Augsburg Univeristy
Minneapolis, MN, USA
Augsburg University - Director of American Indian Student Services
About Augsburg University:
Augsburg University offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and nine graduate degrees to more than 3,500 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Job Description:
Multicultural Student Services advances Augsburg University's commitment to student success in an intentionally diverse community by providing and supporting student learning and involvement. This work includes partnerships with key University departments and individuals to provide a strong network of support, services, and opportunities. The Director of American Indian Student Services implements and coordinates programs and services that empower American Indian students to achieve their academic, interpersonal, and professional goals.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and coordinate programs and services that empower American Indian students to persist and graduate, develop and strengthen self-advocacy and leadership skills, and contribute to the advancement of the communities of which they are a part.
Establish, maintain, and foster strategic partnerships with key individuals, departments, and community agencies to support student success efforts.
Work collaboratively with campus partners to devise, execute, and assess retention-based goals, policies, and programs.
Develop and implement programs, projects, initiatives, and celebrations that focus on identity development, multiple identities, and intersectionality between and among students, staff, and faculty.
Gather and analyze data to assess student needs, establish learning outcomes for programs and services, highlight student learning and progress, and improve graduation rates.
Utilize assessments to evidence student needs and student success to share with the University community.
Promote celebrations within Multicultural Student Services and for American Indian students.
Serve as advisor to affiliated student groups, such as the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association (AISA) in support of leadership development and campus and community engagement.
Liaise with tribal education offices.
Recruit and select students to receive American Indian scholarships.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required.
Three years of experience required working with American Indian/Indigenous populations (may include graduate school assistantships and/or experience equal to three years).
Knowledge of and skill working with historically underserved student communities.
Knowledge of multicultural and identity development/frameworks for related training and programming.
Excellent oral and written cross-cultural communication skills.
Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
Knowledge of financial aid and tribal scholarships preferred.
Ability to lead, facilitate, and mentor others in individual and group settings, work effectively in a team environment, and work independently with little supervision.
Knowledge and skills in advising students including the ability to apply good judgment and discretion, demonstrate patience and understanding, especially in confidential, sensitive, and/or crises in accordance with University policies and procedures.
Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects at a time; and handle frequent interruptions.
Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.
Ability to use a broad range of computer skills, software, and database programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced education equivalent to a master's degree or specialist certification preferred.
Three years of experience in higher education preferred.
Direct experience working with American Indian/Indigenous students preferred.
Additional Information:
Augsburg University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status.
Application Instructions:
Applicants MUST submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
When entering reference information please use professional references (including one past or present supervisor).
Augsburg University - Director of American Indian Student Services
About Augsburg University:
Augsburg University offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and nine graduate degrees to more than 3,500 students of diverse backgrounds. The trademark of an Augsburg education is its emphasis on direct, personal experience. Guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, Augsburg educates students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders.
Job Description:
Multicultural Student Services advances Augsburg University's commitment to student success in an intentionally diverse community by providing and supporting student learning and involvement. This work includes partnerships with key University departments and individuals to provide a strong network of support, services, and opportunities. The Director of American Indian Student Services implements and coordinates programs and services that empower American Indian students to achieve their academic, interpersonal, and professional goals.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, implement, and coordinate programs and services that empower American Indian students to persist and graduate, develop and strengthen self-advocacy and leadership skills, and contribute to the advancement of the communities of which they are a part.
Establish, maintain, and foster strategic partnerships with key individuals, departments, and community agencies to support student success efforts.
Work collaboratively with campus partners to devise, execute, and assess retention-based goals, policies, and programs.
Develop and implement programs, projects, initiatives, and celebrations that focus on identity development, multiple identities, and intersectionality between and among students, staff, and faculty.
Gather and analyze data to assess student needs, establish learning outcomes for programs and services, highlight student learning and progress, and improve graduation rates.
Utilize assessments to evidence student needs and student success to share with the University community.
Promote celebrations within Multicultural Student Services and for American Indian students.
Serve as advisor to affiliated student groups, such as the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association (AISA) in support of leadership development and campus and community engagement.
Liaise with tribal education offices.
Recruit and select students to receive American Indian scholarships.
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required.
Three years of experience required working with American Indian/Indigenous populations (may include graduate school assistantships and/or experience equal to three years).
Knowledge of and skill working with historically underserved student communities.
Knowledge of multicultural and identity development/frameworks for related training and programming.
Excellent oral and written cross-cultural communication skills.
Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
Knowledge of financial aid and tribal scholarships preferred.
Ability to lead, facilitate, and mentor others in individual and group settings, work effectively in a team environment, and work independently with little supervision.
Knowledge and skills in advising students including the ability to apply good judgment and discretion, demonstrate patience and understanding, especially in confidential, sensitive, and/or crises in accordance with University policies and procedures.
Ability to show initiative; organize workflow; manage one or more projects at a time; and handle frequent interruptions.
Ability to be attentive to details, be accurate, be precise.
Ability to use a broad range of computer skills, software, and database programs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced education equivalent to a master's degree or specialist certification preferred.
Three years of experience in higher education preferred.
Direct experience working with American Indian/Indigenous students preferred.
Additional Information:
Augsburg University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status.
Application Instructions:
Applicants MUST submit the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Three Professional References
When entering reference information please use professional references (including one past or present supervisor).
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR, USA
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative at the University of Arkansas Office of the Vice-Chancellor for Economic Development encompasses multi¬disciplinary research, service, and education opportunities. The Initiative is the first of its kind nationally, with the following goals and objectives: To increase student enrollment in the land grant universities in food and agricultural related disciplines by supporting existing students and creating early pipeline programs for youth; to create new academic and executive education programs in food and agriculture, including law, policy, and tribal governance; to directly support Indian country by providing strategic planning and technical assistance, including research and publications in the following subject areas: Tribal Governance Infrastructure to Enhance Business and Economic Development Opportunities Financial Markets and Asset Management, including Banking, Risk Management, and Stewardship of Land and Natural Resources Health and Nutrition Policy for Tribal Community Wellness Intellectual Property Rights and Protection of Traditional Knowledge. For more information, visit the IFAI website or contact: Colby D. Duren, Director, Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative at (479) 575¬-4699 or cduren@uark.edu
The Program Specialist is responsible for participating in the comprehensive development, execution, and maintenance of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s ( IFAI ) core work: developing strategies and solutions to empower Tribal governments and Native food producers in food and agriculture food system development. This includes policy, business, and/or legal analysis aimed at furthering Tribal governance, strategic planning, technical assistance, and economic development in food and agriculture. Duties fulfilled by the Program Specialist include, but are not limited to researching, drafting, planning, and editing of IFAI materials; providing outreach and technical assistance to Tribal government and Native producers on policy, business, and food safety; and increasing the visibility and profile of IFAI’s major national initiatives by working directly with Tribal governments, intertribal organizations, and additional IFAI partners. This position will involve frequent long-distance travel by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI . The Program Specialist should have the ability to be flexible and work remotely in the field to maximize IFAI’s impact for Indian Country by providing direct engagement and support to the empowerment of the Tribes, Tribal producers, and Tribal communities. The Program Specialist position reports to and is evaluated by the IFAI Director and works in collaboration with colleagues throughout the campus.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
The Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative at the University of Arkansas Office of the Vice-Chancellor for Economic Development encompasses multi¬disciplinary research, service, and education opportunities. The Initiative is the first of its kind nationally, with the following goals and objectives: To increase student enrollment in the land grant universities in food and agricultural related disciplines by supporting existing students and creating early pipeline programs for youth; to create new academic and executive education programs in food and agriculture, including law, policy, and tribal governance; to directly support Indian country by providing strategic planning and technical assistance, including research and publications in the following subject areas: Tribal Governance Infrastructure to Enhance Business and Economic Development Opportunities Financial Markets and Asset Management, including Banking, Risk Management, and Stewardship of Land and Natural Resources Health and Nutrition Policy for Tribal Community Wellness Intellectual Property Rights and Protection of Traditional Knowledge. For more information, visit the IFAI website or contact: Colby D. Duren, Director, Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative at (479) 575¬-4699 or cduren@uark.edu
The Program Specialist is responsible for participating in the comprehensive development, execution, and maintenance of the Indigenous Food and Agriculture Initiative’s ( IFAI ) core work: developing strategies and solutions to empower Tribal governments and Native food producers in food and agriculture food system development. This includes policy, business, and/or legal analysis aimed at furthering Tribal governance, strategic planning, technical assistance, and economic development in food and agriculture. Duties fulfilled by the Program Specialist include, but are not limited to researching, drafting, planning, and editing of IFAI materials; providing outreach and technical assistance to Tribal government and Native producers on policy, business, and food safety; and increasing the visibility and profile of IFAI’s major national initiatives by working directly with Tribal governments, intertribal organizations, and additional IFAI partners. This position will involve frequent long-distance travel by air or vehicle on behalf of IFAI . The Program Specialist should have the ability to be flexible and work remotely in the field to maximize IFAI’s impact for Indian Country by providing direct engagement and support to the empowerment of the Tribes, Tribal producers, and Tribal communities. The Program Specialist position reports to and is evaluated by the IFAI Director and works in collaboration with colleagues throughout the campus.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Red Lake Nation College
Red Lake, MN, USA
POSITION TITLE: Director of Library Services and Tribal Archives– Full-Time
DEPARTMENT: Academic Administration
REPORTS TO: VP of Operations & Academic Affairs
SALARY: Negotiable
START DATE: Open Until Filled
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The primary major responsibility of this position is to direct the activities and development of the community library collections and services in order to support the mission and educational goals of the Red Lake Nation College. This will involve seeking book collections and grant funding to support the Community Library.
The secondary major responsibility of this position is to direct the activities, development and protection of the Tribal Archives collections of the Red Lake Nation Tribe. The Tribal Archives aspect of this position may eventually become a separate position with additional and separate management, administration and fundraising duties.
ACCOUNTABILITY: This current position will report to the VP of Operations & Academic Affairs of the Red Lake Nation College and will also keep the College President closely informed of all Library and Archives operational affairs.
Since the Tribal Archives are located in the Red Lake Nation College, this position will oversee the Tribal Archives until further notice. Eventually, a new position may be developed for separate Library and Tribal Archives activities. Currently, the Tribal Archives aspect of this position will require that the College President and the Tribe be kept informed of all aspects of the Tribal Archives operations.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Direct the activities and development of community library collections and services in order to support the mission and educational goals of the Red Lake Nation College. This includes supporting faculty and providing information literacy training to students.
This position involves heavy grant writing and seeking book collections and funding for community libraries.
Direct the activities, development and protection of the Tribal Archives collections of the Red Lake Nation Tribe.
Work will include intense collaborating with colleagues, Tribal staff and faculty, Tribal officials and community members while promoting the library and college, and serving its learning community with collections and services.
Since part of the mission of the Tribal College is to promote and encourage Ojibwe language use, this will be a major operating goal of the community library.
Serve on committees and assist the VP of Operations & Academic Affairs in collecting and organizing information as necessary for accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission.
Another key responsibility of this position is to serve the Red Lake Community with library services to children, students, community members and elders.
Writing grants and active fundraising to support all of the major responsibilities are also required. These efforts will include working with current RLNC staff to coordinate all fundraising efforts.
The Director of Tribal Archives & Community Library Services is generally responsible for providing library service and access, managing the overall operations of the library and archives, communicating and collaborating with colleagues to direct and develop library collections and services, and serving the college learning community and the greater Red Lake community.
The Tribal Archives aspect of the position will involve working through the College President for all aspects of communication, management and administration of the Tribal Archives. This will be to ensure close communication and cooperation with the Tribe and the Community. Like all Tribal College communication, all communication with the Tribe will first go through the College President.
Regular written monthly reports on Library and Archives operations will be provided to the College President. Also, quarterly reports will be provided if requested by the President.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or (MLIS) required. Specialization in Tribal Archives strongly desired.
Previous experience in library management preferred.
Teaching experience preferred.
Experience managing administrative projects and events.
Knowledge of library technological systems and software.
Previous grant management experience preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of Anishinaabe culture and history.
Red Lake Tribal Member and Native Hiring Preference applies.
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding public relations and human relations skills.
Ability to assume a leadership role and to multi-task.
Ability to remain calm and patient when under duress.
Willingness to initiate and carry out complex tasks with or without supervision.
Team player who can work with diverse populations and personalities.
Excellent communication skills with supervisors and keep supervisors well informed of all sensitive Library and Archives issues.
Understanding of and commitment to the Red Lake Nation College Mission and Vision statements.
SALARY:
Negotiable. Depending upon qualifications.
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program required and a specialization in Tribal Archives knowledge and education are preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Minnesota driver’s license within 30 days of hire, and current auto insurance.
APPLY: Only electronic applications will be accepted. Apply by sending resume, cover letter and unofficial graduate transcripts to Mandy Schram, VP of Operations & Academic Affairs, mandy.schram@rlnc.education.
POSITION TITLE: Director of Library Services and Tribal Archives– Full-Time
DEPARTMENT: Academic Administration
REPORTS TO: VP of Operations & Academic Affairs
SALARY: Negotiable
START DATE: Open Until Filled
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The primary major responsibility of this position is to direct the activities and development of the community library collections and services in order to support the mission and educational goals of the Red Lake Nation College. This will involve seeking book collections and grant funding to support the Community Library.
The secondary major responsibility of this position is to direct the activities, development and protection of the Tribal Archives collections of the Red Lake Nation Tribe. The Tribal Archives aspect of this position may eventually become a separate position with additional and separate management, administration and fundraising duties.
ACCOUNTABILITY: This current position will report to the VP of Operations & Academic Affairs of the Red Lake Nation College and will also keep the College President closely informed of all Library and Archives operational affairs.
Since the Tribal Archives are located in the Red Lake Nation College, this position will oversee the Tribal Archives until further notice. Eventually, a new position may be developed for separate Library and Tribal Archives activities. Currently, the Tribal Archives aspect of this position will require that the College President and the Tribe be kept informed of all aspects of the Tribal Archives operations.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Direct the activities and development of community library collections and services in order to support the mission and educational goals of the Red Lake Nation College. This includes supporting faculty and providing information literacy training to students.
This position involves heavy grant writing and seeking book collections and funding for community libraries.
Direct the activities, development and protection of the Tribal Archives collections of the Red Lake Nation Tribe.
Work will include intense collaborating with colleagues, Tribal staff and faculty, Tribal officials and community members while promoting the library and college, and serving its learning community with collections and services.
Since part of the mission of the Tribal College is to promote and encourage Ojibwe language use, this will be a major operating goal of the community library.
Serve on committees and assist the VP of Operations & Academic Affairs in collecting and organizing information as necessary for accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission.
Another key responsibility of this position is to serve the Red Lake Community with library services to children, students, community members and elders.
Writing grants and active fundraising to support all of the major responsibilities are also required. These efforts will include working with current RLNC staff to coordinate all fundraising efforts.
The Director of Tribal Archives & Community Library Services is generally responsible for providing library service and access, managing the overall operations of the library and archives, communicating and collaborating with colleagues to direct and develop library collections and services, and serving the college learning community and the greater Red Lake community.
The Tribal Archives aspect of the position will involve working through the College President for all aspects of communication, management and administration of the Tribal Archives. This will be to ensure close communication and cooperation with the Tribe and the Community. Like all Tribal College communication, all communication with the Tribe will first go through the College President.
Regular written monthly reports on Library and Archives operations will be provided to the College President. Also, quarterly reports will be provided if requested by the President.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:
Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or (MLIS) required. Specialization in Tribal Archives strongly desired.
Previous experience in library management preferred.
Teaching experience preferred.
Experience managing administrative projects and events.
Knowledge of library technological systems and software.
Previous grant management experience preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of Anishinaabe culture and history.
Red Lake Tribal Member and Native Hiring Preference applies.
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Outstanding public relations and human relations skills.
Ability to assume a leadership role and to multi-task.
Ability to remain calm and patient when under duress.
Willingness to initiate and carry out complex tasks with or without supervision.
Team player who can work with diverse populations and personalities.
Excellent communication skills with supervisors and keep supervisors well informed of all sensitive Library and Archives issues.
Understanding of and commitment to the Red Lake Nation College Mission and Vision statements.
SALARY:
Negotiable. Depending upon qualifications.
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program required and a specialization in Tribal Archives knowledge and education are preferred.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Minnesota driver’s license within 30 days of hire, and current auto insurance.
APPLY: Only electronic applications will be accepted. Apply by sending resume, cover letter and unofficial graduate transcripts to Mandy Schram, VP of Operations & Academic Affairs, mandy.schram@rlnc.education.
