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Working Title:

Director of Career Services & Internships

Institution:

North Hennepin Community College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Brooklyn Park

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$27.84 - $40.82

Job Description

The Director of Career Services at North Hennepin Community College provides career services leadership, program management, and content expertise to the institution. The position manages work direction for the department and career-related services for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and local workforce partners, which directly support the strategic mission and educational programs at the college.

Operating with limited supervision, the Career Services director uses data-informed decision-making to create, implement, and manage innovative programming that provides equitable experiential and co-curricular career-building opportunities for NHCC students. The director position supervises and develops graduate interns, student workers, and underrepresented youth interns while ensuring fiscal responsibility for grant funding and department expenses.

Externally, the director fosters relationships with local employers through advisory boards and committees to source internship partners and on-ramp career opportunities for students to enter the local workforce. Career Services employer partnerships support campus engagement with tabling, classroom visits, specialized career readiness programming, hiring events, and fairs.

Salary Range:

27.84 - 40.82 Hourly

Minimum Qualifications

+ Three years experience working in higher education or workforce development. A master’s degree may substitute for 2 years of experience, a bachelor’s degree may substitute for 1 year of experience, and an associate degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Experience working with a diverse student population.

+ Personal computing/technology skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; experience with and comfort utilizing multiple types of technology.

Preferred Qualification

+ Master’s degree

+ Experience creating and developing career and degree plans.

+ Previous experience in career, academic, or financial aid advising.

+ Familiarity with CRM tools and platforms.

+ Strong ability to learn, understand, and explain the academic standards of collegiate spaces their respective degree requirements.

+ Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of college student development and various learning styles.

Other Requirements

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Application Procedure

The vacancy is posted online from June 11, 2025, through June 29, 2025. Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m. on June 30, 2025.

_Note: Internal applicants need to apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday._

Application must include:

+ Letter of interest

+ Curriculum vitae (or resume)

+ College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening)

Telework (Yes)

Option to telework 2 days per week depending on department needs.

About

Why Choose NHCC?

Choose to work at North Hennepin Community College (NHCC) and you will be joining a vibrant, and diverse professional community who believe in the power of education to change lives. NHCC welcomes their students and values their employees.

About the College:

NHCC has a rich tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. Founded in 1966, the college is a respected, thriving comprehensive community college with a strong history of liberal arts education and career programs. NHCC is one of the largest and most diverse community colleges in the state of Minnesota. NHCC is a member of Minnesota State which is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the nation.

Offering more than 70 academic programs to over 10,000 students NHCC prepares students to transfer or for immediate entry into the workforce. The thriving campus is also home to more than 25 clubs and organizations supporting a largely part-time student body with co-curricular and recreational activities.

Join our NHCC community and help us create opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, succeed in their chosen professions, and make a difference in the world.

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:

07-01-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

06-11-2025

Close Date:

06-30-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Michelle Lynn Kiffmeyer

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]