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Working Title:
Dean of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Institution:
Ridgewater College
Classification Title:
MnSCU Administrator 6
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
HutchinsonRIDG - Willmar Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$93,713.00 - $149,940.00
Job Description
This position provides leadership, supervision, and administration for Liberal Arts and Sciences instructional programs and related support staff on the Willmar and Hutchinson campuses across all instructional modalities of Ridgewater College.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop, Lead, and Coordinate: Curriculum and program research, development, review, and assessment across on-campus, hybrid/blended, and online modalities; academic year (i.e., fall, spring, summer) course schedules and faculty loads; library and tutoring services, fostering innovation and alignment with academic goals; supervise and evaluate instructional programs and courses in collaboration with assessment and program review committees; provide leadership to faculty for the evaluation of student outcomes and the use of data to improve programs; coordinate the academic program review process, ensuring the quality and timely submission of reviews; partnership programs, projects, and initiatives within the community, region, and Minnesota State system; community outreach with external stakeholders.
Student Retention and Completion: Lead and coordinate college wide activities and initiatives focused on student retention and completion (e.g., see item 1 above), including engagement with faculty and staff to further such efforts; engage in collaborative work to develop new programs and/or revise existing programs and course delivery with specific focus on supporting the College's Strategic Enrollment Management efforts.
Recruit, Hire, Onboard, Lead, and Develop Faculty and Staff: Conduct routine/scheduled evaluations; guide and support faculty professional development plans and related activities; review and process employee leave requests (i.e., personal days, sick days) and time reporting (where applicable); provide feedback for applicable faculty sabbatical proposals and reports; understand and adhere to terms of respective Collective Bargaining Agreements (e.g., MSCF, AFSCME).
Fiscal Management: Plan, develop, and manage department budgets in collaboration with Vice President of Finance and Operations and in alignment with college mission, vision, and goals; seek out grant opportunities; administer grants and related activities as appropriate.
Organizational Leadership: Provide leadership aligned with mission, vision, and goals of the division and Ridgewater College; work with faculty and the Director of Marketing and Outreach to identify areas for focused promotion to increase enrollment; collaborate with Enrollment and Advancement staff on enrollment related initiatives and issues; lead or serve on faculty/staff hiring committees as appointed by the President; serve on various college committees, workgroups, and related bodies; assist in development and implementation of college policies; administer College and Minnesota State policies and procedures; represent Ridgewater College at local, regional, state, and national meetings as requested by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Other Administrative Duties: Address student and/or faculty/staff concerns within the division; review and process student requests for atypical course additions/withdrawals; perform other duties as assigned to ensure academic and operational excellence while upholding a positive reputation of the College among external stakeholders.
Salary Range:
$93,713 - $149,940
Anticipated Hiring Wage: $100,000 -$120,000 (dependent on experience and internal equity)
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Master's degree, with coursework or professional training relevant to responsibilities of the position.
Experience:
Two or more years of teaching experience at the postsecondary level.
Demonstrated willingness to participate in activities supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Evidence of excellent interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
Ability to travel between campuses and for periodic conferences and off-site meetings and events; must possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualification
Education: Earned doctorate or terminal degree relevant to responsibilities of the position.
Experience:
Leadership experience in a unionized environment.
Previous experience as a college or university administrator.
Teaching or leadership experience within the Minnesota State system.
Understanding of and commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
Collaborative leadership style.
Teaching or academic leadership experience across a variety of course and program modalities (e.g., on-campus, hybrid/blended, online).
Other Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday- Friday: (8:00AM- 4:30PM)
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Institution Information
MISSION : Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.
VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
Empowerment - We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
Excellence - We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes.
Trust and Respect - We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
Collaboration - We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
Curiosity and Creativity - We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
Accountability - As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.
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:
11-24-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
09-12-2025
Close Date:
10-11-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky
Posting Contact Email:
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu
