Presidential Search
The Board of Trustees of Mesalands Community College, accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, is conducting a nationwide search for a new president. The College seeks an experienced, dynamic, visionary, and enterprising leader, who will guide and set the stage for growth, stability, and service to a unique community college. Mesalands is located in a historic Route 66 community on the I-40 corridor with potential for continued success.
Mesalands Community College provides unique opportunities with immersive training complimented by its strategic location. The College is the authority on wind energy technology for the State of New Mexico boasting a wind turbine and housing a nacelle, on the ground, for hands-on training. The North American Wind Research and Training Center is a premier facility pushing the boundaries of renewable energy technology. The Paleontology program has produced a pristine world-renowned Dinosaur Museum, cultivating specimens from exclusive local dig sites.
Mesalands Community College houses one of the only Silversmithing programs in the nation. Home to the largest teaching foundry in the Southwest and the iconic Iron Pour, students learn metal casting in iron and bronze. Digital media and animation are amongst the advanced opportunities of the Fine Arts department. A recently established Nursing program boasts state-of-the-art equipment. Other unique program offerings include Farrier Science, E-sports as a member of the NJCAAE, and a nationally ranked Intercollegiate Rodeo Team competing in the Grand Canyon Conference of the NIRA. The College is fortunate to be led by a committed faculty and staff, producing high rates of student retention and success.
Mesalands Community College is situated in one of the most scenic and beautiful parts of eastern New Mexico. Tucumcari is nestled within farming and ranching communities at the crossroads of I-40 and U.S. 54. The enchanting ambience of Tucumcari is characterized by the scenic mesas, the high plains, and the legendary Tucumcari Mountain. History and legend ranging from the prehistoric dinosaurs which once roamed this region, to the legendary demise of the warrior Tocum and Princess Kari, accentuate the allure of The Land of Enchantment. Mesalands Community College is proud to be situated in an area full of history and legend, both of which provide opportunities for the College in its educational programs, as well as in its marketing.
The President must hold an earned Doctoral Degree in Educational Administration or a related field. The President must have adequate years of prior administrative experience at the Post-Secondary level.
Application and Nomination Process
Applicants must submit a current resume and cover letter. Review of applications will commence immediately. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than April 17, 2024. The position will remain open until filled. This is a confidential search process. Complete the application located here and upload required documents. Included in this submission should be a cover letter, CV or resume and a list of five references with one being a supervisor, one being a peer, and one being a direct report (References will not be contacted without your permission), unofficial copies of college transcript. More details on the application and nomination process are available here.
Nomination letters should include the contact information of the nominee. All nominations will be handled in strict confidence and should be sent to Mr. Richard Primrose at [email protected] or at the address below.
Questions regarding this process can be directed to:
Mr. Richard Primrose, Presidential Search Chair
Chair – Board of Trustees
Mesalands Community College
911 South Tenth Street
Tucumcari, New Mexico 88401 [email protected]