Assistant Director for Campus Programs (SA25065)
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Working Title:
Assistant Director for Campus Programs (SA25065)Institution:
Minnesota State University MankatoClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service FacultyCity:
MankatoFLSA:
Non Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
$47607.00 - $93342.00Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on August 8 2025 and continue until the position has been filled.
POSITION: Probationary; Range C*
Job Description
This position provides direction and supervises the Student Events Team leads the Homecoming Committee and participates in the development and implementation of Welcome Week Family Weekend Winter Welcome Week and student focus engagement activities. This position serves as the campus programming specialist/liaison for Student Activities with University Scheduling and provides supervision to assigned interns undergraduate employees and Graduate Assistant.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in College Student Personnel Higher Education Educational Leadership or related field of study.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in student union student activities or student affairs field or equivalent; graduate work may be included.
Supervisory/advisory experience.
Budgetary experience.
Expertise in programming event planning and large event production Awareness of and the commitment to the educational and cultural benefits of multiculturalism.
Required evening and weekend work at various times of the year.
Preferred Qualification
Ability to serve as a team member developing a comprehensive student involvement program.
Understanding and ability to apply student and learning outcome theories.
Knowledge of a comprehensive student activities program including programming student organization and leadership development.
Knowledge of comprehensive marketing campaigns including graphic design principles social media marketing and paid advertising.
Demonstrated knowledge or experience with human resources management.
Experience with contract negotiations execution and management preferably in an event management setting.
Experience in risk management crowd control and emergency response planning with a demonstrated ability to ensure safety and security in dynamic environments.
Commitment to the educational goals of student activities and knowledge of college union philosophy.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of student development theory.
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.
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: may also request a paper copy from University Security at or by emailing .
This position requires evening and weekend work in addition to daytime hours. Some weeks may exceed 40 hours in 5 days which are flexible and coordinated with position supervisor. Must have a valid drivers license.
This position requires a valid applicable drivers license as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active valid and applicable drivers license if they drive a vehicle on state business. For further information please refer to the Drivers License and Record Check Policy (HR/LR Policy #1419) which can be found at: pushing and carrying equipment and materials. Required occasional overnight travel. Exposure to amplified sound.
Telework
Yes - Up to 5% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this position MMB Policy #1422 and University policies relating to flexible work this position is eligible for the following work modes:
Case by Case/Situational Telework. A position that may include a temporary reassignment or work outside the permanent/principal work location to meet short-term needs
About
Additional information on Minnesota State University Mankato can be found at: .
The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
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: 2030 the Universitys strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023 commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity inclusion and belonging. 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 44500 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 nameMinnesota State University Mankato.
Serving approximately 17900 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 and1175 international students from 95 countries cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships with 1600 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: PROCEDURES:
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 presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Crystal Watts Assistant Director for Community Engagement
Student Activities
Minnesota State University Mankato
173 Centennial Student Union
Mankato MN 56001
Phone:
TTY: or 711
*Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: 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.
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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Posting Contact Name:
Lacie R Mitchell-GarzaPosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
