Job Details

CEO/Dean

Great Falls, MT

Great Falls College Montana State University has launched a national search to identify its next Dean/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) which serves as the highest-ranking executive for Great Falls College. Partnering with AGB Search, the College invites applications and nominations for this critical leadership position.

Established in 1969 as one of five vocational-technical centers in Montana, Great Falls College has evolved into a comprehensive two-year community and technical college within the Montana University System. Located in Great Falls, Montana's third-largest city, the College serves the educational and workforce development needs of north-central Montana. With approximately 1,670 students, more than 20 degree and certificate programs, an average class size of 14, and a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Great Falls College delivers accessible, affordable, high-quality education that transforms lives and strengthens communities.

A complete Leadership Profile with additional information may be found here.

Nominations and Applications

Application should be received by May 29, 2026, for full consideration. The committee will review application materials until the position is filled.

The application must include:

• a letter of interest


• current curriculum vitae/resumé


• contact information for five recent professional references

The above materials are to be submitted in PDF format through the AGB Search Portal here: Great Falls College CEO/Dean

All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held strictly confidential; references will not be contacted without the applicant's permission. Inquiries and nominations should be sent to greatfallsCEO@agbsearch.com or directed to:

Laura Woodworth-Ney, Ph.D.

Principal

laura.woodworth-ney@agbsearch.com

John E. Cech, Ph.D.

Principal

john.cech@agbsearch.com

Great Falls College is an equal-opportunity institution. We do not discriminate against any person in employment, personnel relations, admission, or services because of the person's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran per applicable federal, state and local laws. The College complies with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (P.L. 92-318), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (P.L. 101- 336).