Flagship Campus President
Keiser University
West Palm Beach, Florida
Salary: Compensation is commensurate with experience
Comprehensive Executive Benefits
Full Relocation Assistance
Search Conducted by Ed-Exec, Inc.
Keiser University invites nominations and confidential inquiries for the position of Flagship Campus President at its West Palm Beach, Florida campus.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the University’s flagship residential campus while joining one of the nation’s most respected private, not-for-profit universities.
Reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor, the Campus President provides strategic leadership for Keiser University’s most visible campus, overseeing academics, enrollment, student success, athletics, residential life, operations, financial performance, facilities, and community engagement.
The successful candidate will join a university known for innovation, entrepreneurial leadership, and an unwavering commitment to student success.
About Keiser University
Founded in 1977, Keiser University has grown into one of the largest private, not-for-profit universities in the United States and is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary of career-focused education.
Today, the University serves approximately 20,000 students through:
- More than 20 Florida campuses
- International educational locations
- Extensive online programs
- Undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral education
- More than 100 career-focused degree programs throughout the university system.
Keiser University’s student-first philosophy has established a national reputation for academic excellence, workforce preparation, and outstanding student outcomes.
The Flagship Campus
Located in beautiful West Palm Beach, the flagship campus serves as the academic, administrative, athletic and administrative centerpiece of the University.
The campus features:
- Residential housing
- State-of-the-art practice facilities
- Graduate and professional programs
- Student recreation and wellness facilities
- Modern health sciences laboratories
- Extensive student life programming
- Championship athletic facilities
- 752-bed additional dormitory facility currently under construction
- Five-story STEM academic building currently under construction
The Campus President serves as the University’s senior executive for one of Florida’s most dynamic private university campuses.
Championship Athletics
The Keiser Seahawks have become one of the nation’s premier NAIA athletic programs, earning over 30 national championships in the past 10 years.
The flagship campus is home to:
- More than 30 varsity sports
- Recipient of the prestigious Learfield Cup award in 2021
- Achieved “Top Five” status for Learfield Cup 2022 – 2025
- Nationally recognized coaches and student-athletes
- Outstanding academic achievement among student-athletes
- A vibrant campus culture built around competitive excellence
Athletics play an important role in the University’s enrollment growth, student engagement, and national visibility.
Why West Palm Beach?
Palm Beach County offers one of the country’s premier executive lifestyles.
Enjoy:
- Year-round sunshine
- Atlantic Ocean beaches
- Boating and outdoor recreation
- World-class golf
- Exceptional dining and cultural attractions
- Palm Beach International Airport
- No Florida state income tax
- An outstanding quality of life for individuals and families
Leadership Opportunity
The Campus President will provide visionary leadership across all aspects of campus operations, including:
- Strategic planning and institutional growth
- Financial stewardship, including fundraising
- Academic quality and student success
- Enrollment management
- Financial stewardship
- Athletics and residential life
- Talent development
- Community partnerships
- Accreditation and regulatory compliance
This executive will foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while advancing the University’s mission and strategic priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess:
- An entrepreneurial mindset and approach to running their campus.
- Senior executive leadership experience within higher education
- Demonstrated success leading complex organizations
- Strong financial and operational management experience
- A proven commitment to student success
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
A doctorate is required
Recruiters’ Notes
Here is what you bring to the table:
- A vibrant and enthusiast approach to running your campus daily.
- An entrepreneurial spirit that understands how to succeed in an admissions driven institution.
- You are the face of the campus – attending sporting and other events on weekends.
- Actively attend and host community events.
- Your office door is always open, and you know most students by name.
Confidential Inquiries & Nominations
Keiser University has retained Ed-Exec, Inc., a national executive search firm specializing exclusively in higher education leadership recruitment.
Candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis starting immediately until the position is filled.
For confidential consideration or additional information, please contact:
Vincent Scaramuzzo
President | Ed-Exec, Inc.
📧 vincent@ed-exec.com