Human Resources

Executive Advancement Institute

Purpose

To provide a systematic process for assisting employees in preparing for career progression and to ensure that “position ready” candidates are available to fill critical positions as needed to ensure institutional sustainability.

Goals

1. To identify a talent pool of employees who are interested in career progression and are willing to develop skills and traits necessary for future opportunities.
2. To serve as a talent management tool for the College by developing existing employees.
3. To increase employees effectiveness, workplace efficiency, and institutional productivity.

Guidelines

• Employed full-time at the college for at least 4 years
• Completed mandatory supervisory training offered through Human Resources Department
• Completed Leadership Development Academy
• Because a large part of each session is participatory, attendance is mandatory.
• Commit to 18 months of EAI participation

Application Process

Every 18 months, the College will open the application process for new success candidates.  The president’s office will issue a call for candidates.  Candidates will apply by submitting an application packet including the following items:

• Submit a 500 word letter of interest, Statement of why the applicant believes he/she is an appropriate candidate for this succession route at this time
• A letter of application requesting consideration for candidate status.  The letter must address the following information:
  • Current position and tenure at COM
  • Academic preparation and significant professional development activities and accomplishments
  • Desired succession route envisioned by the applicant
• Comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae
• Receive recommendation or nomination from your immediate supervisor
  • A nomination and one letter of recommendation, or
  • Two letters of recommendations, one of which must be from a COM employee at a supervisory level speaking to their professional readiness and work ethic
• Provide statement of individual leadership philosophy, and personal purpose statement, not to exceed 2 paragraphs