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Unique Strengths of College of the Canyons

College of the Canyons offers a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and student success are at the heart of everything we do. These strengths provide a solid foundation for the next Superintendent-President to lead with confidence, inspire positive change, and build on our well-established reputation for excellence.

Student-Centered Mission

Students are the top priority; every initiative is designed to help them achieve their goals.

Exceptional Employees

Dedicated and diverse faculty, staff and administrators prioritize student success.
Pride in our reputation and accomplishments fosters exceptional team spirit, and excitement for the college’s continued growth under positive, collaborative leadership.

Strong Sense of Community

A collaborative, family-like environment fosters collegiality, unity and mutual support.

Community and Industry Partnerships

Active engagement and collaboration with the broader community creates long-term partnerships.
Robust relationships with local employers strengthen workforce connections and lead to new program development that prepare students for career success.

Culture of Innovation

Widely recognized in the community and throughout the state for continually adapting to meet student and workforce needs.
Numerous regional, state, and national awards recognize our history of data-driven decision-making, creative problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Academic Excellence and Program Variety

Proven success as a transfer institution, consistently preparing students for seamless transitions to CSU, UC and private universities.
Diverse academic and career programs ensure students of all backgrounds can pursue their unique goals.

Fiscal Stability and Strategic Growth

Responsible financial stewardship creates foundation for long-term growth and development.
Consistent investments in facilities, technology, and programs position the college for continued success in expanding opportunities for students.

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Opportunities and Challenges

This position requires a seasoned leader who prioritizes fiscal stewardship, fosters a culture of transparency and collaboration, and guides the institution through technological and demographic changes while maintaining academic excellence. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrator colleagues to address these key challenges and opportunities over the next three to five years.

Budget & Fiscal Stability

Implement transparent and strategic financial planning to ensure long-term stability.
Maximize revenue available through the Student Centered Funding Formula.

Enrollment Challenges

Compete effectively with online and alternative education providers.
Develop strategies to attract and retain students.

Campus Morale & Culture

Rebuild trust and collaboration across all levels of the institution by creating a respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment.
Champion shared governance and collaborative decision-making.
Improve perceptions of the college among internal and external stakeholders.

Infrastructure & Operations

Support a collaborative strategic planning process to ensure the college’s campuses are future-ready environments designed and equipped to support student learning.
Identify and obtain funding for sustainable, ongoing facilities modernization and repair.
Recognize artificial intelligence as a transformational technology and explore opportunities for enhanced student learning instruction and operational efficiency.