What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Driver Academy, Project Coordinator - MnSCU Academic Professional 2 position at Riverland Community College?
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Working Title:
Commercial Driver Academy, Project Coordinator - MnSCU Academic Professional 2
Institution:
Riverland Community College
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
City:
RIVR - Albert Lea Campus
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
This position is located in Albert Lea, Minnesota
Job Description
This position exists to coordinate, execute, and manage projects as identified by the Dean of Academic Affairs-Trades and Transportation for the CDL programing at Riverland Community College. All projects are collaborative with Minnesota State college partners, prospective students, finding and scheduling instructors, industry partners in each project, and national partners in each project. This position exists to coordinate assigned projects from start to finish and to handle multiple projects, often with overlapping timelines.
Salary Range:
$52,806.00 - $76,650.00
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of work experience as an instructor, related staff, coordinator, project coordinator/manager, or administrator -OR- an equivalent combination of education and experience. An Associate degree could be substituted for 6-months of experience, a bachelor’s degree is 12-months and a master’s degree is 18-months.
- Ability to interact and relate well with all segments of the education and business community and all stakeholders.
- Experience with project coordination or management. Ability to complete and manage multiple projects with deadlines.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing to diverse audiences and motivate others through written and oral presentations, excellent interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills and a general working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Preferred Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited institution.
- 4 or more years of work experience at a technical college or university with transportation programs or a private company’s training program.
- Website and social media management or maintenance experience.
- Experience in the Transportation sector
- Bilingual/Multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.
- Demonstrated experience working with a multicultural and underserved populations.
Other Requirements
A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae. Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.
This position requires completing employment references and a driver’s license background check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
8:00 to 4:30 / Monday - Friday
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive. Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for every student to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect. We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contribution, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the strength in varied experiences and perspectives, enhancing our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. We welcome candidates with an understanding of HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.
Student-Centered Education: With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning. Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses cater to various learning modalities.
Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland provides associate degrees in more than 90 career options, as well as liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, ensuring comprehensive educational opportunities for all.
Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities, enriching both personal and professional lives.
Join Riverland Community College, where dedication to employees, students, and the region drives excellence in education and service.
To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit
www.riverland.edu
or www.minnstate.edu
.
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:
04-17-2025
Position End Date:
06-30-2026
Open Date:
03-24-2025
Close Date:
04-02-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Mary Ellen Greeley Abdo
Posting Contact Email:
ym8641wc@minnstate.eduSalary : $52,806 - $76,650
