MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

2d•$26 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This position acts as the primary liaison to prospective, new, and currently enrolled students in assigned programs college-wide and on the Thief River Falls campus. The incumbent serves as the primary advisor on individual advising, group advising, and teaching others how to advise. This position provides college-wide recruiting services as needed and coordinates the Thief River Falls annual campus graduation ceremony. - Act as a comprehensive advocate and advisor for students to ensure their success. - Collaborate with Academic & Student Affairs personnel to assess and improve first-year student experiences by addressing equity gaps. - Coordinate the Thief River Falls graduation ceremony.

Requirements

Three years of related professional work experience; a master’s degree may substitute for 18 months professional work experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for 12 months professional work experience; an associate degree may substitute for 6 months professional work experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of student development.
Experience with computer software applications and systems with the ability to create business correspondence, reports, and presentations.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently make decisions regarding workload and routine problems and/or situations.
Problem solving skills with the ability to set priorities, reason analytically, determine alternative solutions, and analyze and interpret information with a high degree of accountability and accuracy.
Excellent organizational, planning, and management skills.
Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) in order to communicate effectively without supervision or review, includes public speaking skills to present information in a clear and actionable way to small and large groups.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to explain and help interpret complex policies involving multiple departments, systems, and levels, such as records and registration, financial aid, business services, bookstore, and admissions.
Must submit CV or resume, and unofficial transcripts.
Applicants that do not submit the required application materials (CV/Resume and Official Transcripts) will not be considered.
In 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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate Degree in a related field, e.g. Human Resources, Public Administration, Social Work
Experience in higher education
Experience in developing academic plans
Knowledge of data privacy practices and FERPA
Experience providing academic and/or employment case management

Responsibilities

Act as a comprehensive advocate and advisor for students to ensure their success.
Collaborate with Academic & Student Affairs personnel to assess and improve first-year student experiences by addressing equity gaps.
Coordinate the Thief River Falls graduation ceremony.

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development
Federal 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 performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily 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.
tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents