Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity

With limited supervision from the Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity (VPSEE), the incumbent is responsible for ensuring data integrity as it relates to student and personnel information, Riverland policies and procedures, the institution’s strategic decision-making, and the Minnesota State system office. This position coordinates communications, including correspondence, reports, and records between Student Affairs and other college departments, Riverland Community College administration, faculty, students, staff, and community members.

This position provides confidential office management and administrative services to the VPSEE in leadership and direction to support college-wide planning and daily operations, including student affairs, enrollment management, equity efforts, and policies and procedures. This position will troubleshoot situations that arise in the absence of the VPSEE and provide guidance, act on, or escalate concerns to the appropriate administrator or external agency when necessary. The Administrative Assistant will exercise independent discretion when responding to inquiries and will exercise high sensitivity and confidentiality in their work.

Salary Range:

$49611.00 - $66941.00

Minimum Qualifications

• Fluently communicate, read, understand, and respond to a variety of communications, such as customers’ questions, product catalogs, requisitions, purchase orders, detailed instructions and procedures, inventory records, and distribution lists.

• Demonstrated experience in project management, administrative support, office coordination, and executing events.

• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and creativity skills such as logical reasoning, objective interpretation, and ability to conceptualize.

• Skills in customer service are sufficient to provide prompt, courteous, and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, and through email and other written correspondence.

• Expert skills in using word processing, Excel, and other software applications to track budgets and prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, communications, and records.

• Knowledge of sound business practices for disbursements, purchasing and receipts techniques, and internal control concepts.

• Knowledge and proficiency in various PC software applications such as MS Office, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, SharePoint, and Workday.

Preferred Qualification 

• Associate Degree or higher in Administrative Assistant or related field.

• Previous experience in higher education working with collective bargaining agreements.

• Accomplished ability in disseminating, tracking, and managing time-sensitive materials to ensure that deadlines are met.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team to solve problems.

• Intermediate skills in using computer technology: Microsoft Office, internet, email, and calendar systems.

• Bilingual/multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer, or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities.

• Demonstrated experience working with multicultural and underserved populations.

?Other Requirements

A complete online application will include a letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae.  Please note that the search committee will not review incomplete applications.

This position requires completing employment references and a driver’s license background check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00 am - 4:30 pm / Monday through Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Riverland Community College is dedicated to fostering an environment where employees, students, and the region thrive. Guided by our vision, mission, and values, we provide excellent opportunities for every student to reach their academic and career goals. Our values focus on cultivating student growth through service, collaboration, innovation, and respect. We offer a supportive and innovative culture that values individual and team contribution and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to continually developing a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our students and communities. We recognize the strength in varied experiences and perspectives, enhancing our ability to serve the people of our region effectively.

Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Commitment: Riverland is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution. We welcome candidates who understand HSIs and the Latinx student experience, further enriching our inclusive community.

Student-Centered Education: With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and hands-on learning. Riverland offers student-centered education that empowers individuals to succeed. Our diverse range of credit and non-credit courses cater to various learning modalities.

Program Offerings: With campuses in Albert Lea, Austin, and Owatonna, Riverland offers associate degrees in more than 90 career options, liberal arts and sciences, and customized training, ensuring comprehensive educational opportunities for all.

Community and Quality of Life: Located in southern Minnesota, our region boasts excellent public and parochial education systems, diverse recreational activities for all seasons, and upscale communities, enriching both personal and professional lives.

Join Riverland Community College, where dedication to employees, students, and the region drives excellence in education and service.

To learn more about Riverland or Minnesota State, visit www.riverland.edu or www.minnstate.edu.

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.