MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Assistant Director of Student Life

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Working Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Assistant Director of Student Life

Institution:

Dakota County Technical CollegeMnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Rosemount

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$25.67 - $37.26

Job Description

Dakota County Technical College seeks an Assistant Director of Student Life to run, develop, coordinate and implement all programs within the Student Life Department. These programs include a wide variety of campus-wide, social, cultural, and recreation activities providing students with an opportunity to integrate student life and academic pursuits. 

This position will serve as advisor to Student Government and the budget committee. They will also provide lead work to the Student Life Assistant, Event/Wellness Manager, Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, as well as supervise student workers, in the absence of the Director of Student Life. The Assistant Director of Student Life will be responsible for a budget of approximately $200,000 per fiscal year.

This position will also provide support as needed to the Inver Hills Community College student life program.

Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26/Hour; $53,599 - $77,799/Year

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related professional experience (e.g., Student Life, Residential Life, New Student Orientation, Greek Life, or similar areas)

  • An Associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months of professional experience or a Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, think critically, and problem-solve

• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively with others

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgment in situations involving confidentiality and crisis response

• Experience working with and addressing the needs of a diverse student community

• Experience planning events for large groups and managing budgets 

• Experience in conflict resolution and mediation, with application of student development theory in practice 

Preferred Qualification 

• Master's Degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership or related field

• Experience working within Minnesota State

• Ability to work evening and weekend hours as needed

• Experience with computer applications

• Experience serving as a coordinator or director for a large program

• Knowledge of State Statutes, applicable Minnesota State Board Policies to ensure compliance with the Office of Student Life and the College

Other Requirements

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 Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

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

Some evenings and weekends for events

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes, Maybe eligible for partial telework, based on the department needs.

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 Human Resources at hr@dctc.edu or at 651-423-8411.

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

akota 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.

In accordance with the Clery Act, prospective employees may review the Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports for Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College at https://www.inverhills.edu/about/departments/security/security-reports/ and https://www.dctc.edu/support-services/campus-security/security-reports-clery-act/.

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:

04-29-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

04-17-2026

Close Date:

04-28-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Julia Glenn

Posting Contact Email:

julia.glenn@inverhills.edu