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Position Information
Classification Title
MnSCU Administrator 7
Working Title
Vice President of Strategic Enrollment& Equity
Hire Type
Administrator
Division
Riverland Community College
Department
Office of the President
Unit
Executive Management
Location
Austin, MN
FLSA
Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1.0
Employment Condition
Unlimited
Work Shift
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Posting Details
The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity oversees the Student Affairs Division, leads the College's Strategic Enrollment Plan, and serves as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) officer for the College. In partnership with the Vice President of Academics and Innovation, will work to co-create a student experience that transforms lives through excellence in service, education, and career training. They also provide leadership, management, strategic direction, policy development, and oversight for all areas within Student Affairs. They provide College-wide leadership for the College's diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts in support of the College's mission, vision, and strategic framework. This position will play a vital role in Riverland achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status by 2028 and in helping Riverland meet its equity goals by optimizing College processes and systems to promote student recruitment, persistence, and success.
The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity serves on the President's Executive Cabinet and provides broad advice and assistance to the President in establishing and meeting the strategic direction of the College. As a member of the President's senior administrative team, the Vice President represents the College as designated by the President, within Minnesota State, external agencies and bodies, and serves as a College officer/representative on public occasions. The person in this position serves on key College committees, leading Strategic Enrollment Management and DEI teams and initiatives and works to improve campus culture and equity. They are responsible for building a culture conducive to achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status and must have a solid understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures and ideally will be fluent in Spanish.
Salary Minimum
95,550
Salary Maximum
133,875
Salary Type
Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan
220, Minnesota State Administrators/State Managerial Plan
Job Description
Riverland Community College welcomes applications from individuals who are passionate about helping students succeed. Principle responsibilities and results include
NOTE: A detailed job description is available upon request, email aimee.larson@riverland.edu .
Required Qualifications
Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Minnesota State is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Other Requirements
This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver's license background check.
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 contributions, 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 Info
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Please refer to the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2025 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Personnel Plan for Administratorsfor contract details including benefits specific to this position
The State of Minnesota offers a broad base of programs available to benefits eligible employees and their eligible family members. For information, please visit MMB State Employee Group Insurance Program.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F141P
Number of Vacancies
1
Re-posting
Desired Start Date
07/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
02/26/2024
Close Date
04/01/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Accept Applications
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
To ensure full consideration, provide a cover letter, CV or resume and unofficial copies of relevant transcripts. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
To ensure full consideration, completed applications are due by April 1, 2024.
Posting Contact
Aimee Sue Larson, VP of Human Resources & Employee Relations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please email hr@riverland.edu and indicate what assistance is needed.
Position Information
Classification Title
MnSCU Administrator 7
Working Title
Vice President of Strategic Enrollment& Equity
Hire Type
Administrator
Division
Riverland Community College
Department
Office of the President
Unit
Executive Management
Location
Austin, MN
FLSA
Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full Time
FTE
1.0
Employment Condition
Unlimited
Work Shift
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Posting Details
The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity oversees the Student Affairs Division, leads the College's Strategic Enrollment Plan, and serves as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) officer for the College. In partnership with the Vice President of Academics and Innovation, will work to co-create a student experience that transforms lives through excellence in service, education, and career training. They also provide leadership, management, strategic direction, policy development, and oversight for all areas within Student Affairs. They provide College-wide leadership for the College's diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts in support of the College's mission, vision, and strategic framework. This position will play a vital role in Riverland achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status by 2028 and in helping Riverland meet its equity goals by optimizing College processes and systems to promote student recruitment, persistence, and success.
The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity serves on the President's Executive Cabinet and provides broad advice and assistance to the President in establishing and meeting the strategic direction of the College. As a member of the President's senior administrative team, the Vice President represents the College as designated by the President, within Minnesota State, external agencies and bodies, and serves as a College officer/representative on public occasions. The person in this position serves on key College committees, leading Strategic Enrollment Management and DEI teams and initiatives and works to improve campus culture and equity. They are responsible for building a culture conducive to achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status and must have a solid understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures and ideally will be fluent in Spanish.
Salary Minimum
95,550
Salary Maximum
133,875
Salary Type
Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan
220, Minnesota State Administrators/State Managerial Plan
Job Description
Riverland Community College welcomes applications from individuals who are passionate about helping students succeed. Principle responsibilities and results include
- Strategic Enrollment Management
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer
- Leadership of Student Affairs
- Budget and Human Resource Management
- College, Community, System, and National Involvement
NOTE: A detailed job description is available upon request, email aimee.larson@riverland.edu .
Required Qualifications
Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.
- Master's degree
- Relevant, progressive leadership experience in designing, implementing, sustaining, and advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
- Strategic enrollment management experience
- Minimum of three years of senior higher education leadership experience which included the management of employees
- Understanding of Hispanic culture in relationship to Strategic Enrollment management
- Experience in recruiting and leading diverse personnel, including team building, cultural sensitivity, conflict resolution, and team projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctoral degree
- Fluent in Spanish or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities, preferred
- Experience at a Hispanic Serving Institution
- Working knowledge in managing, developing, allocating and monitoring assigned planning and budgeting processes
- Executive experience working in a unionized college or university environment
- Demonstrated experience working with a multicultural and underserved populations
Minnesota State is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
Other Requirements
This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver's license background check.
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 contributions, 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 Info
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.
Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Please refer to the 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2025 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Personnel Plan for Administratorsfor contract details including benefits specific to this position
The State of Minnesota offers a broad base of programs available to benefits eligible employees and their eligible family members. For information, please visit MMB State Employee Group Insurance Program.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F141P
Number of Vacancies
1
Re-posting
Desired Start Date
07/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
02/26/2024
Close Date
04/01/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Accept Applications
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
To ensure full consideration, provide a cover letter, CV or resume and unofficial copies of relevant transcripts. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
To ensure full consideration, completed applications are due by April 1, 2024.
Posting Contact
Aimee Sue Larson, VP of Human Resources & Employee Relations
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please email hr@riverland.edu and indicate what assistance is needed.
