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Working Title:
MnSCU Admin-9 - Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs

Institution:
Normandale Community College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Administrator 9

Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

City:
Bloomington

FLSA:
Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:
$122,203.00 - $195,175.00
Normandale Community College will be hosting a virtual open house on Thursday, October 8th at 11:00 AM CST for applicants to learn more about the college and culture. Register in advance for this webinar-style open house. After registering, you will receive an email with information for how to join. Click here to register for the open house.

Classification: MnSCU Administrator 9

Unlimited, Full-time

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday - Friday)

Hybrid (telework 2x/week)

** We are aware of a Workday system issue that may cause an incorrect salary range to appear elsewhere in this posting. Please refer to the salary range listed below as the official range for this position.

Salary Range: Annually from $119,222 - 166,684

*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

The vacancy is posted on-line from Monday, September 21st through Monday October 12th until 11:59 PM.

THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT

The Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs reports to the President, serves as the senior academic affairs officer, and has primary responsibility for leadership, management, strategic direction, policy development, and oversight for the academic affairs division. The Provost/Vice President provides critical leadership in enhancing and supporting the mission of the College by providing a range of academic services and programs to support students' academic success and meet the diverse educational needs of students and the College community.

The Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs provides the leadership, vision, and oversight for instructional programs. This position provides the vision and guidance for policy formulation, educational planning and new program development in an integrated instructional, academic support and student success setting. The Provost/Vice President is also responsible for academic planning, teaching, research, partnerships, and continuing education.

The Provost/Vice President, as the colleges' chief academic affairs officer, provides administrative leadership and oversight of a large, complex college division which currently includes but is not limited to: Academic Operations; Business, Social Sciences, and Education; Humanities; Health Sciences; STEM; and Continuing Education/Customized Training.

The Provost/Vice President serves on the President's cabinet and provides broad advice and assistance to the President in establishing and meeting the strategic direction of the college. As a member of the president's senior administrative team, the Provost/Vice President develops policy and procedure on institutional issues, represents the College in Minnesota State decision-making and with other external agencies and bodies, and serves as a college officer/representative on public occasions.

This position will directly contribute to the achievement of the college's strategic goals through individual, divisional, and college-wide efforts. The ideal candidate in this role is a visionary, inspiring, and transformational leader committed to the principles of equity and inclusion, and has a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management in a mission-driven organization.

Reports to: College President

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications required to be considered for an interview:

• Master's degree
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience within academic affairs at a college or university
• Experience as an academic dean or equivalent position at the college or university level
• Experience as a college or university faculty member, including teaching responsibilities and engagement in academic scholarship, curriculum development, and assessment of student learning, demonstrating an understanding of teaching, learning, and the academic mission of higher education
• Experience in the areas of leadership, strategic planning, program development and evaluation, budget management, and supervision
• Demonstrated cultural competency and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and needs of college students, staff, and faculty
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people from a variety of backgrounds, and exceptional written, oral, and public speaking skills
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative planning and shared governance in a multi-contract collective bargaining environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the mission and values of a community college, with an understanding and appreciation of equity, inclusion, and belonging principles in higher education

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree
• Demonstrated experience leading innovation and organizational change as related to academic programs and workforce development
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with demanding and high stress situations, multiple priorities, and varied situations simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative, equitable solutions and make data-informed decisions to complex management and operational challenges
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to build trust, teamwork, and cooperation among faculty, administrators and staff
• Knowledge and understanding of higher education accreditation, FERPA laws, and student records

WHY NORMANDALE

Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 17,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 54% of whom are students of color and nearly 27% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE

As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.

For information on benefits, visit SEGIP's website SEGIP. This position is also part of the Personnel Plan for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Administrators. The following link (https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/contracts/administrators-plan.pdf) outlines many additional benefits provided.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please submit your online application and supporting information to: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Bloomington/Vice-President--People---Culture---MnSCU-Admin-7_JR[redacted] (To be updated upon link creation)

• Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how your qualifications align with the requirements of this position;
• Upload (attach) current resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:
12-16-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:
09-21-2026

Close Date:
10-13-2026

Posting Contact Name:
Angela Marisha Steward-Randle

Posting Contact Email: