Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity

Job Description

The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity oversees the Student Affairs Division, leads the College’s Strategic Enrollment Plan, and serves as the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) officer for the College. In partnership with the Vice President of Academics and Innovation, will work to co-create a student experience that transforms lives through excellence in service, education, and career training. They also provide leadership, management, strategic direction, policy development, and oversight for all areas within Student Affairs. They provide College-wide leadership for the College’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts in support of the College’s mission, vision, and strategic framework. This position will play a vital role in Riverland achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status by 2028 and in helping Riverland meet its equity goals by optimizing College processes and systems to promote student recruitment, persistence, and success.

The Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Equity serves on the President’s Executive Cabinet and provides broad advice and assistance to the President in establishing and meeting the strategic direction of the College. As a member of the President’s senior administrative team, the Vice President represents the College as designated by the President, within Minnesota State, external agencies and bodies, and serves as a college officer/representative on public occasions. The person in this position serves on key College committees, leading Strategic Enrollment Management and DEI teams and initiatives and works to improve campus culture and equity. They are responsible for building a culture conducive to achieving Hispanic Serving Institution status and must have a solid understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures and ideally will be fluent in Spanish.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational Administration, or equivalent.
• Relevant, progressive leadership experience in designing, implementing, sustaining, and advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
• Strategic enrollment management experience
• Minimum of three years of senior higher education leadership experience which included the management of employees
• Understanding of Hispanic culture in relationship to strategic enrollment management
• Experience in recruiting and leading diverse personnel, including team building, cultural sensitivity, conflict resolution, and team projects

Preferred Qualification 

• Doctoral degree.
• Experience at a Hispanic Serving Institution.
• Working knowledge in managing, developing, allocating and monitoring assigned planning and budgeting processes.
• Executive experience working in a unionized College or university environment.
• Bilingual/Multilingual fluent in Spanish, Somali, Karen, Anuak, Nuer or other languages that reflect our student body, workforce, and communities, strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with a multicultural and underserved populations.

Other Requirements

This position requires successful completion of employment references and a driver's license background check.

A complete online application will include the following:

1. A cover letter that addresses the qualifications listed previously.

2. Current Curriculum Vitae / Resume.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

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

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Correct Salary Range

$95,550-$133,875 / Annual

NOTE: A detailed job description is available upon request, email mary.abdo@riverland.edu for that information.

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, with a commitment 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 with an understanding of 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 provides associate degrees in more than 90 career options, as well as 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.