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Dean, College of Education (AA25095)
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Position Number: 4782283
Location: Mankato, MN
Position Type: Deans - Education

Dean, College of Education (AA25095)

Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Academic Affairs
Unit: Academic Affairs220, Minnesota State Administrators/State Managerial Plan
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Exempt
Employment Condition: At Will
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Work Schedule/Hours/Days:

Posting Details:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on December 29, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
POSITION: At Will (Range 11)*

Salary Minimum:
Salary Maximum:
Salary Type: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 220, Minnesota State Administrators/State Managerial Plan

Job Description:
The Dean of the College of Education will provide innovative, equity-minded and creative leadership to fulfill the vision of the College to "inspire lifelong learning and professional engagement through racial consciousness, social justice, and inclusion within a global context." The Dean serves as the senior executive officer of the college and reports directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean will oversee academic programs and maintain external accreditations; provide academic and administrative planning and budgeting; interpret & administer collective bargaining agreements; implement College and University policies; recruit, develop and evaluate faculty and staff; maintain positive student relations; fundraise and procure grants; maintain and develop external connections, advisory boards, collaboration and partnership; provide oversight for procurement and maintenance of College technology and facilities; promote, develop and encourage equity-minded and racially just programming and supports; and mentor department chairpersons. The Dean also oversees the Office of Assessment and Research, the Center for Educator Support, the Center for Educator Partnerships and Student Support, the Center for Engaged Leadership, the Office of Field and International Experience, and the Children's House. The College of Education includes the following departments: Elementary and Literacy Education, Counseling and Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, Special Education, Military Science, K-12 and Secondary Programs and Aviation.

This position has been designated as weather and emergency essential. In the event of a University closure or emergency event, incumbent is required to respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at http://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html

Required Qualifications:

Earned doctorate or other terminal degree (conferred on an official transcript by July 1, 2024).

Combination of higher education administration experience (with increasing levels of responsibility, at the level of department chair or higher), and faculty experience (commensurate with tenure and promotion to the rank of associate professor or professor in any discipline), with a track record of successful experience and accomplishments in teaching excellence and innovation and research/scholarly/creative endeavors.

Demonstrated commitment to fostering and advancing racial/social justice and equity in curriculum, communities, and engagements.

Demonstrated ability to promote student learning, engagement, and success, both undergraduate and graduate level.

Demonstrated commitment to leading and supporting academic program quality, including experience with program accreditation, at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.

Demonstrated ability to cultivate relationships and to develop public and private partnerships, with a variety of external College Partners and constituencies, to achieve goals.

Exceptional oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

Knowledge of current and emerging student populations and trends in birth-20 education, Military Science, and Aviation.

Record of identifying and securing grants, contracts, and/or gifts from state or federal agencies, foundations, private donors, and other sources.

Demonstrated ability to effectively lead in a collective bargaining and/or shared governance environment.

Demonstrated ability to develop strategies and budgets and implement those strategies to high impact programming and services.

Experience overseeing and/or delivering services of public interest, including customized training via revenue generating centers and institutes.

Demonstrated ability to supervise, develop, and/or lead a cross-functional team.

Ability to engage in professional leadership and service, as a senior academic administrator, at the state, regional, national, and international levels to advance strategic directions.

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.

Frequent evening and weekend work. Overnight travel required, as needed to meet the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Ability to travel regionally, nationally, and internationally, to meet with a wide variety of College Partners, and other constituencies, to meet the duties and responsibilities of the position.
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.

About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please visit our Career Opportunities page for the Prospectus for the Dean, College of Education: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/career-opportunities/faculty-and-administration/dean-college-of-education-aa25095/.

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

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 defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankatos goals?

CONTACT INFORMATION
Brittany McKibben
Executive Assistant, Office of the Provost
Phone: 507-389-2900
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: brittany.mckibben.2@mnsu.edu
*Employment for this position is covered by the compensation plan for the Minnesota State Administrator Plan which can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/hr/bargaining.html
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: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ 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 Administrator Summary link from the list for specifics of that plan.

Benefits Overview

Posting Number: M376M
Re-posting: No
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date: 07/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date: 11/07/2023
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, visit https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2590

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. 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.