Assistant Director for Transfer Student Support (AA23141)
Minnesota State University Mankato
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Posted: 06-Dec-22
Location: Mankato, Minnesota
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 2283
Location: Mankato, Normandale, Austin, Rochester
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Employment Condition: Probationary
Job Description:
This position will lead University Extended Campus efforts to connect with previously enrolled MSU,Mankato students and transfer students for the purpose of successful degree completion by those students. This position is an active member of the University Extended Campus team and proactively engages with previously enrolled students and transfer students on community college partner sites by establishing meaningful connections, demonstrating care, coordinating support, and assisting in removing individual barriers to success. The position manages and provides initial advising services and implements student-first practices that advance student equity, retention, completion, and success. This position is a liaison to and resource for faculty, staff, and administrators within University Extended Campus, and for the community college partnership programs in coordination with Director of Transfer Partnerships. This position leads and supports projects and initiatives within University Extended Campus and across the university focused on degree completion and student success in coordination with the Director of Transfer Partnerships and the Director of ONLINE. The position serves as an advising expert and student success resource for University Extended Campus and the community college partnership programs with extensive knowledge of college, university, and Minnesota State system academic and student policies, procedures, and practices. Additionally, this position utilizes degree planning and completion tools with knowledge of university systems, processes, and resources to advance student success.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application).
Minimum of three years working in higher education – college or university – experience in academic advising and/or student support areas.
Demonstrated ability to handle and process sensitive and confidential information..
Strong written and oral communication skills with demonstrated abilities to communicate effectively with many different constituents – including students, faculty, staff, administrators.
Demonstrated commitment to students with diverse backgrounds including, but not limited to, students of color, LGBTQ+ students, first generation students, students with disabilities, and/or international students.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Master's degree in educational leadership, student affairs/development or other related major.
Knowledge of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.
Professional academic advising experience;
Working knowledge of student development and student life concerns;
Evidence of successful experience working with a wide variety of student support services;
Ability to interpret and implement University academic policies related to student academic standing, progressing, and completion.
Other Requirements:
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
Driver's license required.
Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Mobile Work: A position where the employee travels continuously for work, or who performs work at multiple locations outside of an agency office, such as a field location or other site. Up to 100% of the time.
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ADDITIONALINFORMATION:
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu
The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
University Demographics
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
· Enhancing access and student success.
· Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
· Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here. https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html
Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.
Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Serving approximately 14,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/
A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
Cover Letter
Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for three (3) references
Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
CONTACTINFORMATION: Michael Bilden Director of Marketing & Recruitment University Extended Education Phone: 952-818-8871 TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 Email:michael.bilden@mnsu.edu
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 MN State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: https://www.mnsu.edu/university-life/health-and-safety/university-security/personal-safety-and-alerts/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu
Benefits Info:
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.
Select the ASF Summary (Administrative & Service Faculty) link from the list for specifics of that plan.
Minnesota State University, Mankato is where tireless thought and innovative research bring real solutions to real needs. The University's environment of big ideas coupled with real-world thinking equip Minnesota State Mankato students to go well beyond expectations and into exciting, rewarding futures.A growing international reputation for breakthrough research distinguishes the University, as does the unique quality of life that marks the proud community of greater Mankato.