Dean of Nursing, Natural Resources, & Public Service Programs - MnSCU Admin-6

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Working Title:

Dean of Nursing, Natural Resources, & Public Service Programs - MnSCU Admin-6

Institution:

Minnesota North CollegeMnSCU Administrator 6

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

City:

MNOR - Hibbing Campus

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$98,457.00 - $157,531.00

Job Description

Minnesota North College is seeking to fill a permanent, full-time Dean of Nursing, Natural Resources, and Public Service Programs.

 

This position provides academic administrative leadership for the Nursing, Natural Resources, and Public Service programs, faculty, and staff in support of the academic mission of Minnesota North College and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. The dean advances academic quality, student learning, and student success by leading program and curriculum assessment, supporting HLC accreditation and continuous improvement processes, developing new programs, providing professional development, strengthening regional partnerships, promoting equitable learning outcomes, and fostering academic excellence among assigned faculty and staff.

 

This position requires occasional travel to Minnesota North College campuses.

 

Work Location: This position may be located at any of the Minnesota North College campuses.

Salary Range:

$98,457 - $157,531 

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience in higher education or equivalent experience. A Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience; an Associate’s degree may substitute for six (6) months of professional experience.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Commitment to diversity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including sensitivity to their needs and concerns.

• A valid Minnesota Driver’s license.

Preferred Qualification 

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.

• Strong commitment to shared governance and faculty development.

• Experience with administering employment or collective bargaining agreements and plans.

• Teaching experience.

• Ability to innovate and lead others through change.

• Ability to manage and effectively allocate college personnel, fiscal resources, and assets. 

• Experience with, or knowledge of, post-secondary accreditation and assessment processes.

• Ability to build partnerships with other campuses and colleges.

• Ability to effectively interact with organizations and agencies at the community, state, and national levels, including K-12 partners, advisory boards, business and industry, government, and public and private agencies.

• Experience in planning and organizational development.

Other Requirements

Candidates with professional or lived experience in engaging diverse communities in their professional career are especially encouraged to apply.

 

Please upload the following information with your Workday application:

·      Cover letter

·      A current resume

·      A list of three professional references with contact information

·      Unofficial copies of academic transcripts and licenses (official will be required at time of hire); Foreign Transcripts will need a Foreign Transcript Evaluation (paid for by the applicant) completed.  https://www.naces.org/members

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday – Friday; 40 hours per week

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Minnesota North College is comprised of six campuses including Hibbing, Itasca, Mesabi Range (Eveleth and Virginia), Rainy River, and Vermilion. Our campuses are rooted in their communities’ rich histories of providing access and opportunity to higher education across northern Minnesota for over 100 years. We are committed to our role as leaders in education, partnering with local schools, business and industry, and government to create opportunities for students and the region.

We look forward to continuing to serve our students, employees, and communities long into the future, and we hope you choose to Head North and join us as an employee for Minnesota North College!

 

Minnesota North College recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. MN North is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

 

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, along with Minnesota North College, is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.  As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. This document can be made available in alternative formats such as large print, Braille or audio tape by calling Charlotte Peterson, Vice President of Human Resources (218) 550-2502.  Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran Friendly.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

 

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

12-02-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

10-08-2026

Close Date:

10-20-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Donna Marie Hoag

Posting Contact Email:

donna.hoag@minnesotanorth.edu