Title 3 S4 Project Director and Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Director

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Working Title:

Title III S4 Project Director and Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence Director

Institution:

Minnesota State College SoutheastMnSCU Academic Professional 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

MSSE - Winona Campus

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$28.75 - $42.16

Job Description

Southeast’s Title III grant project was developed and subsequently funded to institutionalize strategies that will increase enrollment, persistence, and retention of low incomes students from admittance and through commencement. Per the grant application and subsequent funding of the grant, this position will manage the implementation of the Title III project activities in a limited appointment to cover the five-year period of the grant. The project activities include implementing an advising redesign, improving the student onboarding process, facilitating instructional improvements through the establishment of a Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, and creating a data-informed campus culture.  This position is responsible for work direction, policy development, fiscal management, planning, and overall quality assurance.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage implementation of all Title III grant activities

• Oversee and coordinate the planning, implementation and evaluation of grant objectives, strategies and implementation activities. 
• Lead hiring of project staff
• Follow Department of Education rules, guidelines, procedures, and timetables for submission of grant reports.

Fiscal and Data Management

• Maintain project budget and ensure appropriate use of funds
• Collaborate with data personnel to democratize data related to the project

Establish a Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE)

• Create  CTLE policies and procedures
• Plan and facilitate workshops/ learning circles/ duty day activities on effective use of the LMS and 3rd party tools for student engagement, regular and substantive interaction, collaboration, and assessment
• Facilitate faculty enrollment into online teaching effectiveness credential courses
• Partner with faculty to create and refine course materials, aligning them with learning outcomes and incorporating best practices in instructional design and assessment
• Assist faculty in developing and implement assessments that align with course objectives and provide meaningful feedback to support student learning.
• Coordinate peer reviews of online courses
• Test new tools that can be integrated into online course design and D2L Brightspace
• Collect and analyze faculty feedback on the effectiveness of training and resources, using insights to improve and adapt offerings to meet evolving needs.

College-Wide Involvement

• Lead regular meetings with Title III Strengthening and Sustaining Student Success at Southeast (S4) Leadership Team and project staff
• Ensure effective communication regarding grant project.                                                                 

Salary Range:

$60,030-$88,030

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years related experience
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum design, degree planning, instruction, and/or student advising
• Demonstrated leadership in building partnerships and change management
• Demonstrated project management experience
• Demonstrated experience in faculty develop or instructional design
• Experience must demonstrate the ability to independently manage projects, develop and implement processes, analyze data, communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, and exercise professional judgment.
• An associate degree may substitute for six (6) months of professional experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience; and a master's degree may substitute for eighteen (18) months of professional experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  

Preferred Qualification 

• Federal grant management experience (DoED-preferred)
• Two or more years of leadership experience in higher education
• Experience working with faculty, staff, and administration
• Experience in planning and budget development
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday

About

Minnesota State College Southeast is an open-access, public, not-for-profit comprehensive technical and community college.Our campuses are located in the historic river towns of Red Wing and Winona, set sixty miles apart along the Mississippi. The two campuses have distinctive characteristics but are one college in structure, policies, procedures, and mission. Both campuses offer small class sizes, state-of-the-art facilities, and an environment that is friendly and supportive. 

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

12-01-2026

Position End Date:

12-01-2031

Open Date:

11-09-2026

Close Date:

12-03-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Alecia Carol Spagnoletti

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]