Working Title: Academic Program Reviewer

Job Class: Education Consultant 3

Agency: Office of Higher Education

• Job ID: 83430

• Location: St Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Limited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 01/25/2025

• Closing Date: 02/10/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Office of Higher Education / MAPE

• Division/Unit: Legal and Compliance Division / Institutional Registration and Licensing Unit

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually

• Classified Status: Unclassified

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The primary purpose of this position is to evaluate materials relevant to registration and registration renewal applications submitted by postsecondary educational institutions and programs under the Minnesota Private and Out-of-State Public Postsecondary Education Act for degree-granting institutions and the Private Career School Act for non-degree-granting institutions. This position will ensure compliance with the curriculum and programmatic regulatory aspects of regulated institutions, and to collaborate in the design and implementation of monitoring and approval procedures of the postsecondary academic programs of private postsecondary institutions. The incumbent will also coordinate data and investigate student complaints against institutions under the Office's statutory jurisdiction and authority.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held:

• Four (4) years of experience evaluating or monitoring postsecondary academic programs. A degree is not required, having any of the degrees below will count toward the necessary months of experience:

• A PhD may substitute for two (2) years of experience

• A Master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience

• Knowledge of higher education curriculum

• Knowledge of design and implementation of application procedures and processes

• Experience with investigating student complaints against higher education institutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the legislative and administrative processes

• Strong oral communication skills to interact with various audiences

• Experience in writing clear and concise reports

• Strong skills in time management, prioritization of duties, and project management

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds

Physical Requirements

• Ability to position self and move sufficiently to perform repetitive tasks.

• Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.

• Ability to carry up to 20 pounds of weight on an infrequent basis.

Additional Requirements

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Employee Reference Check

• Social Security Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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 actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.