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. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Classification: Academic Professional 2

Unlimited, Full-time

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday – Friday)

*A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable)

Salary Range: Hourly from $25.29 - $36.71; Annually from $52,806 to $76,650

*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

The vacancy is posted on-line from Friday March 28 – April 20 at 11:59pm

THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT

This position plays an important role in the recruitment and outreach initiatives of Normandale Community College for the purpose of enrolling new Black and African American students to the College. The primary objective is to meet or exceed FYE enrollment goals established by the administration. This position will provide development and implementation of programs and procedures for marketing, community outreach, student recruitment and student advising. This position serves as a primary link between the prospective student and the College in all matters related to the enrollment process.

The Black, African, and African American Student Advocate and Admissions Representative will use a strength-based approach to provide enrollment support to Black and African American students and families. This position is responsible for participating in a wide range of activities and tasks that result in moving students through the enrollment funnel through tasks including but not limited to: prospect generation, inquiry management, application development, orientation, and registration. This position informs prospective students, parents, and high school counseling staff of the admission requirements, procedures, and educational opportunities available at Normandale Community College. The Black and African American Advocate and Admissions Representative provides presentations about the college and represents the college at high school visits, educational fairs, and college/career events. This position is responsible for developing relationships with high school guidance counselors, other civic and community leaders and maintains follow-up contact with prospective students and their parents. This position arranges campus visits, tours, and other outreach events in support of the college enrollment plan. This position conducts, prepares, and presents position related research.

This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

One year of experience working in higher education supporting outreach or recruitment strategies. Education can substitute for experience as follows: Associate’s = 6 months of experience; Bachelors= 1 year of experience
Ability to write and speak in a second language such as Arabic, Somali, Amharic, Swahili, French
Knowledge of culture and history of the Black and African American communities in the twin cities area sufficient to support the unique needs of this population
Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and strategies for student recruitment
Ability to demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills needed to interact with courtesy, respect, and professionalism with individuals of varying educational levels and diverse backgrounds to create a positive impression and experience working with the Admissions office.
Ability to successfully conduct public relations on the college's behalf through public speaking engagements, interpersonal communication (verbal and written), and relationship building.

Preferred:

Three years of experience working in higher education supporting outreach or recruitment strategies.
Knowledge of student development theory
Capacity to navigate and utilize technology tools and systems effectively, demonstrating a proactive attitude towards learning new software and digital platforms relevant to admissions operations.
Familiarity with the Minn State System in general and Normandale programs, policies, and procedures
Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate the development of cultural enrichment activities that celebrate cultural diversity, promote positive race relations, and increase the social interaction of staff and students within the college.

WHY NORMANDALE

Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% 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 competency 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 MAPE. The MAPE bargaining agreement outlines many additional benefits provided. The (insert the link of bargaining agreement) outlines many additional benefits provided.

For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Bloomington/MnSCU-Academic-Professional-2_JR0000002091. You can also search for this job and more on the State of Minnesota careers website at http://www.mn.gov/careers. Refer to Job Code JR0000002091. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.

If you are a current State of Minnesota employee, please log into Self Service, click on the Careers section and search for the Job Code.

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 able 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.

No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed.