President, Education ​/ Teaching

Distinctive Strengths

• Mission-driven, student-centered education rooted in the integration of liberal arts and professional studies
• Experiential learning for all students, with 100% participation in internships, research, or community-based experiences
• National leadership in access and equity, including innovative enrollment practices and high-impact student support programs
• Deep community engagement, anchored in Minneapolis and expressed through partnerships and civic leadership
• Strong momentum, with sustained enrollment success, effective fundraising campaigns, and a clear strategic framework

Augsburg's urban location is a defining asset—offering students direct access to one of the nation's most economically vibrant and culturally rich metropolitan areas, while positioning the university as an anchor institution committed to its neighborhood and region.

Augsburg offers a distinctive leadership opportunity: a university with a powerful sense of purpose, a diverse and engaged community, and a proven ability to innovate in service of students and society. Its identity as a "new kind of urban, student-centered university" is not aspirational—it is lived daily through teaching, partnership, and impact.

The next president will join a community that values integrity, service, and bold thinking—and will have the opportunity to shape a future defined by meaningful access, educational excellence, and civic purpose. Building on the university's strengths and reputation, the president will prioritize affordability and financial sustainability, inclusive excellence, student success, and community engagement while embracing the university's Lutheran heritage. The president must lead with integrity, listen deeply, foster a sense of belonging across the campus, and be visible and engaged on campus and in the surrounding community.

Augsburg seeks a leader who combines strategic vision with authentic commitment to its mission and community. The successful candidate will possess an advanced degree and be a member of either an ELCA congregation or a congregation of one of the denominations that is in full communion partnership with the ELCA (i.e., United Methodist, Moravian, Episcopal, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Reformed Church in America, or United Church of Christ).

Search profile with detailed information about Augsburg University and the leadership agenda and qualifications, attributes, and qualities desired for the next president is available for download.

The expected salary range for this position is $395,000 to $575,000, commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and leadership profile. In addition to base salary, Augsburg University offers a competitive and comprehensive executive compensation package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• A 403(b) matching retirement program with an employer contribution of up to 8% upon eligibility
• Eligibility for a supplemental executive retirement plan
• Paid time‑off
• Employer‑paid disability and life insurance
• Housing and automobile allowances to support the responsibilities of the role
• Eligibility for performance‑based bonus compensation, as determined in collaboration with the Board of Regents
• Voluntary access to optional dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans

While the salary range offers a general guideline, starting compensation may not reach the maximum of the range. A final compensation package will be negotiated in good faith with the selected candidate and will reflect the individual's experience, accomplishments, and alignment with the university's leadership priorities.

Academic Search is partnering with Augsburg University in this search. Confidential discussions about the position are welcome and may be arranged by contacting a member of the Academic Search team:

• Mike Maxey
• Jay Lemons
• Jennifer Kooken

Nominations and inquiries may be sent to Augsburg President.

To apply, candidates should submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest addressing, as appropriate, the leadership agenda and desired qualifications and…