Lee College is a comprehensive community college serving Baytown, Texas, and the surrounding Gulf Coast region since 1934. The institution provides academic transfer pathways, workforce training, technical education, continuing education, and community enrichment opportunities designed to meet the needs of a diverse student population. With more than 100 degree and certificate programs, Lee College is deeply committed to student success, economic mobility, and creating an educational experience that prepares learners for lifelong achievement.
What distinguishes Lee College is its close partnership with industry and its central role in one of the nation’s most significant industrial and economic corridors. Through strong connections with employers in petrochemical manufacturing, process technology, logistics, transportation, healthcare, and skilled trades, the College serves as a critical workforce development partner for the region. Lee College is a driver of economic vitality, opportunity, and community growth throughout the Gulf Coast.
The Opportunity
The Vice President, External Affairs and Executive Director, Lee College Foundation joins Lee College at an important time.
Under new presidential leadership, the institution is advancing ambitious priorities centered on strengthening industry partnerships, expanding philanthropic investment, and elevating its visibility and influence throughout the region. As a member of the President’s Cabinet, this leader will help shape the College’s external strategy and position the institution for its next era of growth and impact.
This role offers a broad and highly visible portfolio that includes institutional advancement, philanthropic development, government relations, grant development, marketing and public affairs, and community engagement. The Vice President will serve as both a transformational fundraiser and a trusted institutional ambassador, cultivating relationships with corporate leaders, elected officials, donors, alumni, foundations, and community partners.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader energized by building relationships, creating new opportunities, and making a lasting impact on students, families, employers, and an entire region.
