Colorado - Denver. Together, the three institutions share classroom facilities, a fully accessible health center, a regional library, recreational facilities, a performing arts center, and a student union.
Salary range: $120-150k
A complete Leadership Profile with additional information may be found above.
AGB Search is pleased to assist the Community College of Denver with this leadership search. To apply for the Vice President of Strategy and Institutional Advancement position, candidates are requested to submit the following in PDF format:
For best consideration, applications should be submitted by June 13, 2025, to the AGB Search portal at Vice President of Strategy and Institutional Advancement. The search will remain open until an appointment is made.
Nominations and expressions of interest in the Vice President of Strategy and Institutional Advancement position are encouraged. Please direct them to CCDenverVPStrategy@agbsearch.com or the AGB Search consultants listed below:
Laura Woodworth-Ney, Ph.D.
Principal
laura.woodworth-ney@agbsearch.com
Andrew Bowen, MA
Executive Search Consultant
andrew.bowen@agbsearch.com
Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff of diverse backgrounds.
