The Mid-State Technical College District Board invites applications for the position of College President. The President serves as the Chief Administrative Officer and reports to a nine-member appointed Board of Trustees.

College Profile

Mid-State Technical College (MSTC) is one of the Wisconsin Technical College System's 16 colleges and is a leading provider of higher education offering over 50 career opportunities through associate degrees, technical diplomas and certificates. Student-focused and community-based, MSTC serves a resident population of approximately 165,000 in central Wisconsin with campuses in Marshfield, Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids, and a learning center in Adams.

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association and committed to the Academic Quality Improvement Program, MSTC is a multi-campus, comprehensive, two-year technical college providing services to over 9,000 individuals annually:

• Nearly 6,000 degree-declared/program students.
• Over 3,000 students enroll in continuing education.
• 2,300 (FTE’s) full-time equivalent students.
• Approximately 230 full-time faculty and staff.

Programs of study are offered in agribusiness & urban forestry, business & information technology, electronics, health, manufacturing & process technology, protective & consumer services, renewable energy, and transportation technology. Most students come from the College’s service area in central Wisconsin.

Central Wisconsin is known for a high quality of life including a strong economic base, highly-rated schools, exceptional medical facilities, and extensive recreational activities and facilities. Mid-State Technical College is a leader in the development of the region’s workforce and economy.

Presidential Profile

Functioning as the Board’s Executive Officer, the President is responsible for all educational and educational supportive functions within the district. The President administers all policies established by the Board and delegates appropriate tasks and duties to other staff members employed by the District Board.

The following positions report to the President:  Vice President of Academic Affairs, Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Human Resources, Vice President of Student Affairs & Information Technology, Facilities Director, and the Executive Administrative Assistant. The President is responsible for coordinating the activities assigned to these positions.

• A doctorate from an accredited institution preferred, minimum of a master's degree with an emphasis in higher education, educational administration, or other appropriate discipline from an accredited institution required.

• Appropriate teaching experience and progressively responsible administrative experience required, preferably in community college or technical college.

• Meet and maintain Wisconsin Technical College System certification requirements.

• Must embrace MSTC's Core Values of student centeredness, commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service.

• An understanding of the comprehensive technical college mission and appreciation for the educational process at the community-technical college level.

• A participatory management philosophy involving faculty, other college personnel, and community members.

• Experience working with governing boards.

• A dedication to strategic planning, budget management, fiscal stability, and continuous quality improvement.

• Knowledge and experience in collective bargaining and contract administration.

• A commitment to excellence in all areas of curriculum and instruction, including trends related to distance learning, principles of a learning college, institutional accreditation, the school-to-work transition, and the assessment of student academic achievement.

• The ability to promote the College to leaders in agriculture, business, industry, government, the legislature, education, community groups, alumni, and students.

• A sensitivity and understanding of diverse groups in central Wisconsin, including traditional and non-traditional students.

• Demonstrated leadership in the uses of technology

• Must possess ability to:
  
  
  • Build trust by interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the College.
    
    
• Make decisions by identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

• Build a successful team by using appropriate methods and a flexible interpersonal style to help build a cohesive team; facilitating the completion of team goals.

• Plan and organize by establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

• Build partnerships by identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.

• Facilitate change by encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.

• Delegate responsibility by allocating decision-making authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate others to maximize the College’s and individuals’ effectiveness.

• Communicate with others by clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Comprehensive benefits package includes:  Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Wisconsin Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Account, Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, Business Leave, Professional Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program.

Application Procedure

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, application materials must be submitted by September 15, 2010.

The following application materials are required and are the only items that will be considered:

• Mid-State Technical College Employment Application (PDF) / Mid-State Technical College Employment Application (Word)
• Letter of Interest
• Resume
• Confidentiality Request Agreement

Mail application materials to:

Mid-State Technical College
Attn:  Richard O’Sullivan
500 32nd Street
Wisconsin Rapids, WI  54494

Applications may not be transmitted by fax or e-mail.
Inquiries about the position, the application process, or search process should be directed to Richard O’Sullivan, Vice President of Human Resources, at 715-422-5325 or richard.osullivan@mstc.edu.