This survey is designed to gather valuable feedback from stakeholders regarding the characteristics and leadership qualities that are most important for the next chancellor of Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. Your input, along with insights from upcoming forums on the chancellor profile, will play a crucial role in shaping the leadership profile. This information will assist the Board of Trustees and the search committee as they begin the important task of selecting the next chancellor to guide the institution forward. Your participation is essential in ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive selection process.

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* 1. Governance and Leadership:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should recognize and champion the contributions of faculty, staff, students, administrators, alumni, and community members.
The next chancellor should be an exceptional communicator, a skilled listener, and a dynamic public speaker who understands the value of teamwork and delegation.
The next chancellor should be a consensus-builder who exercises sound judgment and adheres to the highest ethical standards.
The next chancellor should demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and belonging within the college community.
The next chancellor should have knowledge of interest-based bargaining in a multi-campus institution.
The next chancellor should demonstrate legislative acumen and effective advocacy at state and federal levels.
The next chancellor should have demonstrated leadership in creating structures supporting stakeholder engagement and shared governance practices.

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* 2. Student Learning and Success:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should be deeply committed to improving student outcomes by understanding strategies to help students overcome barriers and sustain efforts to reach educational goals.
The next chancellor should have experience with online education and other technology-based instruction to ensure quality and accessible education.
The next chancellor should be an advocate for underserved and first-generation students.
The next chancellor should enhance a learner-centered environment in an age of declining enrollment.
The next chancellor should have demonstrated experience with accreditation and student assessment.

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* 3. Finance and Planning:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should have knowledge of large and complex operating and capital budgets.
The next chancellor should demonstrate entrepreneurial fundraising experience with government agencies, corporations, philanthropic organizations, and foundations.
The next chancellor should have experience leading strategic planning including budget and resource alignment.
The next chancellor should be a data-driven decision-maker.
The next chancellor should have experience with strategic program evaluation and development.

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* 4. External Engagement:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should be skilled at developing relationships with other higher education entities, government agencies, social service providers and K-12 school districts.
The next chancellor should have experience building partnerships with business and industry across industry sectors.
The next chancellor should have a strong commitment to community involvement in communities across the district.

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* 5. Championing Innovation:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should rally and unify the college’s efforts to meet educational and workforce needs by investing in innovative approaches.
The next chancellor should demonstrate expertise in change management and conflict resolution.

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* 6. Culture:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should nurture institutional culture in support of the college’s mission, vision, core values and professional standards
The next chancellor should empower staff, faculty, and administrators while maintaining an accountability focus.
The next chancellor should understand the unique nature of the district and its governance model.
The next chancellor should understand and appreciate the diverse populations and campuses within the district and their needs.

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* 7. Enrollment and Retention:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should collaboratively create a vision to maximize enrollment balancing on-campus, online and high school concurrent.
The next chancellor should support the alignment of academic programming and processes across campuses while appreciating the unique needs of each college community.

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* 8. Personal Characteristics:

Please rank each statement based on how important you believe the characteristic is for the next college chancellor.

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The next chancellor should be an excellent communicator and listener.
The next chancellor should demonstrate integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness.
The next chancellor should be innovative, visionary, and curious.
The next chancellor should be transparent and approachable.
The next chancellor should demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and consensus-building skills.
The next chancellor should be a passionate student advocate.

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* 9. Please suggest any additional characteristics or modifications to the list above that you would recommend.

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* 10. What do you believe should be the top priority for the next chancellor in advancing the college's mission and growth?

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* 11. Any additional comments or suggestions:

Thank you for completing the Chancellor Profile Survey. Your feedback is appreciated and valued.

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* 12. Please indicate your role/relationship to the College

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