Job Description

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Working Title:

Inclusive Higher Education Program Coordinator / MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Institution:

Normandale Community College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Bloomington

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$28.26 - $41.43

We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

NOTICE OF VACANCY

Inclusive Higher Education Program Coordinator

Classification: MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Limited, Full Time *one-year grant funded, with the potential to renewed on an annual basis

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

*A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable)

Salary Range: Hourly from $28.26 to $41.43; Annually from $59,007 to $86,506

• Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

(Please note that a different range may be displayed elsewhere in this post due to a glitch; this is the correct range.)

This vacancy is posted on-line from Thursday, December 4, 2025, to Thursday, December 18, 2025, until 11:59 PM.

*Please anticipate a delay in the weeks after the position closes as we enter the holiday season. The search process will continue early next year.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Inclusive Higher Education Program (IHE) Coordinator provides strategic leadership, development and coordination of the IHE Grant, a program for students with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) to obtain a college credential at Normandale Community College. The IHE Coordinator will work collaboratively across the college and with a work group to develop, implement and sustain the program, including developing and getting approvals for the academic programs, developing a process for recruiting and admitting eligible students, and identifying necessary quality processes, services and supports for its students', admission, onboarding, integration, and success. The Coordinator will utilize and fulfill all requirements of the initial Office of Higher Education (OHE) Inclusive Higher Education Grant funding. The Coordinator will work with college leaders to develop a plan for sustainability to include differential tuition, fees, and additional grant funding. This position is supported with a one-year grant, which has the potential to be renewed on an annual basis for up to nine additional years.

This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including achieving equity in educational outcomes and supporting a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL: These qualifications are required to move forward; as such, ( ensure your application contains descriptions of your education and work experience sufficient to demonstrate competency in each of the following ):

• Two (2) years of relevant work experience in a related field such as rehabilitation counseling, education, disability studies, higher education, psychology, human services, or social work. A bachelor's degree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience, and an associate's degree may substitute for six (6) months.

• Demonstrated experience working with and providing services to individuals with disabilities.

• Understanding of accommodations for individuals with document disabilities.

• Knowledge of laws and bylaws that govern disability services such as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Association of Higher Education and Disabilities (AHEAD).

• Knowledge of adaptive computer technology and its appropriateness for students with disabilities.

• Demonstrated initiative and experience in project development.

• Excellent administrative skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Experience working with and knowledge of community resources whose services provide support for basic needs to individuals and families.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for which we will interview:

• Ability to work independently on behalf of the college.

• Ability to demonstrate success in fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

PREFERRED:

• Master's degree in a related field such as rehabilitation counseling, education, disability studies, higher education, psychology, human services, or social work.

• Three (3) years' experience working with and providing services to individuals with disabilities, especially in a higher education setting.

• Ability to advocate for student needs and disseminate information regarding services at the community college and within the community.

• Willingness to work with students with diverse needs and challenges.

• Effective organizational skills to coordinate academic accommodations, track student demographics, and produce annual reports.

• Familiarity with community resources that assist students with disabilities to access and succeed in college.

• Experience with program development and assessment.

• Demonstrated experience with conflict resolution.

• Knowledge of Minnesota State system policies and procedures.

WHY NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Normandale ( is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE

As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, income protection plans, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.

For information on benefits, visit SEGIP's website SEGIP ( . For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure ( through MMB.

This position is also part of the Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE). The 2025-2027 UNIT 14: GENERAL PROFESSIONAL LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA AND THE MINNESOTA ASSOCIATION OF PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES ( outlines many additional benefits provided.

The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.

No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.

Reasonable accommodation will be made for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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.

Desired Start Date:

02-25-2026

Position End Date:

03-11-2026

Open Date:

12-04-2025

Close Date:

12-19-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Vicky Sayaovang

Posting Contact Email:

wi7881gs@minnstate.edu

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Fixed term contract, Work experience placement, H1b, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,

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