What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean of Student Affairs position at Minnesota State Community and Technical College?
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Working Title:
Dean of Student Affairs
Institution:
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
MSTA - Moorhead Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$93,713.00 - $149,940.00
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is seeking a Dean of Student Affairs. This position will be located on the Moorhead Campus and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.
About M State:
A member of the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, M State (or the college) serves over 15,000 students annually in credit and non-credit courses annually. The college also partners with communities to provide workforce development services and other responsive training programs to 500 businesses and thousands of annual participants. M State faculty and staff are dedicated to the values of integrity, inclusion and innovation, and share a vision of, “A success story for every student.”
Mission, Vision, Values
MISSION STATEMENT
Minnesota State Community and Technical College specializes in affordable and exceptional education, service and workforce training. We welcome all students and engage them in shaping their futures and their communities.
VISION STATEMENT
A success story for every student.
VALUES
- Integrity
As dedicated professionals, we act with purpose in everything we do. We are sincere and honest in our relationships and communications and hold ourselves accountable to doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Inclusion
We welcome, respect and accept people for who they are and celebrate the power of our collective differences in creating and shaping more robust, energized communities.
- Innovation
Through the power of our four campuses, strategic partnerships and creative problem-solving, we enhance communities. We incorporate technology to improve the student experience, and we see continuous improvement as a constant.
Position Summary:
The Dean of Student Affairs will provide leadership for the team while cultivating a caring learning environment centered on student success.
Reporting directly to the Vice President of Student Affairs, and an integral member of the Vice President’s Leadership Team, the Dean oversees a diverse and talented staff on multiple campus locations. This role will work very closely with the team on execution of all activities, programs, functions, and support services related to the goals of the departments.
The Dean will lead efforts to implement co-curricular programs that will enhance the student and residential experience on campus. The Dean must be committed to collaborating with their staff, other senior College leaders and key off-campus partners to meet the goals of the positions and the institution.
Responsibilities:
- Manage Student Affairs team to ensure an integrated, inclusive, and quality service environment for students and other internal and external customers.
- Work collaboratively with the Vice President of Student Affairs, college leadership team, campus, and college faculty and staff to implement college initiatives and MinnState goals to support student and community success.
- Assure compliance with all policies, plans and procedures
- Serve as one of the Vice President of Student Affairs designees in her or his absence and fulfill all other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs to support the mission of the college.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Type and Length of Experience: A minimum of three to five years of supervisory higher education experience in student services/student affairs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s or terminal degree
Type and Length of Experience:
- Experience in managing functions and employees in counseling, admission, enrollment, registration, financial aid, student activities, Student Government, student due process procedures, multicultural services, retention, accessibility resources, and career services.
- Experience in academic/student policies and procedures which lead to organizational and student retention and success.
- Skills in written, oral, and presentation communications, human relations, leadership, management, research, assessment, institutional effectiveness, planning, implementation of policies and procedures, and service improvement.
- Ability to lead, motivate, change systems, solve problems, resolve conflicts, and work collaboratively with the campus/college academic deans, faculty, staff, and students within the context of the mission and priorities of the campus and the college.
Application Procedure: Application deadline is Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
Application must include:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae (or resume)
- Name and contact information of three professional references
- College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening)
We have a GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE! Employees receive a competitive pay package that includes several benefits through the State of Minnesota, including:
- Medical and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Pre-tax benefits
- Time-off benefits
- Health and wellness programs
- Tuition waiver benefits
If you need accommodations to take part in the application process, please contact Human Resources at (218) 736-1512. For more information regarding M State, refer to our website at:
www.minnesota.edu
. M State is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. A member of the Minnesota State System.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
07-01-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
03-03-2025
Close Date:
03-27-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Heidi Ruth Balgaard
Posting Contact Email:
gr1317cf@minnstate.eduSalary : $93,713 - $149,940
