Farm Business Management (Urban) Instructor

Position Information

Classification TitleFarm Business ManagementWorking TitleFarm Business Management (Urban) InstructorHire TypesFacultyDivisionStudent AffairsDepartmentDean Ag Studies, Ag EnergyUnitDean Ag Studies, Ag EnergyLocationStaples, in 7 county MetroFLSAExemptFull/Part TimeFull TimeFTE1.0Employment ConditionUnlimited Work ShiftMonday-FridayWork Schedule/Hours/DaysMonday-Friday based on enrollment options for the 2024-25 academic year.

Posting DetailsOpen until filled. First review of applications 05/31/2024.

Salary placement based on MSCF credentialing.

Salary MinimumSalary MaximumSalary TypeAnnualBargaining Unit/Plan210, MSCFJob DescriptionFacilitate and engage underserved populations in urban regions to provide management instruction to students enrolled in the Farm Business Management program. Instruction is primarily delivered in a one-on-one setting with the student, but also includes web-based video conferencing. Additional classroom instruction is provided as needed, with a potential for on-line delivery. The primary curriculum emphasis for this program includes: Accounting, Financial Management, Business Analysis and Planning, Agricultural Enterprise Evaluation, and Goal Setting. Additional curriculum areas may include: small scale/specialty crop production and technical assistance. Outreach and engagement of farmer students and related industries to enhance cross-cultural experiences will be required in this role.

• Required Qualifications
• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, agriculture education, business, finance, economics or accounting.
• Occupational Experience Requirement: Four full-time (or equivalent) years of verified related paid work experience in agricultural operations, agricultural finance, or agribusiness.
• Recency Requirement: One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Immersive experiences with diverse cultures, immigrant, and refugee populations.
• Demonstrates competency in cross-cultural experiences.
• Demonstrates experience in recognizing and removing barriers for underserved populations.
• Knowledge of accounting principles.
• Excellent computer skills with experience working with computerized accounting programs.
• Experience using teaching techniques that support diverse learning styles.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills.
• Knowledge of basic production practices and direct marketing for fruit, vegetable, and small livestock farms.
• Demonstrate familiarity with and commitment to the mission and constituencies of a comprehensive community and technical college.
• Dedication to teaching and student learning providing quality education emphasizing college level standards.
• Dedicated to working with multiple cultures, agencies, educational institutions, non-profits, and other partners with a common mission to support food systems across diverse cultures.
• Experience navigating government and non-profit programs to serve farmer needs.
• Demonstrate high level of cultural competency and ability to building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, aligning with CLC’s Culture of Caring environment.

Other RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of the following: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.

AboutWe are a comprehensive community and technical college serving about 5,500 students per year. With a knowledgeable, caring faculty and modern, results-oriented programs in comfortable facilities, CLC is the college of choice for seekers of success.

Benefits InfoOur benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberF235PNumber of Vacancies1Re-postingNoDesired Start Date08/01/2024Position End Date (if temporary)Open Date05/28/2024Close Date06/10/2024Open Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions SummaryOpen until filled. First review of applications 6/10/2024.

Accept ApplicationsYesPosting ContactEqual Employment Opportunity StatementMinnesota 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 the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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