EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF EARLY COLLEGE AND EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

Executive Director of Early College and Educational Partnerships

The Maine Community College System (MCCS) is looking for a full-time Executive Director of Early College and Educational Partnerships. This confidential senior management position provides system-wide leadership and strategy for secondary educational partnerships statewide; ensures consistency, quality and alignment across early college programs and activities at the colleges; promotes college access throughout the system; and acts as a resource and support for academics across the MCCS.

The Executive Director of Early College and Educational Partnerships is a confidential position pending classification. Depending on experience and qualifications the starting salary is expected to be in the vicinity of $100,000. MCCS offers a full suite of employee benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement savings, flexible savings accounts, employee assistance program, tuition waivers, 529 education plan MCCS matching grant and paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

This position is located in Maine, however, the specific site within the MCCS will be determined based on the location of the successful candidate.

The required minimum qualifications include a master’s degree with five years of extensive related experience. Advanced degree with relevant experience preferred.

The required knowledge, skills and abilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Five years’ experience in higher education
• Knowledge of college transition and career readiness practices and innovations
• Knowledge of best and innovative practices in academic and student support areas of higher education
• Technical acumen and ability to work with new technologies, including a student information system
• Excellent written, oral and visual presentation skills
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people in a changing environment
• Experience with managing budgets
• Proven ability to anticipate and solve problems effectively

To apply, please upload your cover letter, current resume/CV, including names and contact information for three professional references, and official transcripts when you complete the online application. Search will remain open until the position is filled.

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MCCS is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact the MCCS Affirmative Action Office (207)629-4000. TTY Dial Maine Relay 711.

Date Posted: October 16, 2026