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Presidential Search

Kilgore College is embarking on an exciting new chapter as we begin the search for our next president.

This leader will play a vital role in shaping the future of our institution, guiding our mission to serve students, strengthen our communities, and expand opportunities for growth and innovation. The search process is inclusive and transparent, with input from faculty, staff, students and community members to help ensure we find a president who reflects our values and vision.

Learn more about the Kilgore College presidential search and review the full presidential profile below.

KC PRESIDENTIAL PROFILE

This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than January 16, 2026. The position will remain open until it is filled.

To apply, visit http://www.acctsearches.org and upload your documents.

Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application:

  • A letter of application (not to exceed five 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 Kilgore College
  • A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number
  • A list of eight references: For example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions
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  • Amber Stewart, Staff Liaison to the Search Committee; Executive Assistant, HR & Office of the President
Members of the Board of Trustees
  • Joshua Edmonson, KC Board President & Search Committee Chair
  • Janice Bagley, KC Trustee
  • Jason Steele, KC Trustee
Economic Development Leader
  • Lisa Denton, KEDC Executive Director
KC Foundation Officer
  • Michael Clements Jr., President, KC Foundation
Local ISD Leader
  • Dr. Andy Baker, Superintendent, Kilgore ISD
Local Hospital/Health Care Leadership
  • Teresa Halcomb, Chief Nursing Officer, CHRISTUS Health
Local Industry Employer/Leader
  • Samantha Jennings, HR Leader, Eastman Chemical
City of Kilgore
  • Ronnie Spradlin, Kilgore Mayor
City of Longview
  • Kristen Ishihara, Longview Mayor
Kilgore College Employees
  • Brandon Walker, Dean of Dual Credit
  • Chris Craddock, Associate Director of Communications & Public Relations / Public Information Officer / Sports Information Director
  • Ben Avedikian, Executive Director of Facilities Services
  • Terence Mathis, Director of Campus Life
  • Brandon Belken, Interim Dean of Public Services and Industrial Technologies
  • Jason Graves, Interim Dean of Liberal and Fine Arts
  • Traci Thompson, Assistant Department Chair, Business & Information Technology / Administrative Office Professional Lead Instructor
  • Sheri Gillis, Director of Nursing Programs
  • Olivia Moore, Director of Auxiliary Enterprises

For additional information, nominations or confidential inquiries please contact: Bill Holda, Ed.D., ACCT Search Consultant, wmholda@gmail.com
or (903) 987-3332 (mobile).