PSEO Office Assistant

TO APPLY:  

In order to be considered for this position please submit the following documents directly to pseo@mnsu.edu:

1) Resume
2) Cover letter
3) Unofficial transcripts 
4) Three references 
5) Writing sample/diversity statement

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: April 30, 2024

POSITION START DATE: July 31, 2024

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION: 

Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) provides high school students with access to free college credits. Our office works with 50+ high schools from across southern Minnesota and the metro. The office provides two different opportunities for students to earn credits:

1) Traditional PSEO, students who take courses taught by university faculty or adjuncts. They can enroll in person or online.

2) Concurrent enrollment, sometimes referred to as College in the Schools. Students enroll in Minnesota State Mankato courses at their high school. Courses are taught by their high school instructors and are aligned with the rigor of campus courses.

This position will work collaboratively with other members of the PSEO Office to advance both the PSEO Office’s and University’s missions. Primary responsibilities include:

1) Developing and distributing monthly newsletters to campus and off-campus stakeholders that highlight accomplishments;

2) Designing, distributing, and analyzing surveys to assist in continuous improvement of the PSEO Office;

3) Serving as a success coach to PSEO students;

4) Assisting in planning PSEO events, and;

5) Assisting the PSEO staff in developing more efficient processes, utilizing technology and automations when appropriate.

Additional responsibilities may include:

Website updates, and reaching out to at-risk students in our campus’s early alert system (MavConnect). You may be asked to help at off-site locations which may require some travel. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Enrollment in a graduate program at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Prior experience with communication and/or marketing events.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
• Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Knowledge or understanding of Office 365, including Power Automate, PowerBi, and Microsoft Lists, or an ability to learn and integrate the technology.
• Understanding and experience with web design.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver. 

RELATED INFORMATION: 

Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment. 

Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu. 

CONTACT 

Mike Altomari, Director, PSEO Office

PSEO 

Minnesota State University, Mankato 

313 Armstrong Hall 

Mankato, MN 56001 

Phone: 507-389-5119

TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 

Email: pseo@mnsu.edu 

NOTICE:  

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

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111 or by emailing security@mnsu.edu. 

Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Requests for reasonable accommodation of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Office of Human Resources, 507-389-2015 (V), 800-627-3529 or 711 (MRS/TTY). This vacancy notice is available in an alternative format upon request. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an affirmative action/equal opportunity University and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.