Calumet College of St. Joseph Presidential Search Position ProspectusPresidential Search Calumet College of Saint Joseph (CCSJ) has launched the search for its next President. The College seeks an entrepreneurial, innovative, and mission -driven leader who understands the evolving landscape of higher education across the country and in the Midwest. The next president will need to thoughtfully leverage emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, as well as build and maintain strong community and institutional partnerships while sustaining and further strengthening its relationship -centered environment. There are many successes to build upon, and the Board of Trustees is unified, energized, and deeply committed to supporting the next President. The current state is one with a strong balance sheet, increasing student retention, healthy enrollment trends, ongoing investments in academics and facilities, and a caring, collaborative culture. There is a personal connection to students and their families and a shared sense of responsibility for their success. 2About Calumet College of St. Joseph Calumet College of St. Joseph, founded in 1951 by the Missionaries of the Precious Blood (C.PP .S.), is a vibrant private Catholic College located in Northwest Indiana, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It is the most affordable private college in Indiana and the most diverse college in Indiana. It serves students primarily from Indiana and Illinois but also students beyond the region as well as international students. CCSJ has historically been and continues to be a college of opportunity for first - generation students and non -traditional students. The College emphasizes social justice, service, and community. From small class sizes and mentorship to individualized attention and encouragement, the faculty and staff foster a student -centered environment of equity, diversity, and critical thinking. The President is administratively responsible for the educational quality of the College's academic programs and works closely with the faculty to help shape the curriculum and assess student outcomes. In recent years, the College has expanded its athletic and residential programs to include fourteen NAIA Athletic teams, as well as recent additions of on -campus and apartment -style housing. In addition, recent investments have been made in academic spaces, including library, lab, and classroom upgrades, and improved student -centered spaces. 3The College offers master's, bachelor’s, and associate's degrees to 596 undergraduates (traditional and degree completion) and 122 graduate students. The College also offers credit for prior learning and numerous accelerated academic programs. Blending a career -oriented curriculum with the values of a Catholic liberal arts education, CCSJ instills graduates with outstanding academic preparation, high ethical standards, and strong concepts of personal responsibility. Students graduate from CCSJ with an appreciation for the inherent dignity of all people, social justice, service, and lifelong learning. The College has a long history in teacher education, which has CAEP accreditation, and has developed and articulated a Center of Excellence in Education. In its degree completion and master’s programs, CCSJ has educated and developed law enforcement professionals for many decades, and more than 3,000 graduates have used their knowledge and abilities to create a positive impact in their communities. The College also enjoys longstanding partnerships with the Chicago Police Department, the Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, and the Suburban Illinois Law Enforcement Academy, and it offers credit for prior learning to law enforcement professionals as well as graduates of regional police academies. In 2024, the College was granted $15M from Lilly Endowment Inc. (LEI) as part of its Campus & Community Collaboration Initiative. Additionally, in 2023, the College went public with the Belonging & Becoming Capital Campaign. The campaign initially had a target of $7.5M, but surpassed that goal, reaching $21.3M. A portion of the Lilly and Department of Education grants ($9.6 of $15M) were related to campaign -specific needs. The total fundraising during the campaign period, including federal and Lilly grants for grant -specific initiatives/proposals totaled over $32M. The 5 -year campaign closes at the end of 2025 with a targeted fundraising effort continuing through 2026. In 2026, as it welcomes its new President, the College will also celebrate its 75th anniversary. Calumet College of St. Joseph is proud to be one of only a few private Hispanic -Serving Institutions in the state of Indiana and embraces its role of providing education for people from all walks of life. For more information about the College, visit www.ccsj.edu . 4Mission & Vision Mission Calumet College of St. Joseph is a Catholic institution of higher learning informed by the values of its founding religious community, the Missionaries of the Precious Blood (C.PP.S.). The mission of the College is to cultivate the academic, spiritual, and ethical development of our students by affirming the inherent dignity of all people, promoting social justice and an ethic of service, and providing opportunity and empowerment.Vision At Calumet College of St. Joseph, our vision is to be a vital and valued resource for the region and beyond, where students can be known, be successful, and belong. CCSJ’s 2026 Strategic Plan supports the institution’s vision to serve and strengthen its communities, both internal and external. 5Academics Undergraduate Majors and Concentrations Accounting (B.S./A.S./Second Degree) •Forensic Accounting Biomedical Science (B.S.) Business Management (B.S./A.S./Second Degree) •Digital Marketing •Entrepreneurship •Human Resource Management •Project Management •Sport Management •Supply Chain Management Business Management Fast Track (Accelerated, B.A.) •Digital Marketing •Entrepreneurship •Human Resource Management •Project Management •Sport Management •Supply Chain Management Criminal Justice (B.S./A.S) •Forensic Criminology •Probation, Parole, and Courts Digital and Studio Arts (B.A.) Elementary Education (B.S.) English & Media Communications (B.A.) Forensic Science (B.S.) General Studies (B.S.) Human Services (A.S.)Integrated Studies (B.S.) Kinesiology (B.S.) Life Sciences (B.S.) Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.) Neuroscience (B.S.) Psychology (A.S.) Psychology and Human Services (B.S.) Public Health (B.S.) Public Service Management (Accelerated, B.S.) Science (A.S.) Associate of Theology/Philosophy (courses support CCSJ Mission, no degree offered) Minors Accounting Business Management Creative Writing Criminal Justice Cybersecurity English and Media Communications Exercise and Sport Science Graphic Design History Human Services Mathematics Performing Arts Political Science Psychology 6Accelerated Academic Programs Calumet College of St. Joseph’s accelerated degree programs are aimed at mid -career professionals who have college credit, but who have not completed sufficient coursework to earn a bachelor’s degree. Students can earn baccalaureate degrees in Business Management Fast Track or Public Service Management. Graduate Degree Programs The College has six graduate programs: Master of Science in Exercise and Sport Science (EXSS), Master of Science in Management (MSM), Master of Arts in Psychology (MAP), Master of Public Administration (MPA), Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), and Master of Business Administration (MBA). The College’s master’s degree programs provide students with the skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to confront challenges associated with these disciplines as well as to promote positive change in their respective professions. Structured as accelerated degree programs targeted to adult learners, the College’s graduate programs remove the time and space barriers that often prevent working professionals from pursuing graduate level education. Consortium Partnerships Calumet College of St. Joseph partners with online course sharing consortiums. Each consortium works with regionally accredited institutions to provide online coursework; there is no additional cost to the CCSJ students. 7Instructional Facilities •Classroom and meeting spaces with appropriate instructional technology •The Specker Memorial Library, which maintains over 110,000 items in addition to online databases, complete reference services, and interlibrary loan services •The Bernard Gallery and Goodman Theater •Ceramics and sculpture labs•A Student Success Center staffed by faculty members •Four fully equipped science labs •Instructional computer labs and computer access in the Commons, the Library, the Tutoring Center, and designated open labs •Two media labs •A chapelCalumet College of St. Joseph delivers its academic programs at its campus in Whiting, Indiana. The campus is home to an academic building that can accommodate more than 1,500 students each semester and that includes the following academic areas: 8Student Life The student population of Calumet College of St. Joseph is a wonderfully diverse mix of people. Since 2000, CCSJ has been ranked among the Most Diverse in the Midwest by U.S. News and World Report . CCSJ’s student population is about one -third African -American, one -third Hispanic, and one-third Caucasian, with international students from 13 countries all contributing to the cultural fabric of CCSJ. But this diversity goes beyond ethnic background. Students come to know people of other backgrounds, faiths, and age as they earn their degrees. Clubs & Organizations Students have the opportunity to choose from a number of clubs and organizations in which to participate and develop leadership skills. They include: •Active Minds •Art Club •Black Student Union •Campus Ministry •EmpowHer Alliance •English and Creative Writing Club •Fraternities & Sororities (Alpha Kappa Alpha, Alpha Phi Omega, Delta Sigma Theta) •Future Educators of CCSJ •Los Amigos Club •NextGen Business Professionals •Psychology & Human Services •Science Club •Student GovernmentMusic: Vocal and Instrumental CCSJ's ensembles provide high -quality experiences in vocal and instrumental music, performing a wide repertoire of music in many different venues throughout the year. The objective at CCSJ is to make sure students have opportunities to continue making and enjoying music throughout their college experience. 9WaveTV WaveTV is Calumet College of St. Joseph’s dynamic, student -run broadcast news program, providing students hands -on experience in journalism, media production, and on -air reporting. Through a blend of campus news, local events, and engaging interviews, WaveTV keeps the CCSJ community informed and connected. Students work collaboratively to research stories, film, edit, and present content, developing skills in digital media and storytelling. With a focus on real -world experience and professional standards, WaveTV prepares students for careers in broadcast journalism, offering a creative platform to share the voices and perspectives of CCSJ’s student body.Athletics Calumet College of St. Joseph, home of the Crimson Wave, is a member of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). CCSJ is proud to be part of the NAIA Champions of Character program, which is designed to instill an understanding of character values in sports and provide practical tools for student -athletes, coaches, and parents to use in modeling exemplary character traits. The College has been named a Five Star Champions of Character School seven times. Athletics became a part of CCSJ in 1999. Today, the College fields men’s and women’s teams in soccer, basketball, cross country, volleyball, bowling, and football. They also field softball, baseball, and coed dance teams. Having 70% of traditional undergraduates engaged in athletics creates a campus community unlike most colleges of similar size. Athletics is not simply an extracurricular activity; it’s a defining aspect of student life at CCSJ. The College is committed to pairing academics with athletics, the arts, or student activities to engage and support students. 1011Residence Life University housing is an exciting element of the Calumet College of St. Joseph experience. CCSJ offers on -campus housing primarily through the Clark House Residence Hall with shared rooms and community living. For more independent living, students can choose The Illiana, a nearby off -campus residential building with suite -style units. Additional private apartments and rental housing near campus are also common options for students seeking off -campus living. The Clark House Residence Hall CCSJ has expanded student housing in recent years by opening its first -ever on - campus residence hall. The James and Colleen Clark House is a brand new 63 -bed, three -story residence hall on campus. Each floor has a common space, allowing ample room for studying and gathering. Rooms are double occupancy, with a large common bathroom and showers on each floor. The hall is designed for co -ed residences separated by floor and is a short walk to the main academic building and Rittenmeyer Athletic Center. The Illiana Off-campus living accommodations for students are offered at The Illiana, a condo development in the heart of downtown Whiting. Located minutes away from campus, The Illiana is perfectly positioned among area amenities. Residents will grow in independence while creating memories with friends at the beach, downtown Whiting, The Pavilion and more. The Illiana is the perfect space for upperclassmen. 12Organizational Structure Board of Trustees The Board of Trustees is responsible for the overall governance of Calumet College of St. Joseph. This includes: •The determination of the institution’s mission and the ongoing assessment of the College’s performance in relation to it; •The development, approval, and oversight of the institution’s strategic plan and all other decisions of strategic importance; •The selection of the President and the ongoing assessment of the President’s performance; •The approval of budgets and all key financial decisions pertaining to the institution; •The support of and assistance with all major fundraising goals; •The full representation of key stakeholders’ views, including the perspectives of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, alumni, and the community at large; and •The ongoing monitoring of the College’s academic programs and the various administrative and support structures that contribute to the achievement of the College’s mission. Office of the President The President works with the Board of Trustees to advance and achieve the mission of the College. This includes the College’s academic programs and all administrative and support structures. Four Vice Presidents assist the President in this task, assuming responsibilities for Academic Affairs & Enrollment; Business & Finance; Institutional Advancement; and Student Engagement & Retention. The Athletics Department reports directly to the President. Office of Provost The Provost is responsible for the College’s academic programs and enrollment. The Provost collaborates with faculty members in developing and assessing programs of study across academic fields and disciplines. The College’s academic programs are organized into six departments: Behavioral and Social Sciences, Biomedical and Health Sciences, Business Management, Education, Humanities, and Public Service and Criminal Justice. Academic Affairs also includes Academic Advising, Academic Support Programs, General Education, Institutional Research, and Library Services. The Provost also works with the Enrollment department to develop, implement, and coordinate services that support recruiting and enrolling students. 13Office of Business and Finance The Office of Business and Finance is responsible for the College’s accounting and budgeting functions and all business operations. It includes Accounting, the Business Office, Financial Aid, Human Resources, and Payroll Services. In addition, this vice -presidential area is also responsible for maintaining the comfort and utility of CCSJ’s buildings and developing and implementing the College’s technology plan. These responsibilities include Facilities, Food Services, Information Technology, the Mailroom and Help Desk, and Security. Office of Student Engagement and Retention The Office of Student Engagement and Retention coordinates services to support the academic and personal success of each student from admission through graduation. This includes Career Services, Academic Accommodations, the First -Year Experience Program, the International Student Liaison, Residence Life, Food Pantry, Counseling, and Student Activities.Office of Institutional Advancement The Office of Institutional Advancement is responsible for annual fund and major gift development, maintaining donor and alumni relations, grant development and management, marketing, communications, publication relations, and community engagement. Faculty Senate The Faculty Senate has primary responsibility for initiating, developing, and implementing the instructional program of the College, under the supervision of the Vice President of Academic Affairs and President of the College, subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees. The Faculty Senate formulates academic policy covering curriculum, admissions, graduation requirements, scholarships, teaching methods, examinations, and other academic matters. It also has central responsibility for academic planning. 14Calumet College of St. Joseph is nestled on the border of the cities of Hammond and Whiting, located in the northwest corner of Indiana, within walking distance to Lake Michigan and about a 20 -minute drive from Chicago. The area is thriving, with tremendous continual growth and change. Hammond is the fifth -largest city in the state of Indiana and was recently named the most populated city in Lake County. Hammond continues to build its economic base by adding new housing, recreational venues, businesses, and employment opportunities. Whiting is known as the “Little City by the Lake” and has also undergone recent revitalization through its Lakefront Development, city parks and bike trails, and new home development. The region also attracts visitors to its picturesque lakefront vacation communities and is home to the beautiful Indiana Dunes, a 20 -mile-long network of freshwater sand dunes that stretch across both Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. Because of the proximity to Chicago, the Hammond and Whiting area has seen a rise in homebuyers who realize their dollars go much further in Northwest Indiana than in Illinois. That proximity makes it easy for residents to drive or take the train into Chicago for their career, professional sports, concerts, shopping, or a visit to a museum, making it the best of both worlds.Location 15The Position Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the President is responsible for the overall operation of the College and successfully sustaining and advancing relationships with faculty, staff, students, trustees, alumni, and the community. The President serves as an enthusiastic spokesperson for the College, and CCSJ seeks a President who will further build the reputation of the institution, facilitate student recruitment, develop and nurture an experienced and talented administrative team, and strengthen and increase fundraising and financial stability. The President engages the entire community in reflecting, visioning, and planning for the future of the institution. The new President will have the opportunity to develop a vision for the College that builds on its ongoing success, develop institutional strategic priorities and institutional goals, and enhance CCSJ's integration with the communities in Northwest Indiana and Northeast Illinois. Salary: $240,000 -$265,000 16Qualifications The new President will be a visionary and an articulate communicator with a passion for higher education and a commitment to the philosophy, values, and mission of CCSJ. The Search Committee and Board of Trustees at CCSJ will be considering and giving preference to the following qualifications and skills: •Senior leadership skills and experiences grounded in collegiality, collaboration, adaptability, and transparency; •An uncompromising drive for excellence and delivering high -impact results; •Student -centric approach and mindset; •Experience in the development and implementation of inclusive strategic planning; •Experience with or excitement for fundraising and friend -raising efforts to secure revenue streams for the College; •Demonstrated business acumen and financial management; •Experience with the implementation of innovative practices to ensure competitive academic rigor and sustainable student enrollment; •Ability to serve as the public face of the institution and to represent CCSJ to the Church, constituents, and the community -at-large; •Ability to listen and learn; •History of strong and effective communication across constituent groups on and off campus; •Experience working collaboratively with faculty; •Commitment, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor; •A doctoral degree is preferred; an advanced degree with exemplary leadership experience and demonstrated outcomes may be considered. The ideal candidate will either be a practicing member of the Roman Catholic faith or be able to articulate and demonstrate an alignment with CCSJ’s culture and mission. 17Candidates should submit only a cover letter and resume to RPA Inc. at CCSJpresident@rpainc.org . For a confidential discussion, contact Kira Heath, Search Manager; Isaac Karaffa, Vice President and Senior Consultant; or Dana John Cohick, President, at the email address above. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Calumet College of Saint Joseph provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to student services or employment practices based on race or color , religion, national origin, disabilities with physical or mental limitations, medical and genetic conditions, marital status, sex or sexual orientation, age, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.Applications 18
