Executive Recruiter – College President Search

AlphaHire

. Translate the institution’s priorities into a clear candidate profile and search strategy.

Posted 10/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $129,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading executive searches within higher education, with a strong focus on candidate assessment, stakeholder communication, and maintaining organized search processes. Proven ability to engage with senior leaders and advise governing boards effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Higher Education Executive Search ExperienceCandidate Assessment SkillsClient Communication SkillsNetwork Within Higher Education LeadershipAdvising Governing Boards

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Soft Skills

Strong Candidate OutreachAbility to Manage Sensitive InformationCompeting Stakeholder Prioritization

Industry Keywords

Search Committee CoordinationCandidate InterviewsLeadership Experience AssessmentInstitutional Fit EvaluationOrganized Search Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate the institution’s priorities into a clear candidate profile and search strategy.
Identify and engage sitting presidents, provosts, and other qualified senior leaders.
Conduct candidate interviews and assess leadership experience, institutional fit, and readiness.
Present qualified candidates with clear summaries of their strengths and relevant experience.
Coordinate search committee meetings, candidate interviews, and finalist activities.
Manage candidate communication, references, and offer coordination through completion.
Maintain an organized search process with clear milestones and regular client updates.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading college or university president searches, or closely comparable higher education executive searches.
An established network within higher education leadership.
Experience advising governing boards and search committees.
Strong candidate assessment, outreach, and client communication skills.
Ability to manage sensitive information and competing stakeholder priorities.