Community and Work Based Learning Specialist - MnSCU Academic Professional 2
Community and Work Based Learning Specialist - MnSCU Academic Professional 2
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Working Title:
Community and Work Based Learning Specialist MnSCU Academic Professional 2Institution:
Riverland Community CollegeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional EmployeesCity:
AustinRIVR Albert Lea Campus RIVR Owatonna CampusFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
$25.29 $36.71Job Description
This position is based at all three Riverland Community College locations Albert Lea Austin and Owatonna Minnesota.
Please supply a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
The purpose of the Community and WorkBased Learning Specialist (Perkins Grant Coordinator) is to support quality career and technical education ensuring that every learner has equitable access to careerconnected learning through a network of knowledgeable partners. This position supports Carl Perkins grant development and implementation across the college and with secondary partners. This position also supports communitybased and workbased learning experiences primarily in the Career and Technical Education programs (CTE). This position aligns businesses with key academic programs to foster successful placement of students in experiential learning opportunities that increase completion rates and career placements with regional businesses. The Specialist will be responsible for the recruitment and onboarding of new Career & Technical industry partners and retention of existing partners program management data collection and reporting student outcome tracking graduation followup and alumni career connections that strengthen the program. This position will oversee workbased learning partnerships and serve as a liaison between faculty and businesses including apprenticeships internships dualtraining capstone projects and other workbased learning and career placement activities as well as oversight to ensure consistent practices across credit and noncredit programs in highdemand areas to build marketdriven career pathways for students. All employees of Riverland Community College are responsible for promoting a culture that supports diversity and inclusion in all forms as well as providing excellent customer service continuously to all internal and external contacts.
This position will have responsibilities at all three campuses.
Salary Range:
$52806.00 $76650.00
Minimum Qualifications
Two 2 years of professional workrelated experience. An associate degree could substitute for six months of workrelated experience.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Knowledge and/or familiarity with Career and Technical Education.
Ability to manage a complex budget.
Preferred Qualification
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience working in a higher education setting.
Direct experience with Carl Perkins grant priorities and Career and Technical Education.
Familiarity with workbased learning best practices and implementation.
Experience managing advisory boards or other committees comprised of industry partners.
Ability to maintain strong working relationships across internal and external partnerships.
Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish Somali Karen Anuak Nuer or other languages that reflect our student body workforce and communities.
Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.
Other Requirements
A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae. Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.
This position requires completing employment references and a drivers license background check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
8:00 am 4:30 pm / Monday through Friday
Telework (Yes/No)
Telework 1
About
Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees students and the region thrive. Guided by our vision mission and values we provide excellent opportunities for every student to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service collaboration innovation and respect. We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contribution with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the strength in varied experiences and perspectives enhancing our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.
HispanicServing Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging HispanicServing Institution. We welcome candidates with an understanding of HSIs and the Latinx student experience further enriching our inclusive community.
StudentCentered Education: With small class sizes personalized instruction and handson learning. Riverland offers studentcentered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and noncredit courses cater to various learning modalities.
Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea Austin and Owatonna Riverland provides associate degrees in more than 90 career options as well as liberal arts and sciences and customized training ensuring comprehensive educational opportunities for all.
Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems diverse recreational activities for all seasons and upscale communities enriching both personal and professional lives.
Join Riverland Community College where dedication to employees students and the region drives excellence in education and service.
To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State visit www.riverland.eduor www.minnstate.
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 pretax medical and dental expense (with rollover 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 wellbeing of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
Close Date:
Posting Contact Name:
Mary Ellen Greeley AbdoPosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
