Job DescriptionThe Dean of Academic Affairs is a college-wide academic and campus leader who assumes primary responsibility for the supervision and assessment of all academic programs, instructional programming, personnel, and other areas designated by the Vice President of Academic Student Affairs (VPASA). The Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible to the VPASA and has broad accountability, within the shared governance framework, for ensuring quality instructional and academic programming. The Dean of Academic Affairs fosters, supports, and enhances a mission-driven academic environment that centers the student at the forefront of decision-making and is expected to engage as a collaborative member of the Academic Student Affairs (ASA) team to maintain a positive, collegial, and productive environment.This position is charged with enhancing and increasing access, engagement, retention, and learner satisfaction consistent with the College?s strategic planning and best practices as well as promoting fiscal responsibility and accountability through transparent and collaborative programmatic budget development and assessments. This deanship?s primary areas of responsibility will be in career and technical education programs at Northland and is charged with identifying, building, fostering, supporting, and enhancing Academic Student Affairs? relationship with local and regional industry partners. Although based out of Northland?s Aerospace location in Thief River Falls, the dean is accountable for ensuring the quality and integrity of assigned academic/career technical programming and supervising assigned faculty college-wide including the College?s facilities in Roseau and Warroad. The chosen candidate would get to choose which campus is their home location. This position directs applicable academic operations at the Aerospace location with authority to make decisions on issues of an acute nature.Provide innovative instructional leadership for the College in collaboration with Deans Council Supervise and evaluate instructional programs and courses in collaboration with Deans Council and the Assessment Program Review Committee.Provide fiscal oversight in assigned areas.Provide necessary services in areas of assigned responsibility.Cultivate and maintain relationships with all stakeholders (e.g. students, faculty, staff, peers, community agencies, advisory committees, business and industry partners as well as secondary and higher education partners).Perform other duties as assigned. Salary Range:$93,713.00 - $149,940.00 Minimum QualificationsMaster?s degree from a regionally (institutionally) accredited college or university; AND at least three years (6 semesters) of experience in educational leadership positions with progressive levels of responsibility as faculty or administrator; AND at least three years (6 semesters) of teaching experience at the post-secondary level.Credential in a career technical field.Ability to travel weekly to be physically present at Northland locations in Thief River Falls and East Grand Forks a minimum of two (2) days per week each. This position is NOT eligible for telework.Demonstrated success in building partnerships with industry.Preferred QualificationDeep understanding of using data-informed assessment for continuous improvement.Experience working in a union environment.Previous experience working in a technical, community and/or comprehensive community technical college.Leadership maturity and ability to apply appropriate perspective to situations that allow for creative solutions to the multitude of daily situations that arise.Knowledge of Higher Learning Commission policies and procedures including assessment for continuous improvement.Evidence of incorporating a growth mindset into previous work.Other RequirementsMust submit: Resume cover letterKnowledge of:Dual/Concurrent enrollmentMinnesota State College Universities? Guided Learning Pathways and Minnesota Career Clusters.Skillsets:Skilled and effective use of written, verbal, and non-verbal communication.Problem solving to manage diverse and complex situations.Evidence of consistent use of data to inform decision-making.Effectively supervise, evaluate, motivate, and develop faculty and staff.Ability to:Manage conflict, change, and transformation effectively.Consistently follow through.Frequently travel between Northland locations (mainly East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls with occasional travel to Roseau and Warroad).Occasionally travel overnight and work non-standard hours.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)Days/M-FTelework (Yes/No)NoAboutIn accordance with the Minnesota State?s Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState?s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.Northland is a comprehensive two-year community technical college with campuses in East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls, MN. We are united as one college to increase educational access, support student success, strengthen partnerships, and advance equity in the communities we serve.Working together to improve the state we love.What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?A sense of purpose in their workConnection with their coworkers and communitiesOpportunities for personal and professional growthBenefitsAs an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.Your benefits may include:Paid vacation and sick leave12 paid holidays each yearLow-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plansFertility care, including IVFDiabetes careDental and orthodontic care for adults and children6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted childrenPension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)Employer paid life insuranceto provide support for your family in the event of deathShort-term and long-term disabilityinsurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injuryTax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent careResources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-beingSupport to help you reach your career goals:Training, classes, and professional developmentFederal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performanceCommon sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issuesDaily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.Other InformationEmployment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document athttp://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State 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 contact Kari Beito at 218-683-8632 or email kari.beito@northlandcollege.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed.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 ($150 - $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.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.

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