What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean of Students position at Riverland Community College?
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Working Title:
Dean of Students
Institution:
Riverland Community College
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
AustinRIVR - Albert Lea Campus, RIVR - Owatonna Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)
Salary Range:
$93,713.00 - $149,940.00
Position Location: Austin, MINNESOTA
Must supply cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
Job Description
The Dean of Students serves as an integral member of the college’s Student Affairs team focused on student access, retention, persistence, and success at each of the college’s locations. The position is a member of the college’s management team (i.e., Riverland Council and Strategic Planning), which builds and encourages effective professional relationships with colleagues and leaders in the community. The incumbent serves as the college Title IX Officer and Deputy Student Affairs Officer, providing leadership, evaluation, and vision to faculty and staff while reinforcing student success and learning; leads and collaborates with faculty and staff to develop and assess co-curricular programs and student services; and serves as an active participant in college, community, and Minnesota State System meetings, as appropriate. The role develops and reviews policies and procedures when necessary to enhance effective and efficient administration. The Dean of Students also provides leadership and support for other initiatives, including college and system workplans.
- Serve as the College’s Deputy Student Affairs Officer.
- Provide Leadership and Oversight to Student Support and Retention Initiatives.
- Serve as the College’s Title IX Officer.
- Manage, develop, allocate and monitor assigned planning and budgeting processes.
- Providing oversight to the Director of Athletics and Student Life, work collaboratively to orient and evaluate probationary and assigned faculty/staff; monitor progress of personal staff development plans; make recommendations on permanent and continuing status.
- Provide leadership and support for other initiatives within the vice president’s, president’s, and chancellor’s annual work plans.
- Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree required.
- Three years successful leadership in student affairs at the program, unit (department), or division level (or comparable) required.
- Experience in developing, administering and managing budgets.
- Demonstrated skill in working effectively with student/personnel conflicts and concerns.
- Commitment to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion, and the ability to represent, communicate and collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated experience working with historically excluded culturally and racially diverse populations in higher education.
Preferred Qualification
- Advanced degree (doctorate) preferred.
- Five years successful student affairs leadership experience at the program, unit (department), or division level (or comparable) required.
- Bilingual/Multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities, strongly preferred.
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)
Monday-Friday/8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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:
04-03-2025
Position End Date:
04-01-2027
Open Date:
01-27-2025
Close Date:
03-04-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Mary Ellen Greeley Abdo
Posting Contact Email:
ym8641wc@minnstate.eduSalary : $93,713 - $149,940
