• Job Description

  Req#: JR0000004117

  All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

  Working Title:

  MnSCU Administrator 6 - Academic Dean

  Institution:

  Inver Hills Community College

  Classification Title:

  MnSCU Administrator 6

  Bargaining Unit / Union:

  220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

  City:

  Inver Grove HeightsRosemount

  FLSA:

  Job Exempt

  Full Time / Part Time:

  Full time

  Employment Condition:

  Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

  Salary Range:

  $93,713.00 - $149,940.00

  Complete Application Requirement — Please Read Before Applying
  To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a complete application. Applications missing required documents will be marked incomplete and will not advance to review.

  Your complete application must include:

  • Current Resume (Required): Must list employment dates (month and year) for each position and indicate average hours worked per week.

  • Cover Letter (Required): Encouraged to highlight your interest and qualifications.

  • Transcript (Required): Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review purposes.

  Job Description

  The Academic Dean at Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College directs instructional management functions and applicable operational aspects of Liberal Arts, and other disciplines and programs.
  
  Responsibilities include:

  • Lead, direct, and supervise the instructional functions of Liberal Arts, and other disciplines and programs. This includes promoting, enhancing and maintaining all functions and assignments, implementing policies and procedures that fulfill the philosophy, mission and goals of the college.

  • Initiate, recruit, organize search process, interview and recommend to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the College President the employment of new staff and provide ongoing leadership for all staff.

  • Develop and submit annual budgets for the assigned divisions.

  • Establish and maintain positive and effective communications necessary to the successful operation of the college.

  • Provide leadership in college planning efforts.

  • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

  Salary Range:

  $93,713 - $149,940/ Year

  Minimum Qualifications

  Education:

  • Master’s degree

  Type and Length of Experience:

  • Five years of experience in academic leadership, project leadership in higher education, and/or college level teaching.

  • Experience with quality improvement.

  • Experience with diverse populations.

  • Experience developing partnerships and building collaborative relationships.

  • Experience with accreditation processes.

  • Experience developing and managing budgets.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including group and public speaking

  Preferred Qualification

  Education:

  • Doctorate in related field or in Educational Leadership

  Type and Length of Experience:

  • Experience with campus-wide learning assessment

  • Experience administering union contracts and other human resource functions

  • Experience with Learning Communities

  • Experience with Processes related to Program Accreditation

  • Knowledge of innovative programs and pedagogy designed to serve diverse, non-traditional, and adult students.

  • Knowledge of technical college organization, curriculum, goals, vision, fiscal regulations, and procedures.

  Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

  Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm

  Hours may vary depending on campus/department needs.

  Telework (Yes/No)

  Yes; Telework may be available one day a week.

  Internal Applicants:

  All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

  External Applicants

  Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State.

  Contact:

  If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Angela Loza, HR Coordinator at hr@inverhills.edu and or at 651-450-3371.

  If you experience any issues while submitting your application or creating an account please contact careers@minnstate.edu for assistance.

  Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
  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. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

  About

  Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.

  DCTC is aligned with Inver Hills Community College. Located nine miles apart, Inver Hills offers a broad range of liberal arts and professional programs that complement programs at DCTC. Both Dakota County Technical College and Inver Hills Community College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

  Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills, we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus. Through career exploration and professional preparation, our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.

  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:

  05-20-2026

  Position End Date:

  Open Date:

  02-06-2026

  Close Date:

  03-10-2026

  Posting Contact Name:

  Julia Glenn

  Posting Contact Email:

  julia.glenn@inverhills.edu

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