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MYERS MCRAE EXECUTIVE SEARCH AND CONSULTING

LETTER OF AGREEMENT

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BETWEEN MYERS MCRAE, INC. AND KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

This Letter of Agreement confirms the engagement of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting Firm ("SEARCH FIRM") to conduct the search for President of Kentucky State University ("UNIVERSITY"). SEARCH FIRM's role is to enable UNIVERSITY to make an effective decision as a result of a comprehensive and professional search.

SEARCH PROCESS SUMMARY

Marketing Materials – SEARCH FIRM will prepare the position description profile and related advertisements/announcements, which will detail the required experience, knowledge, credential criteria, job responsibilities/expectations of the position, the application/nomination process, etc. Marketing material content is subject to approval of identified search leaders for UNIVERSITY.

Identification and Recruitment of Prospective Candidates – SEARCH FIRM will send the position description profile to a comprehensive, targeted list of prospects within its database. Additionally, SEARCH FIRM will place advertisements/announcements in appropriate national and regional publications and job boards, actively seeking prospective candidates who may not be exploring opportunities, but who are well qualified for the position. These actions, coupled with the development of potential candidates through our professional contacts, will enable SEARCH FIRM to develop a comprehensive pool of candidates.

Candidate application materials will be uploaded into SEARCH FIRM's secure, online Candidate Resume File to which search committee members will have access 24 hours a day.

Evaluation, Selection, and Interviews – SEARCH FIRM will assist the search committee in evaluating candidates, personally contacting the top prospects to discuss the position and gather additional research. SEARCH FIRM will identify a list of competitive candidates. With the assistance of SEARCH FIRM, the search committee will determine the top candidates to invite for interviews. SEARCH FIRM will assist in arranging and facilitating interviews, and suggested interview protocol and questions will be provided to the search committee for consideration.

Background, Credential, and Reference Checks – SEARCH FIRM will conduct thorough background, credential, and reference checks on finalists, providing a written report of its findings. The report will address financial/credit history, criminal history (state and federal), sexual offender registry review, driving record, degree verification, public media review, and a thorough record of statements provided by references.
Final Candidate Selection – UNIVERSITY will select the final candidate based on application materials; interviews; consultant research/input; and background, reference, and credential checks.

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