CCforIowa Highlights
Open House Warms New Office
After a summer of construction, CCforIowa is happy to open our building again! The renovation led by ISG not only looks great but has made our space more functional for its multipurpose uses. Come stop in, visit our team, or host your group at our newly improved offices, just steps from the Iowa Capitol Building. Thanks to all who were able to join us for our open house!
Joint Board Meeting with Presidents and Trustees
November marks a month when both the CCforIowa Board of Trustees and the Presidents hold a joint meeting for greater collaboration. The agenda included sharing recent wins across Iowa community colleges, discussing the 60th Anniversary of Community Colleges for Iowa in 2026, and a presentation on the 2026 Legislative Session and Fall Elections from Edie and Walton. We’re grateful for the dedication of this group.
Eight Iowa Community Colleges Declared Eligible for 2025 Aspen Institute Prize for Community College Excellence
The Aspen Institute for Community College Excellence is dedicated to recognizing and promoting the achievements and performance of the USA’s two-year colleges. Each year, the Aspen Institute awards $1 million to a two-year college that exemplifies student success in areas including outcomes, retention, transfer, and bachelor’s attainment rates. This year, eight of Iowa’s community colleges have been named as part of the 200 eligible competitors: DMACC, EICC, Iowa Western, NIACC, NCC, Southeastern Iowa Community College, SWICC, and WITCC.
“Among these 200 colleges are some really special places that deliver strong and improving outcomes for students across the board,” said Josh Wyner, executive director of the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program. “Our job over the coming 20 months is to gather a lot more data and work with a deep bench of field experts to assess which of these 200 stand out so we can not only honor them with a monetary award, but drive attention to the most effective field practices that other colleges can replicate.”
More details about the program and the prize at the Aspen Institute.
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Rob Denson Retirement Tour
President Rob Denson is retiring after 22 years of dedicated service. To honor his work and the growth of DMACC under his leadership, President Denson and his wife, Pat, will be attending two receptions. On Monday, December 1, the pair will be making stops at each of DMACC’s campuses throughout the day. On Friday, December 5 at 4 p.m., an all-college and community reception will be held on the DMACC Ankeny Campus, Iowa Culinary Institute, Building 7. Whether or not you’re able to attend, all are invited to sign an e-guestbook with a farewell message. We’re deeply grateful to President Denson as DMACC’s longest-serving president.
NIACC Hosted Successful Legislative Breakfast
What a way to showcase the best of community college programming and discuss the upcoming legislative session priorities! The event included student stories, a business story, and remarks from legislators. All in the room left with a greater understanding and commitment to higher education opportunities in the Mason City area and beyond. Kudos to the NIACC team!
Job Opportunities
Does your campus want specific job opportunities highlighted? Email marketing@ccforiowa.org for those to be featured.
Northeast Iowa Community College (Dubuque/Calmar /Peosta/ Cresco/ Oelwein/ Manchester/ Waukon) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “John Deere TECH Instructor,” “Workforce Consultant (Title I Youth and Adult Services and Opportunity Dubuque),” “Director of Admissions and Recruitment,” and more.
North Iowa Area Community College (Mason City) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Title III Activities Director,” “Training & Development Consultant,” “Assistant Program Manager – Emergency Medical Services,” and more.
Iowa Lakes Community College (Estherville/ Emmetsburg/ Spirit Lake) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Associate Director of Special Projects,” “Healthcare Training Consultant/Programmer,” “Dining Services Operation Specialist,” and more.
Northwest Iowa Community College (Sioux Center/Sheldon) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Instructor – Sonography,” “Head Women’s Volleyball Coach (50/50 split),” “Safety Training & Compliance Coordinator,” and more.
Iowa Central Community College is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Adjunct Instructor, Religious Studies,” “Business Office Coordinator,” “Admissions Representative,” and more.
Iowa Valley Community College District (Marshalltown/Iowa Falls/Grinnell) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Trades and Industry Coordinator,” “Assistant Women's Basketball Coach,” “Assistant Director of Residence Life / Assistant Athletic Coach,” and more.
Hawkeye Community College (Waterloo) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Faculty - Animal Science Instructor (9-mo),” “Faculty - Civil and Construction Engineering Technology Instructor (9-mo),” “Faculty - Criminal Justice / Police Science Instructor,” “Adjunct Instructors & Continuing Education Instructors,” “Assistant Coach – Men’s Soccer (32 weeks),” and more.
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (Muscatine/Clinton/Bettendorf) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “PACE Career Navigator/Advisor,” “Financial Aid Specialist,” “Nursing, Clinical Coordinator,” and more.
Kirkwood Community College is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Student Support Specialist (Part Time),” “Accommodation Access Advocate,” “Event Staff – Equestrian Center (Part Time),” and more.
Des Moines Area Community College (Central Iowa) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Instructor, Electric Utility Technology (Search Extended),” “Part-time Temporary Academic Specialist, Manufacturing, Engineering, Trades, & Transportation,” “Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy (Online, Remote),” and more.
Western Iowa Tech Community College (Sioux City/Denison) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Business Instructor,” “Driver Education Behind-the-Wheel Instructor,” “Custodian,” and more.
Iowa Western Community College (Council Bluffs/ Clarinda/ Harlan/ Atlantic/ Missouri Valley) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Coordinator of Accessibility Services,” “Assistant Coach Men's and Women's Swimming,” “Gameday Operations Student Worker,” and more.
Southwestern Community College (Creston) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Bus Drivers - Part time/seasonal,” “Nurse Aide Instructor – Creston Campus,” “Assistant Coach - Baseball,” “English as a Second Language Part-Time Instructor - evenings,” and “EMS Adjunct Instructor.”
Indian Hills Community College (Ottumwa) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Assistant Athletic Trainer,” “Director, Criminal Justice Academy,” “Network Administrator,” and more.
Southeastern Iowa Community College (West Burlington/ Keokuk) is currently hiring full and part-time positions, including “Industrial Maintenance Training Instructor/Coordinator,” “Drivers - Athletic Events/Student Events,” “Nurse Aide Instructor/Skills Evaluator,” and more.