Presidential Search

Welcome to the BCTC Presidential Search webpage!
On behalf of the Board of Directors, the Search Committee, and the entire BCTC family, we sincerely appreciate your interest in the process and selection of the next president. Rest assured that our president will be committed to our core values. Everyone involved in this process and decision are keenly aware of the importance of continuing our student success initiatives, promoting employee development, and the partnership with state and local community leaders to ensure that BCTC’s role is integral to Central Kentucky’s economic development and growth. Please check back for search updates and opportunities for you to provide your input throughout this process.
Sincerely,
Ron L. Walker Jr., Chair
Selection Committee
BCTC has appointed an eighteen-member committee to assist in the search for the next president of BCTC. The committee includes five community leaders, representing key constituencies for the college and its large service area. The committee includes ten faculty and staff. They were selected from the thirty-nine, self-nominated employees; and the chosen ten represent various academic disciplines, staff areas, and campus sites. There are also two student representatives that have been selected to be on the committee. The BCTC Board of Directors Chair, Ron Walker, will chair the committee.
BCTC Representatives
Jacob Allen
Staff
Sarah Bond
Faculty
Allison Grzywacz
Staff
Jeff Herrin
Faculty
Colleen Merrill
Faculty
Peter M. Mottas
Faculty
Laura Parrish
Staff
Ollie Rashid
Faculty
Kauai Thurman
Staff
Dr. Erin Tipton
Staff
KCTCS Representative
Dr. Fernando Figueroa
Gateway Community & Technical College President/CEO
Community Representatives
Raymond Daniels
Lexington Community Member
Kim Menke
Georgetown Community Member
Jimmy Nash
Lexington Community Member
Matt Smith
Winchester Community Member
Chairman, Ron Walker
BCTC Board Chair
Lexington Community Member
Student Representatives
Tyea Alexander
BCTC SGA President
Armando Peñaloza
Latinx Student Community Vice President
For questions regarding the BCTC Presidential Search, please contact our Search Consultant or the BCTC Contact.
Search Consultant
BCTC Contact
Application Procedures
Apply online at the Pauly Group's website
Requirements
Please include the following items with your application.
- A cover letter that addresses the Required and Preferred Qualifications outlined on page 4 of the Position Profile.
- A current resume.
- A list of reference names and contact information.
Please direct all confidential inquiries and nominations to the College's search consultant.
Dr. Angela Provart
Pauly Group Inc., President
3901 Wood Duck Dr. Suite E
Springfield IL, 62711
Phone: (217) 241-5400
Fax: (217) 241-5401
aprovart@paulygroup.com
The committee will begin review of applications immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by Monday, October 23, 2023 receiving priority consideration. All applications are confidential and references will not be contacted without the expressed authorization of the applicant.
KCTCS is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. KCTCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities.