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Job Summary:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Strategy and Innovation the Planning and Strategic Initiatives Coordinator supports planning processes and project activities that advance mission-aligned priorities. Under general supervision this role assists with cross-functional coordination tracks annual planning progress and provides administrative support for process improvement and project execution across the College. The coordinator supports the development implementation and monitoring of strategic and operational initiatives that align with the institutions long-term vision and goals bridging strategic planning project management and annual institutional planning.

Job Duties:

• Strategic Project Management

• Annual Planning Oversight

• Strategic Planning Integration and Implementation

• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $23.98 - $34.69 hourly.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in higher education institutional effectiveness or a related role (A Bachelors degree in from accredited institution in related field can substitute for one year of experience).

• Knowledgeof planning facilitation and project management.

• Ability to interpret and communicate diverse types of data to support planning operational effectiveness and decision-making processes for a variety of audiences.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities establish measurable outcomes and track and report progress toward institutional objectives while meeting deadlines and coordinating efforts across diverse teams in an organized and adaptable manner.

• Strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders build consensus foster engagement and navigate complex institutional priorities through active listening and relationship-building.

• Familiarity with project management software data visualization tools digital whiteboards and strategic planning platforms.

• Ability to use software applications such as Microsoft Office or similar systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a relevant field

• Familiarity with facilitation techniques design thinking preferred

• Experience in a higher education setting particularly in areas related to institutional planning accreditation or student success initiatives.

• Experience in program evaluation for planning and assessing program effectiveness

• Ability to work in ambiguous environments and regularly problem solve

• Knowledge of trends challenges and opportunities in the higher education landscape particularly in community colleges.

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Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes telework opportunities may be available for this position.

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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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