College Leadership

Ocean County College is dedicated to providing a dynamic and supportive learning environment for students. Our leadership team is committed to putting our students first, and fostering innovation, collaboration, and academic excellence.

Conversation between President and Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees

The Ocean County College Board of Trustees provides leadership and develops policy for the college.

The Board of Trustees approves the college’s philosophy, mission, and goals and oversees the institution’s performance. The Board approves admission standards, degree requirements, and academic programs; determines tuition and fees; establishes budgets and capital initiatives; approves plans, contracts, and expenditures; and invests funds. In addition, the Board approves all personnel actions, including hiring and evaluating the President.

Campus in the fall

Ocean County Board of Commissioners

A five-member Board of Commissioners governs Ocean County and is elected at-large by the registered voters of the county’s 33 municipalities. 

The commissioners have a long history of dedication and support to Ocean County College and are responsible for appointing eight of the twelve members of the College’s Board of Trustees.

Dr. Pamela Monaco

College President

Pamela Monaco, Ph.D.

At OCC, we place great value on our one-on-one relationships with our students and working together to create meaningful learning experiences. We want to be a vital partner in helping you reach your goals.

Dr. Monaco at the Hub

President’s Team

Executive Team and Office Personnel

This team collaborates closely with the President to deliver comprehensive services and strategic initiatives that align with our core values of student focus, accessibility, innovation, and trust.

College Senate

Senate and Governance Committees

The purpose of the Senate is to facilitate the College’s educational mission and support student life by providing a vehicle for representative participation by all College constituencies

Institutional Planning, Effectiveness, and Compliance

The Office of Institutional Planning, Effectiveness, and Compliance provides meaningful data and analysis, facilitates planning processes, adheres to state and federal reporting requirements, and coordinates assessment activities across campus.

Campus Happenings

Colloquium

Colloquium

Open only to OCC employees.

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