Leech Lake Tribal College
Leech Lake Tribal College, Little Wolf Road Northwest, Cass Lake, MN, USA
Key qualifications:
Master’s Degree (Bachelor’s considered with
minimum 5 years’ experience)
Leads the support services of the institution
Responsible for enforcing Code of Conduct and makes decisions on student appeals
Leads the strategic planning for the student services division
Ensures excellence in the provision of student services and supports a student- centered college environment
Experience working in a Native American community
Please see the full position description on the LLTC website https://www.lltc.edu/ or pick up
an application or request one via email:
Leech Lake Tribal College 6945 Little Wolf Road NW Call: Linda 218-335-4285 Email: linda.goggleye@lltc.edu
Position will be open until filled.
Jan 06, 2020
Full time
Key qualifications:
Master’s Degree (Bachelor’s considered with
minimum 5 years’ experience)
Leads the support services of the institution
Responsible for enforcing Code of Conduct and makes decisions on student appeals
Leads the strategic planning for the student services division
Ensures excellence in the provision of student services and supports a student- centered college environment
Experience working in a Native American community
Please see the full position description on the LLTC website https://www.lltc.edu/ or pick up
an application or request one via email:
Leech Lake Tribal College 6945 Little Wolf Road NW Call: Linda 218-335-4285 Email: linda.goggleye@lltc.edu
Position will be open until filled.
Position Summary
The Fort Lewis College School of Education offers a wide range of programs that express our dynamic commitment to innovative educator preparation, our inclusive teaching service in the Four Corners region, and our leadership role in pedagogical best practices on campus. The Dean oversees Teacher Education undergraduate and graduate licensure programs including undergraduate programs in Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and K12 teacher licensure, and graduate programs in Teacher Leadership, Special Education, Teacher Licensure (Secondary and K-12) and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education. The School includes a nationally known Adventure Education program that prepares adventure guides and outdoor educators in the most spectacular wildlands in the lower 48 states, and it also oversees the Campbell Child and Family Center, an on-campus childcare facility. The ideal candidate would understand and lead the School of Education in ways that leverage campus resources and external relationships, evoking the "sense of place" of the Four Corners to enhance these transformational programs; these initiatives include developing partnerships with tribal communities, leading programming in regional schools, addressing teacher shortages, providing English Language Learner workshops, and meeting other regional educational needs in a rural setting. The School of Education boasts an extremely highly qualified faculty and staff who connect students to new theories, excellent field placements in the region, and culturally rich perspectives. Programs include over 50 graduate students who are teaching in the Four Corners region and 50% of whom are Native American, and over 150 part-time and full-time undergraduate students, comprised of 21% Hispanic and 18% Native American students, many of whom plan to teach in rural areas.
The position reports directly to the Provost of the College and is a full-time, twelve-month exempt position.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree in education or a related field
Distinguished record of teaching and scholarship
Proven record of successful leadership experience in academic administration
Credentials that support appointment with tenure at the rank of associate professor or full professor in one of the programs of the School of Education
Experience in teaching in P-12 classrooms and/or informal settings in private or public schools, charter schools, and/or adventure and environmental education
Knowledge of Council for the Accreditation Educator Preparation and national educator accreditation and state authorization, National Association of Young Children and Association of Experiential Education accreditation processes
Commitment to developing a student-centered institution of higher education and a commitment to the mission of a teaching college
Commitment to diversity and a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion with faculty, students, and staff
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with higher education distance education, hybrid and online educator preparation programs, and outreach efforts in rural communities impacted by educator shortages
Collaborative and congenial leadership style with strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to advocate for the School of Education and work closely with other Deans as part of Provost’s Council and other College leadership groups
Innovative approaches to the development, enrichment, and assessment of educational programs and associated field placements, practicums, and experiences
Experience with deeper learning, experiential, and expeditionary models of learning
Enthusiastic interest in implementing College’s new strategic plan and developing new initiatives and priorities that align with strategic plan
Strong organizational, personnel management, fiscal managements, and budgetary skills
Major Responsibilities
Provides inclusive and inspirational leadership, enacts strategic thinking, and articulates a clear and compelling vision of the School of Education to internal and external audiences.
Oversees educator preparation program, Campbell Child and Family Center and adventure education program planning, development, and invention.
Creates and maintains collaborations with external organizations and institutions through coordinated field experiences, internships, professional development activities and grants projects to address rural and regional P-12 needs such as resolving teacher shortages, supporting teaching in rural and remote areas, and serving culturally and linguistically diverse students.
Initiates and maintains fundraising for student scholarships and faculty research, and grant writing for collaborative ventures with regional school districts.
Responsible for personnel management, fiscal management and facility and technology improvements of the School of Education, including Teacher Education and Adventure Education classrooms and Campbell Child and Family Center.
Oversees sense of purpose and community, diversity and inclusion with faculty, students and staff
Work Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
Ability to work in a confined area.
Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
Compensation
Salary and benefits are competitive with an accredited school of similar size. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2020.
Application Process
A complete application packet includes: • Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for position o Include details regarding how your course design and personal and professional experiences allow you to encourage a learning environment grounded in equity and inclusion. “How do you envision contributing to Fort Lewis College’s commitment to equity and inclusion?” • Curriculum vitae • Names and contact information for three current, professional references
Submit materials as one PDF file via email to: eddeansearch@fortlewis.edu Attn: Dean of School of Education Search
Application materials received by February 10, 2020, will receive full consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.
Jan 17, 2020
Full time
Position Summary
The Fort Lewis College School of Education offers a wide range of programs that express our dynamic commitment to innovative educator preparation, our inclusive teaching service in the Four Corners region, and our leadership role in pedagogical best practices on campus. The Dean oversees Teacher Education undergraduate and graduate licensure programs including undergraduate programs in Early Childhood, Elementary, Secondary, and K12 teacher licensure, and graduate programs in Teacher Leadership, Special Education, Teacher Licensure (Secondary and K-12) and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education. The School includes a nationally known Adventure Education program that prepares adventure guides and outdoor educators in the most spectacular wildlands in the lower 48 states, and it also oversees the Campbell Child and Family Center, an on-campus childcare facility. The ideal candidate would understand and lead the School of Education in ways that leverage campus resources and external relationships, evoking the "sense of place" of the Four Corners to enhance these transformational programs; these initiatives include developing partnerships with tribal communities, leading programming in regional schools, addressing teacher shortages, providing English Language Learner workshops, and meeting other regional educational needs in a rural setting. The School of Education boasts an extremely highly qualified faculty and staff who connect students to new theories, excellent field placements in the region, and culturally rich perspectives. Programs include over 50 graduate students who are teaching in the Four Corners region and 50% of whom are Native American, and over 150 part-time and full-time undergraduate students, comprised of 21% Hispanic and 18% Native American students, many of whom plan to teach in rural areas.
The position reports directly to the Provost of the College and is a full-time, twelve-month exempt position.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate or terminal degree in education or a related field
Distinguished record of teaching and scholarship
Proven record of successful leadership experience in academic administration
Credentials that support appointment with tenure at the rank of associate professor or full professor in one of the programs of the School of Education
Experience in teaching in P-12 classrooms and/or informal settings in private or public schools, charter schools, and/or adventure and environmental education
Knowledge of Council for the Accreditation Educator Preparation and national educator accreditation and state authorization, National Association of Young Children and Association of Experiential Education accreditation processes
Commitment to developing a student-centered institution of higher education and a commitment to the mission of a teaching college
Commitment to diversity and a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion with faculty, students, and staff
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with higher education distance education, hybrid and online educator preparation programs, and outreach efforts in rural communities impacted by educator shortages
Collaborative and congenial leadership style with strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to advocate for the School of Education and work closely with other Deans as part of Provost’s Council and other College leadership groups
Innovative approaches to the development, enrichment, and assessment of educational programs and associated field placements, practicums, and experiences
Experience with deeper learning, experiential, and expeditionary models of learning
Enthusiastic interest in implementing College’s new strategic plan and developing new initiatives and priorities that align with strategic plan
Strong organizational, personnel management, fiscal managements, and budgetary skills
Major Responsibilities
Provides inclusive and inspirational leadership, enacts strategic thinking, and articulates a clear and compelling vision of the School of Education to internal and external audiences.
Oversees educator preparation program, Campbell Child and Family Center and adventure education program planning, development, and invention.
Creates and maintains collaborations with external organizations and institutions through coordinated field experiences, internships, professional development activities and grants projects to address rural and regional P-12 needs such as resolving teacher shortages, supporting teaching in rural and remote areas, and serving culturally and linguistically diverse students.
Initiates and maintains fundraising for student scholarships and faculty research, and grant writing for collaborative ventures with regional school districts.
Responsible for personnel management, fiscal management and facility and technology improvements of the School of Education, including Teacher Education and Adventure Education classrooms and Campbell Child and Family Center.
Oversees sense of purpose and community, diversity and inclusion with faculty, students and staff
Work Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
Ability to work in a confined area.
Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
Compensation
Salary and benefits are competitive with an accredited school of similar size. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2020.
Application Process
A complete application packet includes: • Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for position o Include details regarding how your course design and personal and professional experiences allow you to encourage a learning environment grounded in equity and inclusion. “How do you envision contributing to Fort Lewis College’s commitment to equity and inclusion?” • Curriculum vitae • Names and contact information for three current, professional references
Submit materials as one PDF file via email to: eddeansearch@fortlewis.edu Attn: Dean of School of Education Search
Application materials received by February 10, 2020, will receive full consideration. Position will remain open until filled.
The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts, and pass a background check.
POSITION TITLE: Director of Support Services POSITION NUMBER: 0369.3 PAY GRADE: E-7 DEPARTMENT: Support Services REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations JOB PURPOSE: The Director of Support Services provides management and monitors the operational Ind fiscal activities for: Construction, Copy Center, Employee Housing, Maintenance and Safety, and Transportation Services. Provides management to support the Mission statement, goals, and objectives of the University, the incumbent plans, establishes and implements policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts.
Oversees the supervision of staff, including work allocation, scheduling, training, and problem resolution.
Hosts regular staff meetings to ensure communication among personnel regarding departmental activities.
Increases staff effectiveness by recruiting, hiring, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, evaluation and disciplining, and terminating personnel appropriately; communicates values, strategies, and objectives.
Obtains, develops and maintains necessary personnel, training, and equipment to achieve financial, operational, and compliance expectations.
Provides oversight of construction and building projects.
Oversees the management of excess property.
Researches and identifies prospective grant funding to meet Mission and Goals if Navajo Technical University
Generates and submits grant proposals and applications consistent with state annual funding goals.
Consults with all segments of management responsible for policy or action. Ensures compliance within area of responsibility. Makes recommendations for improving effectiveness of policies and procedures.
Ensures that through planning, design, construction and maintenance the highest reasonable system reliability factor is maintained.
Provides planning, direction, interdepartmental coordination and development of new administrative procedures and policies necessary for the achievement of team goal.
Coordinates activities of assigned components with those of other department . Seeks mutual agreement of problems involving coordination.
Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the Institute in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
Defines and recommends objectives in each area of support services operations. Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates.
Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance units immediately reporting and provides the necessary coordination among activities.
Establishes objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities.
Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility.
Plans, reviews, and recommends adequate plans for the control of planned output , budget spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency, customer service, and order entry efficiency, along with human utilization.
Reviews and approves cost control reports, and cost estimates.
Reviews and approves major projects involving major functional changes within the Service Department functional areas.
Reviews and approves the implementation of organization plans that support Service Department functional areas.
Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Provides reports to subordinates on interpretation of results and approves changes in direction of plans.
Selects and maintains qualified personnel in all positions reporting directly.
Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Ensures that duties, responsibilities, and authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.
Report writing as needed for grants, contracts and internal communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in Public Administration, Construction Management or related field
Five years construction, housing, maintenance or transportation experience.
Three years in a management capacity.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Valid state driver's license.
Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.
The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.
Jan 16, 2020
Full time
POSITION TITLE: Director of Support Services POSITION NUMBER: 0369.3 PAY GRADE: E-7 DEPARTMENT: Support Services REPORTS TO: Vice President of Operations JOB PURPOSE: The Director of Support Services provides management and monitors the operational Ind fiscal activities for: Construction, Copy Center, Employee Housing, Maintenance and Safety, and Transportation Services. Provides management to support the Mission statement, goals, and objectives of the University, the incumbent plans, establishes and implements policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Approves budget expenses up to authorized dollar amounts.
Oversees the supervision of staff, including work allocation, scheduling, training, and problem resolution.
Hosts regular staff meetings to ensure communication among personnel regarding departmental activities.
Increases staff effectiveness by recruiting, hiring, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, evaluation and disciplining, and terminating personnel appropriately; communicates values, strategies, and objectives.
Obtains, develops and maintains necessary personnel, training, and equipment to achieve financial, operational, and compliance expectations.
Provides oversight of construction and building projects.
Oversees the management of excess property.
Researches and identifies prospective grant funding to meet Mission and Goals if Navajo Technical University
Generates and submits grant proposals and applications consistent with state annual funding goals.
Consults with all segments of management responsible for policy or action. Ensures compliance within area of responsibility. Makes recommendations for improving effectiveness of policies and procedures.
Ensures that through planning, design, construction and maintenance the highest reasonable system reliability factor is maintained.
Provides planning, direction, interdepartmental coordination and development of new administrative procedures and policies necessary for the achievement of team goal.
Coordinates activities of assigned components with those of other department . Seeks mutual agreement of problems involving coordination.
Coordinates and collaborates with other departments of the Institute in establishing and carrying out responsibilities.
Defines and recommends objectives in each area of support services operations. Develops specific short-term and long-term plans and programs, together with supporting budget requests and financial estimates.
Directs, monitors, and appraises the performance units immediately reporting and provides the necessary coordination among activities.
Establishes objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities.
Maintains appropriate communications within area of responsibility.
Plans, reviews, and recommends adequate plans for the control of planned output , budget spending, labor efficiency, material efficiency, customer service, and order entry efficiency, along with human utilization.
Reviews and approves cost control reports, and cost estimates.
Reviews and approves major projects involving major functional changes within the Service Department functional areas.
Reviews and approves the implementation of organization plans that support Service Department functional areas.
Reviews performance against operating plans and standards. Provides reports to subordinates on interpretation of results and approves changes in direction of plans.
Selects and maintains qualified personnel in all positions reporting directly.
Assumes other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.
Ensures that duties, responsibilities, and authority and accountability of all direct subordinates are defined and understood.
Report writing as needed for grants, contracts and internal communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree in Public Administration, Construction Management or related field
Five years construction, housing, maintenance or transportation experience.
Three years in a management capacity.
Higher Education experience preferred.
Valid state driver's license.
Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.
The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.
