Provost

Hennepin Technical College, MN

Job Level

Senior position

Post Date

03/04/2018

Job Category

Provost / Vice Provost

Sector

Academics

Job Status

Areas of Responsibility

Curriculum / Program

Link to Job Posting

Examples of Duties:
Hennepin Technical College seeks a Provost dedicated to excellence in career and technical education who desires to become part of an environment that values trust, integrity, pride, passion, respect, collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and diversity. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to embrace quality and innovation in career and technical education, workforce development, and lifelong learning. WORK SCHEDULE: Will include day, evening and weekend hours. NOTE: Must be able to travel between campuses and to off-site locations. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Posting will remain open until filled. First review of applications will begin on March 19, 2018.
The Provost serves as the college's Chief Academic and Student Affairs Officer. The Provost provides educational and administrative leadership to achieve a high standard of excellence and innovation in student success and is a champion of diversity, equity and inclusion. The Provost provides the vision and overall guidance for educational planning and continuous improvement in an academic support setting. This position is responsible for development, interpretation and implementation of college educational policies and procedures consistent with State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, and Minnesota State policies and procedures. The Provost provides college-wide leadership as a member of the President's Executive Team (Cabinet), and in the absence of the President serves as his or her proxy.
Qualifications:
NOTE: To be qualified for this position, you must meet all of the following Minimum Qualifications. Ensure that your cover letter and resume contain descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution Five (5) years demonstrated higher education leadership experience including academic or student services administration Three (3) years supervising faculty Demonstrated understanding of the mission of a technical college Experience leading strategic initiatives Experience with regional accreditation processes and use of program review Experience developing and administering budgets Demonstrated success in promoting the values of shared governance and participative management Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills Experience with increasing college enrollment, student persistence and student completion rates. Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution Seven (7) years demonstrated higher education leadership experience including academic or student services administration Experience in strategic planning, resource management and the development of institutional funding priorities Demonstrated record of continuous quality improvement, use of data for decision making, and establishment of metrics for evaluating initiatives Experience with online learning and use of technology in the classroom Experience in developing partnerships with K-12 systems, institutions offering baccalaureate degrees, and business/industry Proven record of grant development and acquisition of external funding Demonstrated record of facilitating professional development among faculty and staff
Supplemental Information:
You must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter, references, resume and copy of your transcript(s) to your online application in order to be considered for this position. References will not be contacted unless you become a finalist. Paper applications and resumes will not be considered. Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website or http://agency.governmentjobs.com/hennepintech/default.cfm. Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College, please visit our website at: http://www.hennepintech.edu NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. Hennepin Technical College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.