SB405 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Postsecondary Education Department, Chancellor may appoint interim president of two-year schools and colleges, Sec. 16-60-111.9 am'd.

Summary

SB405 lets the Chancellor of Postsecondary Education appoint interim presidents for two-year colleges, expanding who can fill these leadership roles beyond the local boards.

What This Bill Does

The bill amends Section 16-60-111.9 to allow the Chancellor, subject to State Board rules, to appoint an interim executive officer to serve as president of any two-year school or college for terms determined by the Chancellor. This creates an alternative to the board’s interim option of up to two six-month periods. The appointment is an exception to the 120-day vacancy-fill rule, meaning the Chancellor can use this route outside the board’s usual timeline. Vacancy posting and notice requirements remain in place, including posting details and the information to be included in notices.

Who It Affects

• Chancellor of Postsecondary Education – gains authority to appoint interim presidents for two-year schools under State Board rules.
• Two-year schools and colleges under the State Board of Education – may have interim presidents appointed by the Chancellor, potentially for longer or differently structured terms than the board’s interim period.

Key Provisions

• The Chancellor, with rules and procedures from the State Board of Education, may appoint an interim executive officer to serve as president of a two-year school or college for terms determined by the Chancellor.
• This authority provides an alternative to the board’s existing interim process, which allows up to two six-month interim periods and a 120-day vacancy-fill requirement.
• The appointment is subject to the State Board of Education's rules and procedures.
• Vacancy postings must follow specified procedures (posted at least 30 days, online and at campuses, with listed information such as job description, qualifications, salary range, and application details).
• The law allows the board to adopt or continue policies not inconsistent with this section.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Education