MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Assistant Director of Career Development

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Working Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Assistant Director of Career Development

Institution:

Inver Hills Community CollegeMnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Inver Grove HeightsRosemount

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$25.29 - $36.71

Job Description

Inver Hills Community College (IHCC) and Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) are seeking an Assistant Director of Career Development to join the Student Life Team. This position plays a vital role in helping students and graduates gain the resources, skills, experiences, and connections needed to compete effectively in the labor market and secure employment in their chosen industries. The Assistant Director will work collaboratively with faculty and staff to create industry-related learning experiences, internships, and off-campus employment opportunities. Additionally, this role will serve as a liaison to the business community, fostering relationships and partnerships that expand job prospects for students.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop a comprehensive career coaching program that supports a diverse community and technical college student body

• Organize career development curriculum campus-wide through presentations, events, programs, and related opportunities

• Collect, organize, interpret, and share data on career services, employment, and job placement

• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner

Salary Range:

$25.29 - $36.71/ Hour; $52,806 - $76,650 Annually

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional experience in higher education in areas such as career and educational planning, academic support, advising, or teaching.

• Experience in program development and event coordination

• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written, oral and electronic)

• Knowledge, background, or experience working with diverse groups of students, faculty and employers

• Competency with computers (i.e., Microsoft Office, internet)

• Demonstrated ability to work independently on a variety of projects and as a member of a team

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree

• Knowledge of national Career Clusters and Pathways

• Mentoring/advising skills

• Experience creating strategic partnerships

• Understanding of the structure of academic programs offered at the colleges

• Marketing and public relations skills

Other Requirements:

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 - Friday; 7:30am - 4:00pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Application Procedure:

Please upload the following information with your application:

• Current Resume: Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications to be considered. Include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and Indicate average hours worked per week for each job

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest

• Transcript (If applicable, unofficial transcripts are acceptable)

Internal Applicants:

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub.  Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.

Contact:

If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Angela Loza, HR Coordinator at angela.loza@inverhills.edu or hr@inverhills.edu and or at 651-450-3371.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

About:

Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills, we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus.. Through career exploration and professional preparation, our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.

Inver Hills is aligned with Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Located nine miles away on County Road 42 via U.S. Route 52, DCTC offers a broad range of professional, technical, and liberal arts programs that complement academic programs at Inver Hills. Both Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

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:

09-24-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

08-15-2025

Close Date:

08-27-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Julia Glenn

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]