By Zachary A. Smith, Ph.D. Every leadership search in higher education requires delicately balancing candidate confidentiality with the institution’s right to a certain degree of...
By Zachary A. Smith, Ph.D.
Every leadership search in higher education requires delicately balancing candidate confidentiality with the institution’s right to a certain degree of transparency. This task is never easy. By thoughtfully considering the key questions below, a search committee and institutional leaders can ensure that all parties are satisfied and the selection process is viewed as fair and legitimate.
What is the goal of any search for institutional leadership?
Why do campuses value openness in leadership searches?
Why do candidates seek confidentiality?
How can both parties be satisfied?