Director, Career Development Center (SS25000)
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Position Number: 4968476
Location: Mankato, MN
Position Type: Career Counseling and Placement

Director, Career Development Center (SS25000)

Division: Student Affairs & Enrollment Management
Department: Career Development Center
Unit: Career Development Center211, MSUAASF
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Exempt
Employment Condition: Probationary
Work Shift:
Work Schedule/Hours/Days:

Posting Details:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on February 16, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
POSITION: Probationary; Range E*

Salary Minimum: $62,010
Salary Maximum: $125,477
Salary Type: Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 211, MSUAASF

Job Description:
The Career Development Center Director provides leadership, vision, strategic direction, and oversight for the Minnesota Colleges & Universities System's largest full-service career services function, ensuring top-notch career and employment-related services for a wide range of stakeholders. These include on-campus, online and extended campus undergraduate and graduate students from five academic colleges (in-person, online and extended campus), employers, community partners, alumni, university leadership, staff, and faculty. Key aspects of the role involve facilitating collaboration among career center affiliates, both internal and external to the university, while overseeing the development and management of a collaborative, action-oriented team to deliver high-quality career services. Building strong relationships with various campus partners and external constituents, such as employers, local/regional economic development, and community partners, as well as career services professional organizations, consultants, and affiliates, is also part of the role. This position is responsible for aligning the work of the department with the strategic initiatives and priorities of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, the University's strategic and Enrollment Management plans, and the strategic plan for the Division of Student Affairs. Active participation as a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team and involvement in university-wide committees and external community groups and professional committees is expected.

Required Qualifications:

Masters degree in student affairs, higher education administration, or a related area.

5-7 years of progressive/advanced professional experience in career services, student affairs, higher education administration, or a closely related field.

Possess comprehensive knowledge and experience in career development, career readiness, internships and other forms of experiential education, talent acquisition, and career and job market trends applicable to career services administration. Ability to serve as recognized authoritative expert on related topics on behalf of the university.

Demonstrated management and leadership skills including planning and administration, staff supervision, and budgeting.

Proven ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships in diverse working environments internal and external to the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus.

Demonstrated skill communicating effectively using a variety of methods and approaches. Strong writing skills.

Ability to work with a diverse student body and strong commitment to accessibility, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

Specialized knowledge and understanding of the functions of a comprehensive, centralized career services unit responsible for serving current students, new graduates, and alumni at a mid-large sized public university.

Knowledge of career development and college student development theories and issues.

Familiarity with professional standards and best practices in the field of career services including those of the National Association of Colleges & Employers and the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education.

Experience working across divisional and departmental college cultures.

Strong understanding of career-related technology and the growing role technology plays in the delivery of career-related programs, services, and education.

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.

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: . Telework: Up to 20% of the time. A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employees permanent/principal work location.

Work is conducted in a standard office environment sitting and/or standing at a desk for most work hours/days. Some evening and occasional weekend responsibilities related to areas of responsibility. Occasional in-state and out-of-state travel is required to attend work-related events and professional conferences.

Work includes sitting and/or standing at a desk for significant periods of time, mobility to work career events and travel to and from on-and-off campus meetings and presentations. Some light lifting.

About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: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 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelors 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 Minnesotas the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/ 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

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dr. Kari Much, Search Chair
Counseling Center
Phone: 507-389-1455
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: kari.much@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/
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 States 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 schools 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.

Benefits Overview

Posting Number: M392M
Re-posting:
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date: 01/26/2024
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, visit https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2606

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. 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. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This Vacancy Notice is available in alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.

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