ABOUT THE POSITION

The members of the History, Political Science, and Education Department value a diversity of approaches and backgrounds in our faculty. We are committed to providing a solid foundation in core historical areas to students of all backgrounds. We believe in a rigorous quality education that provides learning opportunities on multiple levels. Our curriculum offers a range of entry and intermediate level courses that enhance the liberal arts preparation for students working toward the History Transfer Pathway AA degree or another degree program at Normandale, as well as for students transferring to four-year institutions, whether or not they major in History. The Department encourages a participatory and democratic faculty culture and affirms the historically engaged role our faculty have played in service to the college.

Normandale Community College is striving to achieve Equity 2025, closing all equity gaps for students of color by 2025. The individuals selected for this position will be expected to advance this goal through culturally responsive teaching, identifying barriers to success for students of color, and proposing effective solutions to eliminate those barriers. Individuals who do not have a background in culturally responsive teaching will be expected to complete the College’s training.

Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application will include the following:

Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, serving almost 15,000 students from diverse backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow and learn and advance all the while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students to learn.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid personal and sick leave; employer-paid life insurance; pre-tax flexible spending accounts and retirement savings plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for employees and certain dependents, once qualifying criteria are met.

For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP. For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure available from MMB.

This position is also part of Minnesota State College Faculty (MSCF). The collective bargaining agreement outlines many additional benefits provided.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The college is committed to honoring human differences. We expect and foster tolerance of different values and ideas. We are committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.

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, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.