Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Communications and Marketing

Position Type: Administrative

Department: External Affairs, Communications, and Advancement

FLSA: Exempt

Union/Non Union: Non Union

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description Summary:

The College

Prince George’s Community College ( PGCC ) is the region’s premier center for dynamic teaching and learning, strategic partnerships, and community engagement that advances knowledge, economic equity, and lifelong personal development. Prince George’s Community College provides high-quality, transformative learning experiences that enrich lives and empower students to earn credentials leading to personal development, professional advancement, and economic prosperity.

Prince George’s Community College ( PGCC ) opened its doors in 1958. For the first 10 years, the College offered classes at Suitland High School for those interested in earning a college degree or advancing their career. Today, PGCC offers more than 200 academic and career training programs, new buildings with cutting-edge technology on the 150-acre Largo campus, and five off-campus learning sites that make classes more accessible to students across the county.

Nearly 25,000 students each year enroll at PGCC . Students are set on a clear path to achieving their goals and dreams. The PGCC faculty and staff provide encouragement and support. Student success is the highest priority at PGCC . The College serves all who seek a degree, want to boost their career, or want to learn new skills. Your success through the transformative power of education is a big part of the PGCC mission.

PGCC aligns its programs and resources with student and community needs. This is part of the College’s mission to enhance the region’s economic vitality. The College prepares students to be competent and skilled members of the workforce. Prince George’s Community College also prepares students to contribute their time and talents to the community in meaningful ways. These efforts strengthen the foundation of the College and boost the economy.

Strategic Goals

Strategic goals are intended to focus the institution in a manner that will facilitate its ability to leverage strengths and resources that best serve its mission for the period defined by this strategic plan.

Prince George’s Community College will focus on:

• Enhancing equitable access and value for enrolling at PGCC

• Optimizing pathways to graduation, transfer, or entering the workforce

• Ensuring learning and achievement through high-impact educational practices

• Reimagining workforce innovations and partnerships

The Opportunity

Position

Vice President, Institutional Advancement, Communications, and Marketing

Location:

Largo, MD

Reporting Relationship:

President

Purpose of the Position

The VP for Institutional Advancement, Communications, and Marketing oversees the Communications Department, including public relations, creative design, PGCC TV, and social media, as well as marketing and institutional advancement. This position is responsible for building internal momentum and developing Prince George’s Community College’s plan for sustainability. The VP partners with staff, faculty, and executive leadership to address gaps, trends, and opportunities for enhanced services. Overall, the VP partners with internal and external constituents to strengthen the College’s philanthropic support, communications, marketing presence, community engagement, and long-term institutional sustainability. Serves as a strategic advisor and key aide to the President and executive leadership team and will direct, coordinate and facilitate the implementation and management of key strategic initiatives that advance institutional advancement, communications, marketing, and external partnerships.

Please refer to the Special Instructions to Applicants section for information on where to express your interest in the position and where to submit your documents. This site will not accept applications.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in a related field required

• Minimum of ten (10) years of full-time experience in the professional area of higher education.

• Must have at least five (5) years of experience supervising personnel and administering programs directly related to the professional area.

• Doctorate degree preferred

Job Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds may be required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George’s Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Equity, Culture, and Talent ( ECT ) department.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The targeted salary range for this role is $160-180k and will be commensurate with experience. In addition to a competitive salary, PGCC offers a comprehensive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

Korn Ferry, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. To express interest in this position, please click the link or type the following address in your web browser: https://jobs.candidate.kornferry.com/go/ext/ZNCXB4/242 to submit your materials. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.