Policy Number: 3.100
Background/History
This policy outlines the procedures for selecting the President of National Park College (NPC) to ensure a transparent, inclusive, and rigorous process to appoint a qualified leader who aligns with the College’s mission and values.
Authority
The NPC Board of Trustees (Board) is sovereign and is the authorized decision-making body responsible for the selection of the College President. The Trustees direct the search and make the final selection.
POLICY STATEMENT
When a presidential vacancy occurs, the Board shall determine whether to fill the position through reassignment or a formal search process.
The Board may elect to appoint a Presidential Transition Team, whose main purpose would be to assist the Board through the presidential selection process. A Board Member will be appointed by the Board Chair to serve on the team. Activities that may be assigned to the Presidential Transition Team include creating a position profile, conducting campus and community focus groups and recommending faculty, staff, and community members to serve on the President Search Committee.
The Board of Trustees may opt to engage a professional search firm to assist in recruiting a diverse pool of candidates. The firm would coordinate with the Board to identify qualified candidates and ensure compliance with state and federal hiring laws.
PROCEDURES/RELATED DOCUMENTS AND FORMS
The approved Presidential Transition Plan from the 2024 President search is available to serve as a guideline for future searches.