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Presidential Position Profile

The President of Ozarka College is a dynamic and visionary leader who drives the institution’s mission of delivering high-quality education and expanded services. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated record of successful program development and assessment, ensuring that all academic offerings are relevant and effective in meeting student and community needs.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree with an earned doctorate preferred.
  • Five years leadership experience in a senior administrative position or equivalent experience in business, government or non-profit organization.
  • Record of successful program development and assessment.
  • Knowledge of current major issues facing two-year colleges, both regionally and nationally.
  • Political astuteness and the ability to function effectively within the political environment of Arkansas.
  • Understanding of the use of technology application.
  • Successful experience in developing effective and successful alliances with various organizations devoted to the advancement and improvement of two-year colleges.
  • Record of successful administration of the academic, financial, student, and administrative operations, initiatives and outcomes to ensure that Ozarka attains the mandates of its mission.
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with administrators, faculty, staff, students, local community members, business and industry, state and local governmental agencies, and other educational institution.
  • Ability to innovate and a commitment to fulfill the institution’s mission of expanded services.
These qualities will help ensure that the next President of Ozarka College can effectively lead the institution, advance its mission, and support the academic and personal growth of its students and community.

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Mr. Scott Pinkston
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870.368.2016
spinkston@ozarka.edu
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DeEdra Steed
Director of HR
870.368.2002
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Ozarka College
P.O. Box 10
Melbourne, Ar 72556
870.368.2002
hr@ozarka.edu