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Working Title:

Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Community & Empowerment Coordinator

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$25.29 - $36.71

Job Description

The Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Community & Empowerment Coordinator position exists to manage and coordinate the daily operations of the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Community & Empowerment (ACE) Initiative. This position exists to assist APIDA and underrepresented communities access to higher education opportunities. This position will take a lead role in the development, evaluation and implementation of retention efforts that support the Minneapolis College APIDA student demographic.

This position assists in the recruitment of prospective students by developing relationships through community outreach in collaboration with enrollment services. The position serves to actively provide retention services and make informative program decisions through academic advising, special initiatives and monitoring key success indicators for student retention and degree completion. Outreach efforts include working directly with Minneapolis and Saint Paul public schools, community organizations, co-chairing various committees and program sponsored events, public speaking, recruiting, tutoring, event and workshop planning.  

This position works to continue to advance Minneapolis College’s aspiration of becoming an anti-racist institution. The role serves as a collaborator within the Equity & Inclusion division in providing anti-racist, culturally responsive and equity centered learning opportunities to the Minneapolis College campus through facilitating trainings, workshops, speaker series, representation on college committees and advising student led programming.  

This is a 3-year limited full-time position working 40 hours a week , working directly within the division of Equity and Inclusion. Hours and/or days may change during summer and non-class days. Some weekends and evenings will apply.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and/or a combination of at least one year of professional work experience in fields related to diversity, recruitment, and/or advising.

• Familiarity of the history, culture, and growing needs of students from APIDA communities.

• Experience planning and facilitating programs and professional development opportunities related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

• Excellent oral, written and communication skills with the ability to write reports and make presentations to groups of various sizes.

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.

• Ability be able to effectively prioritize and organize tasks and follow through on activities with competing deadlines.

• Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency. Incorporates culturally responsive practices, and actively engages in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.

Other Requirements

Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College for consideration.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

40 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, with some nights and weekends.

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes, position may be eligible for telework per the Minneapolis College's Telework Guidelines.

Pay Range

MnSCU Academic Professional 2: $25.29 – $36.71 hourly / $ 52,806– $76,650 annually.

Application Procedure

Attach CV/Resume. Application materials submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Applicants should be prepared to provide contact information of four (4) references, including two (2) managers and two (2) professionals, who can directly address your qualifications for this position.

About

Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers.

As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the link Minneapolis College Public Safety (http://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety) or go to https://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety .

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:

02-28-2025

Position End Date:

09-01-2028

Open Date:

02-19-2025

Close Date:

03-01-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Josh Kue

Posting Contact Email:

qn1940cc@minnstate.edu