Job Description
Job DescriptionThis position reports directly to the Dean of the college and is responsible to carry out the fiscal mission of the college and to ensure accountability, both in terms of revenue generation (e.g., tuition, grants and donations) and program expenses (e.g., salary and overhead), for the use of all resources. Responsibilities include monitoring and analyzing college budget; coordinating the schedules and work assignments of faculty and staff to optimize the balance of return on all allocated resources with program operations; coordinate and facilitate the development of both short and long term strategic planning, for college as they align with the university vision; recommending new initiatives to the Dean as they relate to resource management. Monitor and analyze schools financial resources; develop and implement budget methodologies, budget projections, analyze current budget policies and procedures within the college?s units and recommend improvements and/or changes to align with college and university mission; Represent the college on budget committees to assist the Dean to ensure that the college?s finances are continually monitored and strategically utilized.Serve as resource coordinator for all classroom, experiential and online learning activities; Collecting and analyzing program outcome and enrollment data in coordination with the department chair for use by the Dean to make programmatic decisions and enhance department decision-making including assuring that course offerings are in line with student needs. Review academic class and field experience schedules and make modifications as instructed by Dean; monitoring both past and current faculty workload and program enrollment in order to recommend modification of course offerings, staffing levels and organizational structure to the Dean; collecting faculty workload and student performance measures and providing summary reports to the Dean; and recommending procedural and practice changes and monitoring administrative workload within the college.Facilitate strategic planning on behalf of the college, including collecting and preparing all related documents around campus level, system level and professional accreditation requirements so that annual reports are completed and submitted on time; ensure that goals and objectives of college are appropriately aligned with resource allocation, assist with new program initiatives, and manage technology and facility needs of college.Monitor and analyze staffing and organizational structure, facilitating an effective hiring/evaluation process on behalf of the Dean, including following the hiring of adjunct, fixed term and probationary faculty plus any supporting positions to make sure all pre and post hiring documentation are in place and accurate, monitor Affirmative Action goals in hiring, ensure compliance with Unclassified appointment processes, monitor and facilitate all searches, so that well qualified faculty are hired and have available continuous professional development opportunities and all policies and procedures are followed, facilitate professional development efforts. Collect data and analyze faculty workload to inform Dean regarding staffing decisions.Other duties as assigned by Dean.Minimum Qualifications1 year of closely related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Doctorate degree may substitute for 2 years of experience, Master?s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience, Bachelor?s degree may substitute as 1 year of experience and Associates degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, conceptualize and create new ways of presenting materials for improved management decisions.Knowledge of project management and research methodology: Ability to identify and clarify a problem or issue, prepare and execute a research design, interpret results and recommend actions based on conclusions.Strong computer skills, particularly for databases and queries. Skills needed are for spreadsheets and statistical analysis with a computer. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Well-developed skills in using the following is essential:Databases SpreadsheetsWord processing and presentation softwareCommunication skills including listening, speaking and writing for technical reports for various audiences.Attention to detail and accuracy in transmitting information/data to college/university staff, MnSCU staff, community members, employee bargaining units, etc.Preferred QualificationStrong attention to detail and the ability to successfully manage and prioritize multiple tasks.Ability and willingness to engage in continuous improvement of skills and capacities.Lead work skills sufficient to perform hiring and assigning, directing, and scheduling of work.Ability to develop and manage record-management systems.Knowledge of Minnstate System, St. Cloud State University policies and procedures.Strong organizational and office management skills, dependability, and personal flexibility.General knowledge of higher education laws, as well as a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Board policies and system procedures.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)8:00am-4:30pm Monday-FridayAboutThe successful candidate will share St. Cloud State?s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU?s It?s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system?s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota Associate of Professional Employees (MAPE) which can be found at: Cloud State University 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, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121
About St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud State prepares students for life, work and citizenship in the 21st century. In our rigorous academic programs, students apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Our 200 academic programs, 60 graduate degrees and education abroad choices on six continents emphasize hands-on learning through community engagement and close interaction with professors. Couple that with support from the Career Services Center and you have a clear path to a career. Our 100-acre campus is between downtown St. Cloud and the Beaver Islands, a group of more than 30 islands that form a natural maze for a two-mile stretch of the Mississippi River.
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