Technology Professional

CLASSIFICATION:          MnSCU Administrator Range 6 (Unclassified MnSCU Administrators’ Plan)

POSITION TITLE:           Dean of Staples

EMPLOYMENT CONDITION: Full-Time Unlimited (1.00 FTE)

Central Lakes College is hiring an Administrator that will cultivate CLC’s culture of caring and our strategic pillars: inspires learning, advances innovation and transforms lives, at our Staples campuses. The Dean will provide leadership and supervision of the Staples Campuses and academic programs in Health, Transportation, Manufacturing, and Agriculture for two rural campuses located in Staples, MN. Working under the direction of the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, the Dean will be the key contact for the Staples campuses and assist with the daily operations in non-academic departments such as student affairs, facilities, etc., in addition to representing CLC as part of the executive leadership team in the Staples Community.

The Staples community, including Todd and Wadena counties, is an active, growing community offering a wide array of activities and amenities. A small town with rich arts programming and a vast variety of businesses of all shapes and sizes. A top-rated healthcare system and a school system with a history of academic and athletic excellence. The Dean of the Staples Campuses will have a key role in developing relationships and partnerships within the community while supporting college and community initiatives.

The Staples Dean will work collaboratively with CLC employees to coordinate the college’s grant development process by identifying grants, and assisting in writing grant proposals that will generate revenue and advance the College’s strategic priorities.

Tentative start date of 7/7/2020

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of teaching experience.
• Three years of supervisory and leadership experience.
• Experience with program and/or regional or national accreditation.
• Demonstrated experience working with Career and Technical Programs.
• Experience writing and coordinating grants.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
• Demonstrate a willingness to participate in activities supporting a culture of caring.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, human relations, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel (20%).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in higher education.
• Supervisory experience in a union environment.
• Previous experience as an administrator in a college or university, preferably within the Minnesota State System.
• Experience in strategic planning and budget development.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective project management skills and the ability to analyze, interpret and present data.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online at http://www.clcmn.edu/human-resources/academic-and-administrator-job-opportunities/– this position will remain open until filled.  You must apply online and attach an electronic resume and a copy of your transcript(s) to your online application in order to be considered for this position.  Paper applications and resumes will not be considered.

The position will be open until filled. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2020.

LINKS:

• Employment for this position is covered by the MnSCU Administrators plan which can be found at:
  http://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/2017-2019%20Administrators%20Plan_Final.pdf
• Learn more about CLC by visiting our web site: clcmn.edu 
• Learn more about the area:  explorebrainerdlakes.com and www.greaterstaples.com

NOTICE OF VACANCY:  It is the policy of Central Lakes College to ensure that the selection for this position is accessible to all candidates.   Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Director of Human Resources, 218-855-8054 or for Hard of Hearing and Deaf users call Minnesota Relay 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.   This Vacancy Notice is available in alternative format upon request. In accordance with INS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States.

NOTICE:  In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

501 West College Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401 (218) 855-8000 FAX: (218) 855-8057
1830 Airport Road, Staples, MN 56479 (218) 894-5100 FAX: (218) 894-5186

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.