**All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).** **Working Title:** Director, Educational Talent Search (AA26063) **Institution:** Minnesota State University, Mankato **Classification Title:** MSUAASF Range D **Bargaining Unit / Union:** 211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty **City:** Mankato **FLSA:** Job Exempt **Full Time / Part Time:** Full time **Employment Condition:** Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term) **Salary Range:** $54,344.00 - $116,608.00 **Salary Type:** Depends on qualifications **POSITION:** Probationary; Range D* **Application Deadline:** Review of applications will begin on March 5, 2025 and continue until the position has been filled. **Job Description** The director is responsible for the successful operation of the federally funded Educational Talent Search Department. Responsibilities include short and long-range planning; budget management; federal reporting and accountability; staff training and supervision; direct student services; curriculum development; and collaboration with partner schools and community organizations. The Director communicates with the U.S. Department of Education on a regular basis and is responsible for ensuring that all applicable federal regulations are followed. They are responsible for providing services as described in the grant and submitting annual reports and budgets to the U.S. Department of Education and documenting all services and budget expenditures according to federal regulations. **Minimum Qualifications** + Master’s degree in Education, Counseling/Student Personnel or related field (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.) + Minimum of five years of experience working in teaching, counseling or advising + Minimum of 3 years of experience working with disadvantaged youth (middle school through high school) + Previous experience with supervision; preference with grant programs such as TRIO + Demonstrated ability to work with persons underrepresented in education + Demonstrated experience with grant and budget management + Knowledge of TRIO programs, Higher Education Act, federal regulations of the U.S. Department of Education, FERPA and mandatory reporting regulations + First-hand experience or working knowledge of barriers faced by low income/first generation students + Strong and positive written, interpersonal and oral communication skills + Considerable knowledge of student development (middle school through college), financial aid, career and college readiness, and admissions **Preferred Qualifications** + Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. + Experience with program design, management and implementation + Experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite + Ability to work weekends, evenings, and overnight as required **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/ (http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/Y) . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu . This position requires a valid, applicable driver’s license, as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active, valid, and, applicable driver’s license if they drive a vehicle on state business. For further information, please refer to the Driver’s License and Record Check Policy (HR/LR Policy #1419), which can be found at: https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1419-hrpolicy-dlrchecks.pdf . This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.60 to 299C.64 – Minnesota Child Protection 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. **Telework (Yes/No)** Yes, up to 5%. 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: + Case by Case/Situational Telework: A position that may include a temporary reassignment or work outside the permanent/principal work location to meet short-term needs. **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/ . **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 **CONTACT INFORMATION:** George Corey TRIO Upward Bound Phone: 507-389-1212 TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 Email: george.corey@mnsu.edu (brigette.cooper@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. **Desired Start Date:** 06-01-2025 **Position End Date:** 06-30-2026 **Open Date:** 02-12-2025 **Close Date:** **Posting Contact Name:** Sarith Phan **Posting Contact Email:** nw9349ry@minnstate.edu