President

Job Overview Boise State University President Founded in 1932 by the Episcopal Church as Boise Junior College, Boise State University is a university on the move.

It was one of only three in the Northwest to be named one of the most innovative universities in the United States by U.S.

News and World Report in 2024.

With only seven sitting presidents in its 93-year history, Boise State is an institution where presidents preside over periods of sustained and exciting progress.

Boise State is home to 27,250 undergraduate and graduate students (30% of whom are from out of state), 802 full-time faculty, 668 part-time faculty, and 1,706 full-time staff.

Known for its vibrant community and its “blue turf thinking,” Boise State is the largest university in Idaho and confers more degrees than all Idaho public universities combined.

Boise State plays a significant role in increasing the college attainment rate for Idaho, conferring more than half of all baccalaureate degrees from public institutions in Idaho.

The University dramatically increased the percentage of Idahoans it served in the last two years, growing the population of new Idaho students by 52% over the last five years.

Boise State is designated as an R2 doctoral research institution with High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is committed to fostering an environment where research and creative activity thrive.

Boise State’s ambitions and remarkable strides in its research over the past decade have put the university on the trajectory to become an R1 research institution.

The University's growing research and creative activity portfolio saw awards exceed $83 million in 2025.

Expenditures nearly doubled over ten years to exceed $70 million, showcasing its commitment to driving innovation and impactful projects across a wide range of disciplines.

Boise State generates $2.2 billion in annual economic impact for the state of Idaho, delivering a strong return on investment for its primary stakeholders

students, taxpayers, and society.

Through 9 academic colleges, Boise State offers a high-quality undergraduate education that cultivates the personal and career growth of students across more than 200 areas of study, including 15 doctoral programs.

Boise State continues to expand its in‑person and online curricular offerings in targeted areas driven by student, industry, and community demand.

With over 100 online programs and 5,698 degree‑seeking students in fully online programs, Boise State has greatly expanded educational access across Idaho and beyond with online classes and degree programs.

Boise State excels as a Division I member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and is currently a competitor in the Mountain West Conference.

Boise State is well positioned for continued success in athletics with its transition to the Pac‑12 Conference.

Boise State builds champions on and off the field.

Student‑athletes achieved a 3.46 cumulative GPA, the highest in athletics history, and accomplished an all‑time high graduation success rate of 96%, 6th best among the 134 NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) schools.

Boise State student‑athletes have cultivated a tradition of success with a winning record of 360 All‑Americans, 17 national championships, 141 team conference championships, and 45 Academic All‑Americans.

Located in the heart of Idaho’s capital, Boise State’s campus is just a 10‑minute walk from a booming arts and music scene, shopping, museums, entertainment venues, and great restaurants.

Boise is one of the most talked‑about metropolitan cities in the country, and it’s the ideal college town.

From high culture and arts to nightlife, skiing, hiking, rock climbing, and river sports, adventure awaits.

Nearly two‑thirds of Idaho is public land, offering vast spaces to explore and experience quiet solitude, even in one of the fastest‑growing states in the union.

Leadership Expectations The President reports to the Idaho State Board of Education and is the chief executive officer of Boise State.

As Idaho’s largest university, Boise State requires a bold, visionary leader who will engage stakeholders across the state and position the institution as a leader in higher education while honoring Idaho’s unique values and culture.

They will connect authentically with Idaho’s broad and independent communities, from rural agricultural regions to dynamic city centers, serving as both an educational leader and a trusted voice in conversations about Idaho’s future.

The ideal President will demonstrate genuine appreciation for Idaho’s blend of independent spirit, entrepreneurial mindset, and strong commitment to education.

They will be an inspirational leader that takes the institution to new heights and focuses on building Idaho’s workforce.

This individual will have demonstrated financial acumen and performance‑based resource management, with experience in strategic budgeting, diversified revenue development, and transparent reporting.

The President will prioritize aligning investments with mission‑critical priorities while protecting long‑term sustainability and affordability.

Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate will embody the shared values of Boise State University, including personal and social development, educational excellence, civic engagement, integrity, and civility.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic vision and leadership; experience cultivating talent and building collaborative teams; passion for higher education; success in fundraising and revenue generation; commitment to supporting intercollegiate athletics; financial acumen; exceptional interpersonal and relationship‑building skills; a student‑centered outlook; and strong integrity and academic values.

Application Process The full Presidential Search Prospectus can be found at Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited.

Application materials should include 1) a current resume or curriculum vitae not to exceed five pages and 2) a letter of interest not to exceed three pages explaining how the candidate can meet the challenges and opportunities outlined in the leadership profile.

Interested candidates should submit confidentially, in electronic form (Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF files preferred), a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to

Joi Hayes‑Scott and Steve Newton Consultants to the Search Committee Russell Reynolds Associates EEO Statement Boise State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment as provided for by federal, state, and local law.

The University endeavors to recruit, hire, train, and promote the most qualified employees in all job titles.

All other personnel actions are administered without regard to protected class under federal, state, and local law.

The University may also have specific legal obligations as a federal contractor.

The Chief Human Resources Officer is responsible for monitoring University practices and procedures to ensure compliance with this policy and federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr