About Job

Open until July 31, 2025

General Description

The Wyoming Community College Commission is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Executive Director to lead the state’s community college system. This role is a rare opportunity to influence the future of post-secondary education across Wyoming and make a lasting impact on students, institutions, and communities statewide.

As Executive Director, you will provide visionary leadership to the Commission and work closely with state leaders, college presidents, and policymakers to shape and implement higher education strategies that drive innovation, expand access, and meet Wyoming’s evolving workforce and economic development needs. You will serve as the Commission’s chief executive, ensuring effective operations, sound fiscal management, and compliance with all statutory responsibilities.

This position requires a leader with a strong commitment to collaboration, excellence in public service, and the ability to navigate complex policy environments while building consensus among diverse stakeholders.

Human Resources Contact: Serenity Moffett / 307-777-6243 /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

Leads the development and presentation of the Commission’s biennial budget, oversees agency finances, and ensures accurate application of the community college funding formula.
Provides strategic counsel to Commissioners, staff, and college leadership, recommending policies and operational strategies that align with state laws, regulations, and the evolving needs of Wyoming’s higher education landscape.
Implements and executes policies adopted by the Commission, translating strategic decisions into effective action.
Builds and sustains collaborative relationships with college presidents and trustees; chairs the Executive Council and serves as Wyoming’s Higher Education Executive Officer, ex-officio member of the State Board of Education, and the University of Wyoming Board of Trustees.
Oversees implementation and evaluation of key plans, including the Wyoming Community Colleges Strategic Plan, the Commission’s Strategic Plan, and the state’s Post-secondary Educational Attainment 5- and 10-Year Strategic Plans.

PREFERENCES:

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Leadership, or a closely related field
Experience working in a state-level higher education system
Background in community colleges and/or statewide community college governance
Demonstrated success engaging with legislators, public officials, industry leaders, and other key stakeholders
Active participation in national higher education associations or policy forums
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three references

KNOWLEDGE:

Demonstrated ability to lead complex organizations with vision, strategic foresight, and operational discipline
Strong communication skills, including public speaking, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy
Expertise in long-term planning, budget oversight, and performance measurement
Talent for building collaborative relationships and fostering alignment across institutions and agencies
Ability to assess and enhance team performance, drive organizational outcomes, and lead through change
High level of personal initiative, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities
Proven capacity to influence and inform decision-making among legislators, partner agencies, and education boards
Commitment to equity, innovation, and continuous improvement in public higher education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This is a typical office environment
Travel is required

NOTES:

FLSA: Exempt

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Compensation details: 63.2-84.26 Hourly Wage