Working Title:
Black, African, and African American Student Advocate and Admissions RepresentativeInstitution:
Normandale Community CollegeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional EmployeesCity:
BloomingtonFLSA:
Non Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited AcademicSalary Range:
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. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Classification: Academic Professional 2
Unlimited, Full-time
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
*A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable)
Salary Range: Hourly from $25.29 - $36.71; Annually from $52,806 to $76,650
*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience
The vacancy is posted on-line from Friday March 28 – April 20 at 11:59pm
THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT
This position plays an important role in the recruitment and outreach initiatives of Normandale Community College for the purpose of enrolling new Black and African American students to the College. The primary objective is to meet or exceed FYE enrollment goals established by the administration. This position will provide development and implementation of programs and procedures for marketing, community outreach, student recruitment and student advising. This position serves as a primary link between the prospective student and the College in all matters related to the enrollment process.
The Black, African, and African American Student Advocate and Admissions Representative will use a strength-based approach to provide enrollment support to Black and African American students and families. This position is responsible for participating in a wide range of activities and tasks that result in moving students through the enrollment funnel through tasks including but not limited to: prospect generation, inquiry management, application development, orientation, and registration. This position informs prospective students, parents, and high school counseling staff of the admission requirements, procedures, and educational opportunities available at Normandale Community College. The Black and African American Advocate and Admissions Representative provides presentations about the college and represents the college at high school visits, educational fairs, and college/career events. This position is responsible for developing relationships with high school guidance counselors, other civic and community leaders and maintains follow-up contact with prospective students and their parents. This position arranges campus visits, tours, and other outreach events in support of the college enrollment plan. This position conducts, prepares, and presents position related research.
This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
Essential:
• One year of experience working in higher education supporting outreach or recruitment strategies. Education can substitute for experience as follows: Associate’s = 6 months of experience; Bachelors= 1 year of experience
• Ability to write and speak in a second language such as Arabic, Somali, Amharic, Swahili, French
• Knowledge of culture and history of the Black and African American communities in the twin cities area sufficient to support the unique needs of this population
• Knowledge of culturally responsive practices and strategies for student recruitment
• Ability to demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills needed to interact with courtesy, respect, and professionalism with individuals of varying educational levels and diverse backgrounds to create a positive impression and experience working with the Admissions office.
• Ability to successfully conduct public relations on the college's behalf through public speaking engagements, interpersonal communication (verbal and written), and relationship building.
Preferred:
• Three years of experience working in higher education supporting outreach or recruitment strategies.
• Capacity to navigate and utilize technology tools and systems effectively, demonstrating a proactive attitude towards learning new software and digital platforms relevant to admissions operations.
• Familiarity with the Minn State System in general and Normandale programs, policies, and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate the development of cultural enrichment activities that celebrate cultural diversity, promote positive race relations, and increase the social interaction of staff and students within the college.
WHY NORMANDALE
Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural competency in the classroom and services provided.
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical, dental, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.
For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP. This position is also part of MAPE. The MAPE bargaining agreement outlines many additional benefits provided. The (insert the link of bargaining agreement) outlines many additional benefits provided.
For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB
Equal Employment Opportunity
Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.
No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed.
The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background 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:
06-04-2025Position End Date:
Open Date:
03-27-2025Close Date:
04-21-2025Posting Contact Name:
Heather Nicole NovaPosting Contact Email:
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