Dean of Technical Instruction

Classification: MnSCU Excluded Administrator – Range 6
Campus: Willmar
Labor Plan: Personnel Plan for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Administrators
Employment Condition: Full Time, Unlimited
Classified Status: Unclassified
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $100,000- $120,000 (dependent on experience and internal equity)
Salary Range:

• Provides administrative oversight and supervision primarily to technical programs, including, but not limited to: Agriculture, Veterinary Technology, Activity Director, Cosmetology, Education, Early Childhood Education, Occupational Skills, Peace Officer/Criminal Justice, Electrician, and Plumbing Technician, offerings on both campuses of Ridgewater College.
• Aligns division and program goals with the college’s academic and strategic plan and the system’s strategic directions (established by the Board of Trustees).
• Lead initiatives and day-to-day activities focused on eliminating the educational equity gaps for first-generation students, Pell-eligible, indigenous students and students of color.
• Works collaboratively to create and implement continuous improvement initiatives to grow enrollment, improve retention and expand quality learning opportunities for students.

1. Develop, Lead, and Coordinate: Curriculum and program research, development, review, and assessment across on-campus, hybrid/blended, and online modalities; academic year (i.e., fall, spring, summer) course schedules and faculty loads; department chair and program advisory committee processes; partnership programs, projects, and initiatives within the community, region, and Minnesota State system; community outreach with external stakeholders. 
2. Student Retention and Completion: Lead and coordinate college wide activities and initiatives focused on student retention and completion (e.g., see item 1 above), including engagement with faculty and staff to further such efforts; engage in collaborative work to develop new programs and/or revise existing programs and course delivery with specific focus on supporting the College’s Strategic Enrollment Management efforts.
3. Recruit, Hire, Onboard, Lead, and Develop Faculty and Staff: Conduct routine/scheduled evaluations; guide and support faculty professional development plans and related activities; review and process employee leave requests (i.e., personal days, sick days) and time reporting (where applicable); provide feedback for applicable faculty sabbatical proposals and reports; understand and adhere to terms of respective Collective Bargaining Agreements (e.g., MSCF, AFSCME). 
4. Fiscal Management: Plan, develop, and manage department budgets in alignment with college mission, vision, and goals; seek out grant opportunities; administer grants and related activities as appropriate. 
5. Organizational Leadership: Provide leadership aligned with mission, vision, and goals of the division and Ridgewater College; work with faculty and the Director of Marketing to identify specific programs each year for focused promotion to increase enrollment; lead or serve on faculty/staff hiring committees as appointed by the President; serve on various college committees, workgroups, and related bodies; assist in development and implementation of college policies; administer College and Minnesota State policies and procedures; represent Ridgewater College at local, regional, state, and national meetings as requested by the Vice President of Student Success. 
6. Other Administrative Duties: Address student and/or faculty/staff concerns within the division; review and process student requests for atypical course additions/withdrawals; perform other duties as assigned to ensure academic and operational excellence while upholding positive reputation of the College among external stakeholders. 

• Education: Master’s degree, with coursework or professional training relevant to responsibilities of the position.  

• Two or more years of teaching experience at the postsecondary level. 
• Demonstrated willingness to participate in activities supporting a culture of continuous improvement. 
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.  
• Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations. 
• Ability to travel between campuses and for periodic conferences and off-site meetings and events; must possess a valid driver’s license. 

• Education: Earned doctorate or terminal degree relevant to responsibilities of the position.

• Leadership experience in a unionized environment. 
• Previous experience as a college or university administrator.  
• Teaching or leadership experience within the Minnesota State system. 
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.  
• Collaborative leadership style. 
• Teaching or academic leadership experience across a variety of course and program modalities (e.g., on-campus, hybrid/blended, online). 

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• 11 paid holidays each year
• Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)
• Dental Insurance (low deductibles)
• Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Retirement Plan
• Tax-deferred Compensation
• Generous vacation and sick leave

• Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
• Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
• Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
• Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
• Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
• Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
• Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.