Vice President for Student Development and Enrollment

Responsibilities:
Bemidji State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Student Development and Enrollment. TheUniversity and College are seeking an experienced student affairs/development professional who will provide strategic and operational leadership with a commitment to team building while possessing visionary leadership, creative and conceptual thinking, and effective management skills. The Vice President is the senior student affairs officer for Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College and will serve on the President's Cabinet.

The Vice President is responsible for establishing, directing, supporting and evaluating University and College student development goals.The Vice President is also responsible for human resources management of all assigned areas. This includes providing direction in hiring and retention practices in accordance with MnSCU policies, University and College policies, collective bargaining agreements, performance management, review of professional development plans, work areas plans, and progress reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible leadership experiencein higher education student development .
• An earned doctorate in higher education administration or related field is required from a regionally accredited institution.
• Evidence of knowledge and/or experience in the areas of admissions, recruitment, retention, and overall enrollment management
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this complex and engaging positioninclude the following: effective personal communication; ability to build and form relationships that advance student learning and help students develop coherent values and ethical standards; ability to envision and lead change at an institution-wide level; strategic human resources skills, ability to creatively develop funding strategies; and leadership service with local, state, regional, and national professional organizations.
• Experience at a community or technical college is preferred asis teaching/faculty experience.

Application Procedure:
For priority consideration, please submit materials by March 16, 2012. Open until filled.

Application and Nomination Process: The University has partnered with Scott Healy & Associates in managing and overseeing the search process. All applications and nominations must be sent to:

Send materials to:
Dr. Scott F. Healy, President
Scott Healy & Associates
scott@scotthealy.com
Bemidji, MN 56601

Contact:
Scott Healy
Email: scott@scotthealy.com

Candidates must apply electronically. Submit a cover letter outlining your experiences and success in the areas listed above, a current, complete, and updated resume; and a list of three professional references with title, phone number(s), and e-mail address. Applications received by March 16, 2012, will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled. Bemidji State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. 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 (651) 296-3816, 1(888) MnSCU-4-U or TTY (651) 282-2660. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Employment Opportunities is available on the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities web site: http://www.mnscu.edu/about/jobopportunities/index.html