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Position Available: Associate Director, American Indian Center,12 month full-time probationary (Vacancy Number 793485)

Salary: MSUAASF Range C, $36,636 - $61,608.

Date of Appointment: August 1, 2008 or negotiated date

Responsibilities: Beginning salary is dependent upon academic qualifications and experience and generally will not exceed the midpoint of the range. Provide daily management operations of the American Indian Center and provides leadership in the design and implementation of integrated recruitment, retention programs and activities, and various academic, educational, social and cultural programs. Provides individual advisement and advocacy to American Indian students. Serves as the project manager of the American Indian Studies Summer Institute, college-visitation program, and various admission programs. Provides leadership in the development and management of various department publications, resources, including the department website. Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, supervision, and evaluation of department graduate assistants. Oversees the assessment, evaluation and recommendation of department technology needs.

Qualifications and Experience:
Required: Master’s degree required in Counseling, Student Personnel or Higher Education Administration. Minimum of three years experience in student affairs, counseling or higher education setting. Must be committed to serving a student population with diverse cultural backgrounds, academic interests and goals. Preferred: Knowledge and experience in the overall operation, management, training related to student support service programs, with a blend of experience in recruitment and retention. Demonstrated knowledge, skill and experience in working with students of color, underserved and underrepresented student populations. Evidence of commitment to cultural and ethnic diversity. Evidence of effective supervision skills. Ability to work with faculty, staff and students. Ability to resolve complex situations while maintaining a supportive service atmosphere that is effective, flexible, and fiscally sound.

Apply to:
St. Cloud State University
American Indian Center
Theresa Holubar, OAS
720 Fourth Avenue South
St. Cloud , MN 56301-4498
Phone: 320.308.5449
Fax: 320.308.5451

Application Information: American Indians are strongly encouraged to apply. A complete application will include a letter of application, vita, transcript(s) (unofficial or copies accepted for initial screening), and the names, addresses and phone numbers of at least three current, professional references. Review of applications will commence on July 8, 2008; position will remain open until filled.

Application Deadline: July 8, 2008

Department Information:SCSU: American Indian Center

The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds. SCSU is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT, persons with disabilities and veterans. SCSU is a member of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.

SCSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer.

In accordance with federal regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. This material can be given to you in an alternative format such as large print, Braille, etc., by contacting the department listing this vacancy. TTY: 1-800-627-3529