Associate Director Residential Life (SA26019)
Associate Director Residential Life (SA26019)
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Working Title:
Associate Director Residential Life (SA26019)Institution:
Minnesota State University MankatoClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service FacultyCity:
MankatoFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
$63405.00 - $128300.00Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on September 5 2025 and continue until the position has been filled.
POSITION: Probationary; Range E*
Job Description
The Associate Director is one of two Associate Directors who serve as the second in command for the Residence Education unit as well as the Department of Residential Life. This position will make decisions in the absence of the Director of Residential Life within their unit and potentially for the department depending on the situation with a total budget in excess of 27 million dollars.
The Associate Director for Residential Life (Residence Education) exists to lead direct and manage the Residential Education unit within the department of Residential Life. This includes all aspects of the Minnesota State Universitys Residence Education Program encompassing five building complexes (four owned and one master-leased) 3000 students and a budget in excess of 3.8M. The Associate Director is responsible for planning organizing directing and managing the Residence Education staff through the hiring training and direct supervision of 4 Assistant Directors and indirect supervision of 9 full time Hall Directors 5 graduate assistants 68 Community Advisors 70 Desk Assistants.
The Associate Director continually recommends develops implements and enforces policies and procedures in support of the Residence Education unit and the Department of Residential Life. The Associate Director specific responsibilities include but are not limited to student advocacy student discipline program planning academic success first generation support anddiversity/equity/inclusion evaluation and assessment of learner outcomes training supervision budgeting and policy compliance within the Minnesota State Mankatos Department of Residential Life.
The Associate Director directs and manages all aspects of the Residence Education conduct process including providing work leadership to the Assistant Director for Conduct and Engagement. The Associate Director also works collaboratively with the Associate Director of Residential Life(Facilities) in the implementation of summer conferences program. Additionally the Associate Director collaborates with other departments within the Division of Student Affairs and the University and represents the department to external constituents.
This position has been designated as weather and emergency the event of a short-term University closure or emergency event incumbent is required to report to work and respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at: Qualifications
Masters Degree in College Student Personnel or related field and minimum of five years post masters experience in Residential Life (or related student affairs area) prior to start of employment.
Minimum of seven years full-time experience (post bachelors and prior to start of employment) in Residential Life or related student affairs area may be substituted for masters degree and five-year post masters experience.
Knowledge skills and abilities to perform duties and responsibilities described above:
Campus ecology counseling strategies crisis intervention and response student development theories and their application in practice.
Needs assessment curriculum/programming development learning outcomes evaluating the effectiveness of programs and service delivery.
Federal state local system-wide and University laws and regulations impacting student affairs.
Operations policies and procedures within Residential Life and the Division of Student Affairs.
Comprehensive knowledge of the complex laws policies and best practices applicable to residence hall students including FERPA ADA Fair Housing Act and all Minnesota State policies and procedures applicable to student housing on campus.
Skills in:
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organizational and administrative skills -time management supervision budgeting programming planning training
Creative problem solving mediation and conflict resolution
Demonstrated commitment to students with diverse backgrounds including but not limited to students of color LGBTQ students first-generation students students with disabilities and international students.
Prior to the date of appointment this position requires a criminal background check conducted by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).
Preferred Qualification
Seven years post masters experience in Residential Life (or related student affairs area) prior to start of employment.
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Experience with the student conduct process (hearing officer conduct board advisor/member) in a university setting.
Excellent communication skills including verbal written and interpersonal.
Demonstrated supervision experience (graduate or professional staff).
Excellent administrative skills including an ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated effectiveness in applying student development theory.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a wide range of university personnel.
Commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment
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 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: position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.66 to 299C.71 Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employees responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges allegations convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check.
Overnight travel might be required for attending conferences/workshops recruiting and interviewing staff and for staff training.
Telework
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:
Case by Case/Situational Telework: Up to 20% of the time. 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:
Matt Burns
Residential Life Facilities
Minnesota State University Mankato
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.
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date:
Open Date:
0Close Date:
Posting Contact Name:
Lacie R Mitchell-GarzaPosting Contact Email:
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
