New Executive Director Identify Candidates Search Consulting Services

The Board of Regents and its governance, evaluation, and human resources committee in Urbandale, Iowa require search consulting services to identify, screen, and recruit candidates for a new executive director. The agency is seeking a partner to conduct a broad advertising campaign across major educational, state, and national media to attract qualified prospects. The selected consultant will manage all incoming nominations and applications, providing timely and professional correspondence to all applicants throughout the process. The scope of work requires the consultant to conduct initial background searches on early prospects and exhaustive background checks on the final candidates. These background investigations must cover criminal, civil, credit, and motor vehicle records, as well as reference checks and the authentication of all academic credentials and professional experiences. Ultimately, the consultant must assist the committee in recommending a final group of three to five prospects who best align with the criteria established by the Board of Regents. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations based entirely in the United States. The agency permits the selected vendor to perform all contracted work offsite. Bidders must submit any questions regarding this opportunity no later than July 16, 2026, and the agency will accept final proposals digitally via email or an online submission portal.