Community College of Aurora
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About the College
CCA, founded in 1983, attracts a diverse population
The Community College of Aurora takes education
and ethnicities reflecting the surrounding
to a whole new level, combining solid theory with practical training. With this approach, CCA equips students with relevant learning for life that goes beyond the book. Students graduate from the college’s cutting-edge programs ready to move to the next step in their lives, whether they transfer to a four-year institution or begin a new career. Located in Aurora, Colorado’s third-largest city, CCA serves more than 425,000 residents in a 350 square-mile service area that spans portions of three counties (Arapahoe, Adams, and Denver). The service area includes Aurora, eastern Denver, some southern suburban communities, and part of the eastern plains. CCA’s two campuses, CentreTech and Lowry, are home to more than 14,000 students annually. Both facilities are equipped with the latest technologies, allowing students to study new and traditional programs.
of students of all ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, communities. In the last decade, CCA’s focus to serve the diverse population has resulted in double the number of students of color, student representation of five continents and more than 100 countries, and the provision of English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for both community and pre-collegiate programs. CCA has a vibrant veterans and military community, and the college is committed to helping students with a military connection reach their educational goals. A neighbor to Buckley Air Force Base, CCA nurtures an ongoing collaboration whereby military members, as well as their spouses and dependents, are offered educational opportunities at the college. CCA’s growing partnership with Aurora Public Schools and Cherry Creek Schools has exceeded expectations for concurrent enrollment. Students receive both high school and college credit for successful completion of core courses. This rigorous program not only increases college awareness but college participation. Classes are held on CCA’s campuses and in local high schools.
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Mission Statement
CCA and Accreditation
The Community College of Aurora provides lifelong educational
The Community College of Aurora is accredited by the
opportunities, prepares the current and future workforce, and
Commission of Institutions of Higher Education of the North
promotes excellence in teaching, learning and service to our
Central Association of Colleges and Schools. CCA has been
diverse community.
accredited by the HLC since 1988.
Vision
CCA participates in the HLC’s Program to Evaluate and Advance
The Community College of Aurora aspires to be the college of choice for the eastern metro region.
Values Respect, Collaboration, Quality, Access, Diversity, Inclusion
Strategic Goals • • • • •
Increase student retention, completion, and transfer rates. Continually improve student learning. Increase student enrollment. Strengthen human resources. Strengthen the college’s visibility and community relations.
Quality (PEAQ), one avenue for maintaining accreditation. CCA’s next peer review team visit is scheduled for April 2013.
CCA Expansion The CCA Foundation has launched a capital campaign titled “Transforming Lowry, Transforming Lives” to raise funds and provide resources for expansion and remodel of the facilities on the Lowry campus. Phase I was recently completed adding a beautiful student services center and a new entryway to the campus, which ensures accessible services for students and community at Lowry. Fundraising for Phase II is currently underway.
Signature Programs
Colorado Film School
CCA is small enough to get to know students, and big enough to offer numerous courses of
This year the CCA’s Colorado Film School (CFS) was named to list of “25 Best Film Schools in
study to meet educational goals. CCA signature programs include:
the World” by The Hollywood Reporter. CFS is on the list alongside prestigious institutions
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Nationally recognized Emergency Medical Service program
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American Bar Association approved Paralegal program
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Colorado Film School, ranked 25th best film school in the world
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Fast-Track Computer Science, Web Design, and Business programs
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Prominent Science programs lead to degree programs at the University of Colorado
such as the American Film Institute, University of Southern California, UCLA, Syracuse University, Columbia University, Stanford, and the Beijing Film Academy. The Colorado Film School has also been highlighted recently in International Cinematographers Guild (ICG) Magazine as one of the “superlative” film programs in the nation. Many students opt to take advantage of the School’s partnership with Regis University, in which they can seamlessly transfer to the four-year institution for a bachelor of fine arts degree.
Health Science Center on the Anschutz Campus
Center for Simulation
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Bioscience program meets growing demand in leading industry in Colorado
CCA’s Disaster Management Institute (DMI) of Colorado features a fully functional Emergency
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Innovative programs in remedial education
Opportunities of a Lifetime In June, five CCA students participated in a project designed to help NASA scientists to research the effects of long-term exposure to zero-gravity for astronauts and other living things. At NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the students flew on the KC-135 aircraft, which simulates flight in space.
Operations Center to train CCA students and working professionals alike to manage simulated disasters of all types and sizes. The Institute serves as a model for interagency collaboration, workforce training and development, and is key to CCA’s Center for Simulation and Public Service programs. The facility employs some of the most advanced technology available offering realistic environments to train first responders, on-scene commanders, and incident command teams.
Integrated Nursing Pathways CCA and the University of Colorado College of Nursing offer a unique, integrated pathway to earn a Bachelor of Science in nursing. Students earn an Associate of General Studies from Community College of Aurora within the program. The Integrated Nursing Pathway program provides outstanding preparation for professional nursing practice. Students admitted into the Integrated Nursing Pathway receive the best education from nationally recognized institutions. CCA is noted for innovative programs in science and for providing support services for its exceptionally diverse community. University of Colorado’s College of Nursing is ranked 15th among nearly 100 programs in the country.
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Established as the original permanent location of the Community College of Aurora, the CentreTech Campus is nestled in a welcoming, picturesque neighborhood on the east side of the Highline Canal in central Aurora. The CentreTech Campus has a small college campus environment and is home to many of the college’s general studies programs, such as history, English, mathematics, anthropology, psychology, teacher education, philosophy and sociology. The CentreTech campus is home to the college’s performing arts and theatre programs as well as the college’s Student Centre.
CentreTech Campus
16000 E. CentreTech Parkway Aurora, CO 80011-9036 303.360.4700
Once home of the United States Air Force Academy, CCA’s Lowry Campus is transforming the look and feel of the western boundary of “Original Aurora.” This dynamic campus houses truly cutting-edge facilities including the Colorado Film School and the Center for Simulation. Supporting nearly 45% of the total student population, the Lowry Campus is the primary location for the College’s lab sciences, health science programs, business and computer science programs, Aurora Language Center, and the School of Art and Media. At Lowry, the once bleak airplane hangars, officers’ quarters, and military buildings have been redeveloped into a thriving urban community and college campus.
Lowry Campus 710 Alton Way Denver, CO 80230 303.340.7093
About Aurora
Education flourishes in Aurora, with five school districts and eight
Once a budding frontier town of farmers and ranchers just east of
residents and those beyond the city limits.
the state’s capital, Aurora today is Colorado’s third largest city where people come together to experience recreational adventures, food
campuses of higher learning meeting the instructional needs of
For two years in a row, Aurora achieved national recognition from
of another culture, artistic interludes or just plain relaxation.
America’s Promise Alliance as one of “100 Best Communities for
Aurora is a strategically located hub for commerce and industry
people. The competition recognizes communities across the
on the eastern edge of the metro area. Interstates 70 and E-470 have evolved into significant business and industry magnets, with thousands of acres in business parks hosting major distribution
Young People” presented by ING for its initiatives to help young country that focus on reducing high school dropout rates and providing service and support to their youth.
centers for some of the country’s top companies.
At 151 square miles, the city reaches into Arapahoe, Adams
Only minutes away from Denver International Airport, the city
emphasizes the formation of livable, full-service neighborhoods.
is home to more than 10,400 businesses, and public and private sector employment amounts to roughly 101,000 people. Aurora is home to a vibrant business environment, including major industries such as aerospace, military, high-tech, biotechnology, healthcare,
and Douglas counties. Aurora’s strategic comprehensive plan
Tree-lined streets, open prairie, majestic views of the mountains and ample neighborhood parks make Aurora neighborhoods the ideal place to call home. Over 450 neighborhoods complete the
distribution and manufacturing.
fabric of the community.
With a highly educated workforce of whom more than 30 percent
Aurora’s climate is mild and dry, with more than 300 days of
are college graduates, the city attracts major companies such as Buckley Air Force Base, the University of Colorado Health
sunshine a year, offering residents and visitors ample opportunity to get outside, stay fit and enjoy all that Colorado living has to offer.
Sciences Center and Hospital, The Children’s Hospital, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, ADT Security Services, Lockheed Martin, Graebel Cos., Inc., and Kaiser Permanente. The Aurora Chamber of Commerce and the Aurora Economic Development Council provide
Source: 2004 - 2010 City of Aurora, Colorado
support for attracting such businesses and getting them involved in the community.
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Presidential Qualifications
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style that involves others in the decision-making process
The Community College of Aurora is seeking an innovative,
through shared governance, college-wide teamwork and
charismatic and inspirational leader capable of leading the college to new levels of excellence. CCA seeks: •
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An outgoing individual who possesses excellent interpersonal
with and with guidance from the faculty, will work to focus on and relevance in the curriculum and who will work to develop
and ongoing, straightforward forms of communication with
new programs and offerings to meet the needs of the
faculty, staff and students regarding important issues;
students and the workforce;
A leader who will embrace, actively participate in and be
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A student-centered leader who can help grow enrollments through creative marketing and retain students by ensuring
balancing the internal and external needs and priorities of
excellence in academics and building strong support services
the college;
and a dynamic campus life program;
A candidate who will embrace and be committed to the
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An individual with demonstrated knowledge of and experience with innovative academic and administrative
continuing to contribute to the expansion and growth of the
technology including social and digital media and
college by demonstrating vision and creativity;
distance learning;
A leader who celebrates and has a commitment to all aspects
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An experienced and highly capable financial manager who will lead the college with transparency, fiscal discipline, and accountability;
A person of the highest personal and professional integrity who is honest, fair and collaborative;
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A strong, experienced academic leader who, in collaboration the academic mission of the college by ensuring excellence
of diversity for students and staff; •
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skills; one who engages and creatively establishes regular
mission, vision and values of this community college, while
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consensus building;
skills and outstanding oral and written communication
involved with this dynamic, urban community, while carefully
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An inclusive leader with an approachable, collaborative, open
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A person who values and prioritizes professional development
A successful record of cultivating external relationships
for all employees, with proven experience in recruiting,
(friend raising), developing partnerships, soliciting donations,
developing, retaining, and motivating staff;
garnering resources, and obtaining external financial support (fundraising);
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A person who understands the economic climate in the
College President reports to and is under the supervision of
communities served by the college and uses this knowledge
the System President and is responsible for acting in accordance
to help the college become a stimulus for economic
with established policies, procedures and standards of CCCS, and
development by willingly and innovatively working with K-12
all applicable laws and regulations and executing all functions
and business and industry to help grow the local economy
and activities of the college, consistent with the Annual Plan for
and college enrollment through partnerships;
the College.
An innovative leader with the ability and confidence to
The College President provides leadership to College staff in
successfully manage the Community College of Aurora
order to achieve maximum performance and results. Establishes
under the supervision of the System President, who can work
strategies and specific measurable goals to increase enrollment,
collaboratively and constructively with the central system
attendance and persistence at the College by recent high school
office and the other colleges within the Colorado Community
graduates. Is involved with the local community to the extent
College System.
necessary to achieve the successful promotion of the image and
Required Qualifications
reputation of the College, and to ensure familiarity with local
Applicants must have the educational credentials and executive
the College to its students.
leadership experience necessary to earn the respect and trust of the academic and business communities. A master’s degree is the minimum qualification with advanced degrees highly preferred. Significant prior executive leadership responsibility and experience in an organization of similar size and complexity required.
Salary and Benefits Salary and benefits package is competitive and commensurate with education and experience.
Position Summary The College President is responsible for improving the quality
community resources that may improve the services provided by
The College President cooperates and interacts effectively with the System President, CCCS staff and the Board and exercises sound judgment in helping to develop and implement systemwide initiatives. Consistently and positively complies with CCCS standards, policies and procedures. Performs all other tasks as may be assigned from time to time by the Board or the System President or their respective designees to meet the needs of students, faculty and staff and the current operational needs of the College as they may change from time to time. A complete job description can be found at www.ccaurora.edu/presidential-search.
of life and the economic wellbeing of the Colorado citizens and communities by providing access to a quality learning environment and fostering student success.
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Position Summary Application Procedures To ensure full consideration in CCA’s presidential search, applicants must submit the following information:
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A cover letter describing qualifications and experience as they relate to the specific requirements of this position; A current resume; A copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (Official transcripts will be required upon hire); The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of a minimum of five professional references; The names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of all supervisors for whom you have worked during the past 10 years.
Materials should be submitted electronically to: jobs@cccs.edu Or items that need to be sent in hard copy format may be mailed to: Colorado Community College System c/o Cynthia Hier, Executive Director, Human Resources 9101 East Lowry Boulevard Denver, CO 80230-6011 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, it is anticipated an initial screening of applications will begin on approximately February 16, 2012. Confidential inquiries regarding the search may be made to Cynthia Hier by contacting her at 720-858-2791. Community College of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation or physical impairment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. For information regarding Community College of Aurora Security, including crime statistics for the campus and related property, please see the CCA website at www.ccaurora.edu/students/student-right-know. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request.
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