Daryl Minus has been named president of Eastern Shore Community College, effective July 1, the Virginia Community College System announced last Thursday. 

Minus, currently vice president of enrollment management and student success at Southside Virginia Community College in Alberta, will begin his new role July 1.

He succeeds Jim Shaeffer, who is retiring after six years at the helm.

His selection follows a national search that drew 59 applicants.

“I’m confident Minus will build on the vital service that ESCC provides for its students and community,” CCS Chancellor David Doré said in a statement. “Our months long search attracted exceptional candidates, and we are grateful to all of the talented educators who expressed interest in the Eastern Shore presidency.”

Minus brings more than 20 years of experience in higher education, with leadership roles in Virginia, NorthCarolina and California’s community college systems. His past positions include education services officer with the U.S. Marine Corps in Jacksonville, N.C.; vice president at Cape Fear and Craven community colleges; and dean at Tidewater Community College, Chabot College and Bakersfield College.

Minus earned a bachelor’s from Hampton University, a master’s from New York University and a doctorate in education from the University of Phoenix. He said he’s honored to take on the role and looks forward to serving the region.

“ESCC is an exceptional institution, with a dynamic history of creating expanded learning and earning pathways for the citizens of Accomack and Northampton counties,” he said. “I am honored to join this vibrant community and prioritize strategic efforts that position students for success and enhanced economic mobility.”