NCAT Assistant Director / MnSCU Academic Professional 3

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Working Title :

NCAT Assistant Director / MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Institution :

Northland Community and Technical College

Classification Title :

MnSCU Academic Professional 3

Bargaining Unit / Union :

214 : Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City :

NLND - Aerospace Campus

FLSA : Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time :

Full time

Employment Condition :

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range : $28.26 - $41.43

Job Description

This position is designated as remote work. The incumbent will work on a regular basis at a remote work location that is the employee’s permanent / principal work location. The incumbent will travel to Northland, and other locations, as a requirement of the position. This position exists to provide management of the various projects as listed below, within the National Center for Autonomous Technologies (NCAT) and directly supports the NCAT Director, with authority for NCAT leadership decisions as appropriate. The scope of work includes but is not limited to direct the NCAT Ambassador program, coordinate professional development opportunities, collaborate with partnering organizations across the country, monitors a multi-million dollar annual budget, strategize broad impact initiatives with external partners at executive levels, develop and manage contracts with partners to accomplish NCAT goals and objectives. Secondary functions include representing NCAT leadership and / or NCTC at STEM fairs, career fairs, exhibits and conferences and work with the NCAT Director and various NCAT stakeholders to develop new initiatives, service-learning opportunities, summer camps, workshops, and support the NCAT national education resource hub for autonomous technologies with a focus on outreach and expanded partnerships.

• Collaborates with Principle Investigators / Co-Principle Investigators to coordinate activities
• Develops Relationships and Consults with Education Partners to assist with management of a nationwide process for attaining and maintaining education and industry program accreditation with NCAT partners
• Provide support to NCAT National Science Foundation program
• Oversee grant activities, outreach and reporting requirements of the NCAT grant
• Support the NCAT Director in ensuring training, safety requirements and advanced initiatives are met
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job)

Preferred Qualification (desired but not expected to have to enter job)

Other Requirements

Must submit : Resume & cover letter

NOTICE : The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

In accordance with the Minnesota State’s Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college / university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Days / M-F

Telework (Yes / No)

This position is designated as remote work

About

Northland is a comprehensive two-year community & technical college with campuses in East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls, MN. We are united as one college to increase educational access, support student success, strengthen partnerships, and advance equity in the communities we serve.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include :

Support to help you reach your career goals :

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work / life support :

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at

http : / / mn.gov / mmb / employee-relations / labor-relations / Labor / .

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact Kari Beito at 218-683-8632 or email kari.beito@northlandcollege.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 ($150 - $1500), 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.

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 : 10-22-2025

Position End Date : Open Date :

09-24-2025

Close Date :

Posting Contact Name :

Kari Beito

Posting Contact Email :

kari.beito@northlandcollege.edu