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Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.

POSITION: Probationary; Range D*

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Residential Education is responsible for the student development program and administration of students living in our 5 residence communities. Duties: supervise a combination of up to 4 full-time Hall Directors (HDs) and up to 4 Student Service Coordinator (SSCs) graduate assistants; indirectly supervise a combination of Graduate Student Interns, up to 31 Community Advisors (CAs) and approximately 70 Desk Assistants (DAs); manage community and departmental committee budgets; lead an actively engaged community development framework that helps all students build connections, get involved, and achieve success; supervise conduct process in residence communities; direct departmental efforts in staff selection or staff training; involvement in departmental and University committees, annual budget development process and policy formation. Work closely with a variety of campus partners.

This position has been designated as weather and emergency essential. In the event of a university closure or emergency event, incumbent is required to report to work and respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at: http://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in College Student Personnel or related field and minimum of 3-years full-time post master's experience in Residential Life (or related student affairs area) prior to start of employment. OR
  Minimum of 4 years full-time experience (post bachelor's and prior to start of employment) in Residential Life or related student affairs area may be substituted for master's degree and 3-years post master's experience.

• Prior to the date of appointment, this position requires a criminal background check conducted by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).

Preferred Qualification

• Demonstrated supervision experience (graduate or professional staff).

• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and interpersonal.

• Excellent administration skills, including an ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in applying student development theory.

• Commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of university personnel.

• Experience with the student conduct process (hearing officer, conduct board advisor/member) in a university setting.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

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

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.

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 school's 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: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/.You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.66 to 299C.71 - Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employee's responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges, allegations, convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check

Residence Hall work involves performing certain tasks on evenings, weekends, and holidays. Therefore, evening meetings and participation and attendance at occasional programs/activities/events during evening and weekend hours is expected.

The Assistant Director participates in an "on-call" rotation where a phone is carried 24 hours a day and may require consultation and/or a coordinated response on campus. The Assistant Director is considered a "weather essential employee.

Workloads are expected to be higher while classes are in session during both fall and spring semesters and during opening and closing time periods. Extended vacations may not be approved during peak academic time periods.

Telework

Yes - Up to 20% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this position, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:

• 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 employee's permanent/principal work location.

About

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.

Destination 2030, the University's strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. 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 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + 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 Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Peter Hausladen, Associate Director for Residential Life Education

Residential Life

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Mankato, MN 56001

Phone: 507-389-1011

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711

Email: peter.hausladen.2@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 State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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.

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