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Working Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - African American Empowerment Coordinator

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$25.29 - $36.71

Job Description

This position’s purpose is to lead the day-to-day operations of the African American Empowerment (AME) initiative, co-lead the Bridging the Equity Gap (BTEG) Scholarship Program, and antevasin programs, through providing a full range of retention, programming, and outreach services to support the academic success of African and African American students. This position will develop, evaluate and implement methods of linking Minneapolis College students to the opportunities that AME/BTEG offer to the campus community.

This position recruits prospective students by developing relationships with students and their families through enrollment services. The position serves to actively provide retention services and make informative program decisions through academic advising, special initiatives and monitoring key success indicators for student retention and degree completion. The outreach efforts includes working closely with Minneapolis and Saint Paul public schools, community organizations, co-chairing various committees and program sponsored events, public speaking, recruiting, tutoring, event and workshop planning.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

+ Coordinate and develop African American Empowerment and BTEG programmingManage African American leadership development.

+ Engage in community outreach on behalf of Minneapolis College African American programs.

+ Manage advising system and corresponding reports for current programs.

+ Support Equity and Inclusion Division and other duties as assigned related to the operations of the African American Empowerment Initiative

Salary Range:

$25.29 - $36.71 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

+ Experience working with academic programs, enrollment management processes, and student affairs department resources and functions.

+ Knowledge of federal/State financial aid programs.

+ Knowledge of college policies and procedures for admissions.

+ Ability to make decisions, communicate and collaborate with others.

+ Knowledge and experience working in equity and inclusion

+ Knowledge of the market analysis, marketing, and targeting of student populations.

+ Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualification

+ Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis related to student development.

+ Experience advising, teaching, or related student services experience.

+ Ability to provide and maintain follow-up statistical reports on enrollment and retention of program participants.

+ Ability to persuade, motivate and lead students.

+ Experience working in a college setting.

+ Understanding of the interrelationships of student services with other college programs and units.

Other Requirements

Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position.

This posting will remain open until filled.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00am - 4:30pm / Monday - Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

This position is eligible for telework per Minneapolis College guidelines.

About

Minneapolis College offers extraordinary educational opportunity to 10,000 students annually with 100 plus degree options. The College has strong ties to corporate and industry partners that support student scholarships, provide state-of-the-art training and equipment, and offer internship and employment opportunities to the College's graduates. Minneapolis College is a member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the Minneapolis College Public Safety (http://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety) .

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (http://minneapolis.edu/information/veterans-services) employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.

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.

Application Procedure

Interested Individuals must apply online. Please provide a cover letter, electronic resume, and any other documents as needed. All upload documents need to be under Resume/CV section. Attach names and contact information of at least four (4) references, two (2) managers and (2) two professionals, who can directly address your qualifications for this position. Please detail your experience in the areas of responsibility and describe how you meet the minimum qualifications on your application. Applications submitted by any other method cannot be considered.

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.

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:

09-08-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

08-07-2025

Close Date:

Posting Contact Name:

Josh Kue

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]