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Working Title:
Associate Director Residential Life (SA26019)
Institution:
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Classification Title:
MSUAASF Range E
Bargaining Unit / Union:
211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty
City:
Mankato
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$63,405.00 - $128,300.00
Application 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 University's 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, and diversity/equity/inclusion, evaluation and assessment of learner outcomes, training, supervision, budgeting and policy compliance within the Minnesota State Mankato's 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 essential. In 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: http://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html .
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Degree in College Student Personnel or related field and minimum of five years post master's experience in Residential Life (or related student affairs area) prior to start of employment.
Minimum of seven years full-time experience (post bachelor's and prior to start of employment) in Residential Life or related student affairs area may be substituted for master's degree and five-year post master's 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 master's 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 school's 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: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ (http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/Y) . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu .
This position requires a valid, applicable driver's license, as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active, valid, and, applicable driver's license if they drive a vehicle on state business. For further information, please refer to the Driver's License and Record Check Policy (HR/LR Policy #1419), which can be found at: https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1419-hrpolicy-dlrchecks.pdf .
This 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 employee's 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: www.mnsu.edu .
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: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html .
Destination 2030 , the University's 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 44,500 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 name-Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 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 Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/ .
APPLICATION 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: 507-389-1090
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: matthew.burns@mnsu.edu
*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: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/
NOTICE: 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 State's 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:
10-15-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
08-15-2025
Close Date:
12-31-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Lacie R Mitchell-Garza
Posting Contact Email:
lacie.mitchell-garza@mnsu.edu
