The Board of Regents of Galveston College is pleased to invite applications and nominations for a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Ninth President of Galveston College. After Dr. W. Myles Shelton's successful 19-year tenure as President of Galveston College and a career in Texas community colleges that has spanned five decades, Dr. Shelton has announced his retirement. The new President of Galveston College will honor the culture, traditions, and history of the College and provide vision and leadership in taking the College into the future and to its next level of achievement. Galveston College Profile: Galveston College delivers high-quality academic programs, technical and professional education programs, continuing education, and community services programming to Galveston Island and the surrounding region. The College enrolled approximately 2,717 credit students in the fall of 2025 and serves nearly 6,000 individuals annually through continuing education and workforce training programs. With a dedicated full-time faculty and staff of 172 and 46 adjunct instructors, Galveston College is a progressive, student-focused institution known for strong business and community partnerships. The College has earned recognition for excellence in health sciences, workforce training, and innovative academic and student support. Through the Universal Access program, the College provides tuition-free education for Galveston Island high school graduates. With strong fundraising efforts, the College continues to expand educational opportunities and academic and student support services focused on successful student outcomes. In its 58th year, the College remains fiscally sound and a vital force for local growth and prosperity. Required Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience 1. Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution strongly preferred. 2. 3-5 years of senior-level administrative experience at the collegiate level. 3. Community college classroom teaching experience strongly preferred. How to Apply - Submission Process This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be received no later than February 6, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. To apply, and for additional information go to the link: https://acctsearches.org/president-galveston-college-tx/ and upload your documents. 2 Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application: 1. A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the opportunities and challenges identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate’s experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the President of Galveston College. 2. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number. 3. A list of eight references: example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions. Include name, email address, and telephone number For additional information, nominations or confidential inquiries, please contact: • Susan Moore-Fontenot, ACCT Search Consultant, smfontenot@gmail.com or (832) 597-4951 (mobile) or • Bill Holda, Ed.D., ACCT Search Consultant, wmholda@gmail.com or (903) 987-3332 (mobile)The Board of Regents of Galveston College is pleased to invite applications and nominations for a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as the Ninth President of Galveston College. After Dr. W. Myles Shelton's successful 19-year tenure as President of Galveston College and a career in Texas community colleges that has spanned five decades, Dr. Shelton has announced his retirement. The new President of Galveston College will honor the culture, traditions, and history of the College and provide vision and leadership in taking the College into the future and to its next level of achievement. Galveston College Profile: Galveston College delivers high-quality academic programs, technical and professional education programs, continuing education, and community services programming to Galveston Island and the surrounding region. The College enrolled approximately 2,717 credit students in the fall of 2025 and serves nearly 6,000 individuals annually through continuing education and workforce training programs. With a dedicated full-time faculty and staff of 172 and 46 adjunct instructors, Galveston College is a progressive, student-focused institution known for strong business and community partnerships. The College has earned recognition for excellence in health sciences, workforce training, and innovative academic and student support. Through the Universal Access program, the College provides tuition-free education for Galveston Island high school graduates. With strong fundraising efforts, the College continues to expand educational opportunities and academic and student support services focused on successful student outcomes. In its 58th year, the College remains fiscally sound and a vital force for local growth and prosperity. Required Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience 1. Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution strongly preferred. 2. 3-5 years of senior-level administrative experience at the collegiate level. 3. Community college classroom teaching experience strongly preferred. How to Apply - Submission Process This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be received no later than February 6, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. To apply, and for additional information go to the link: https://acctsearches.org/president-galveston-college-tx/ and upload your documents. 2 Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application: 1. A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the opportunities and challenges identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate’s experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the President of Galveston College. 2. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number. 3. A list of eight references: example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions. Include name, email address, and telephone number For additional information, nominations or confidential inquiries, please contact: • Susan Moore-Fontenot, ACCT Search Consultant, smfontenot@gmail.com or (832) 597-4951 (mobile) or • Bill Holda, Ed.D., ACCT Search Consultant, wmholda@gmail.com or (903) 987-3332 (mobile)