This position is open to all Minnesota West campuses (Worthington, Jackson, Canby, Pipestone, Granite Falls).Job DescriptionThe Provost serves as Minnesota West Community Technical College?s Chief Academic and Student Affairs Officer. This position provides educational and administrative strategic, data-informed leadership to Academic and Student Affairs Deans and Directors to achieve a high standard of excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, strategic enrollment management, workplace solutions, marketing, instructional and student support technologies, management and operation of student services and faculty and professional growth.The Provost will provide the vision and overall guidance for policy formulation, educational planning, institutional effectiveness, the Higher Learning Commission and programmatic accreditation processes, budgeting and new program development in an integrated instructional and student service setting. The Provost will report to the College President and serve as the chief administrative representative on Academic Affairs and Standards Council and participate in various Minnesota State, community, state and national organizations. As a senior leader of the college, this position provides critical input to the president on key college issues and opportunities and serves as a key member of the president?s cabinet.Responsibilities IncludeData informed strategic leadership of academic and student affairs, information technology, workplace solutions and financial aid.Academic and Student Affairs planning, growth and institutional effectivenessStudent success, strategic enrollment management, and marketingEnsuring financial stability within the divisionContribute to college-wide planning and decision makingParticipate in System, state, and national initiativesSupervise, evaluate and promote talent development and managementEquity and Inclusion focusing on policy development, strategic action, evaluation, and resource allocationMinimum QualificationsMaster?s degree; 3+ years of administrative experience at the level of Dean or higher; Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the comprehensive community and technical college; Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and rigor; Demonstrated commitment to enrollment management and student services that enhance persistence, progression, and completion rates; Demonstrated ability to work successfully with individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives; Demonstrated experience in curriculum design; Knowledge and experience in mentoring and professional development; Established reputation for celebrating and appreciating successes; Experience managing complex budgets; Preferred QualificationDoctorate degree; 3+ years higher education teaching experience; Demonstrated success developing and sustaining new academic programs; Demonstrated success in designing and implementing effective enrollment management strategies; Knowledge and experience with policies and practices relating to excellence in teaching; curriculum development; instructional program planning and budgeting; program innovation, assessment, program development and review; articulation/transfer; faculty evaluation; staff development; distance and on-line education; course and faculty scheduling; technology to support instruction and overall college infrastructure; and customized training. Knowledge and experience in the areas of fostering relationships with public school and workforce partners; Experience working with employees in a collective bargaining environment; Experience with customized training or revenue-generating workforce solutions. Success in grant writing and administration.BilingualOther RequirementsYou must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter, resume and transcripts to your online application in order to be considered for this position.?All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment.?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 Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)Monday-FridayAboutMinnesota West Community and Technical College is a student-centered, open-access community and technical college within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The college provides transfer, occupational and career programs, workforce training, educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities. The College is committed to accomplishing its mission: Dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and Worthington and learning centers in Luverne and Marshall Minnesota. Students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in more than 60 disciplines.

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