President

Trocaire College seeks a mission-driven and inspirational leader to serve as its next President. As a Catholic institution rooted in the Mercy tradition, Trocaire is dedicated to educational excellence through exceptional teaching, compassionate service, and a steadfast commitment to the Common Good. The College prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions to their families, professions, and communities, fostering a more just, compassionate, and hopeful future.

About the Institution

Trocaire is a private, career-oriented Catholic college that empowers students with the resources and supportive environment needed to achieve their academic goals. One of 17 Sisters of Mercy-sponsored colleges and universities and one of the few primarily two-year degree-granting Catholic colleges in the United States, Trocaire’s core mission is to allow each person to be a valuable contributor to the workforce needs of the community.

Trocaire offers bachelor’s, associate, and certificate programs, as well as workforce development programs in healthcare, veterinary sciences, business, and technology. The College ranks in the top one-quarter of colleges and universities for return on investment by Georgetown University and is designated as an Opportunity College and University by the Carnegie Classifications with a Higher Access, Higher Earnings classification.

Responsibilities

• Provide mission-centered, faith-informed leadership, advancing Trocaire’s strategic vision while ensuring the College’s long-term vitality through collaboration, innovation, and deep engagement with campus and community stakeholders.
• Strengthen the College's long-term sustainability by advancing enrollment growth, expanding strategic partnerships, and enhancing organizational capacity.
• Serve as the visible face of the institution throughout Western New York, elevating the College's visibility, communicating its distinctive value and transformative impact.
• Inspire confidence among internal and external stakeholders and secure the resources necessary to ensure future generations of students continue to benefit from a Trocaire education.
• Embrace innovation while remaining grounded in the College's Catholic and Mercy mission.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an accomplished, mission-driven leader with the strategic vision, financial acumen, and decisive leadership necessary for this role. The next President will be an entrepreneurial and forward-thinking leader, as well as an effective storyteller and ambassador for the College.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $325,000 - $350,000, including executive compensation and a generous benefits package.

Schedule

This is an on-campus position.