Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Education, College of
Unit: Field and International Experience211, MSUAASF
Location: Mankato
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Employment Condition:
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Posting Details:
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on March 31, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
POSITION: Fixed Term; Range C*

Salary Minimum: $44,354
Salary Maximum: $76,826
Salary Type: Annual
Bargaining Unit/Plan: 211, MSUAASF

Job Description:
In partnership with the College Education, the Assistant Director for the Office of Field and international Experience (OFIE) will place P-12 teacher candidates within sites in public school districts. The Assistant Director will facilitate, manage, and nurture relationship building. In addition, the Assistant Director will serve as the instructor for College of Education First Year Experience courses, co-teach seminars for student teachers or other teacher preparation related courses. The Assistant Director will also be involved with collaborative planning, preparation and delivery of professional development activities for students, university and/or public school faculty.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Education, Human Resources, Communication, Human Services, or related area. (conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)

• Demonstrated skill with oral and written communication.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Masters Degree in Education, Human Resources, Communication, Human Services, or related area.

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  Minimum of two (2) years professional work experience with P-12 schools or higher education.

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  Demonstrated teaching experience with grades K-12.

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  Demonstrated knowledge in coaching, mentoring, and assessment of teacher and/or teacher candidate performance

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  Demonstrated Experience with instructional/educational technology.

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  Demonstrated skill with word processing and excel.

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  Demonstrated organizational skills.

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  Demonstrated ability for handling multiple projects simultaneously.

Other Requirements:
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes (check all that apply): Please Note: Work modes are at the discretion of management and implemented in accordance with the previously mentioned policies.

• Telework: A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employees permanent/principal work location. Up to 20% of the time

Must have a vaild U.S. drivers license.

Travel will be required to school sites where students are engaged in field experience for student teaching and/or pre-student teaching placement.

Materials must be transported when professional development activities are planned and delivered by this position.

About:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu

• The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

University Demographics Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: Enhancing access and student success. Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here. https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name-Minnesota State University, Mankato.Serving approximately 14,000 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelors through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesotas the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website: https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/ A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.

• Cover Letter
• Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact Information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
• A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement presenting a commitment to or experience working in an equity-minded environment
  

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Elizabeth Finsness, Ph.D
Director, Office of Field and International Experience
Office of Field & International Experience
Phone: 507-389-1123
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: elizabeth.finsness@mnsu.edu

• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/

NOTICE: 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 MN States vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schools policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: https://www.mnsu.edu/university-life/health-and-safety/university-security/personal-safety-and-alerts/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/ You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu

Benefits Info:
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.

Select the ASF Summary (Administrative & Service Faculty) link from the list for specifics of that plan.

Benefits Overview

Posting Number: M311M
Re-posting:
Number of Vacancies: 1
Desired Start Date:
Position End Date (if temporary):
Open Date: 03/10/2023
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary:

To apply, visit https://minnesotastate.peopleadmin.com/postings/2386
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