DIRECTOR OF STUDENT UNION AND CONFERENCE CENTER
SOUTHWEST MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) is one of seven universities in
the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and provides a diverse
curriculum of liberal arts and selected professional programs to
approximately 3,000 on-campus students and numerous off-campus students.
SMSU is committed to fostering a global perspective.  The University has
been named the number one public comprehensive college - bachelor's
division - in the Midwest by US News & World Report for eight consecutive
years. SMSU is located in the city of Marshall (pop. 13,000), in southwest
Minnesota, 150 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul and 90 miles from Sioux
Falls, S.D.

SMSU is currently engaged in aggressive facilities renewal, including a
110,000 square foot, $18 Million renovation of our student union and
conference center.  The facilities were designed to be the gateway to the
campus for both students and the region. Designed within the student union
are ARAMARK dining services, Barnes and Noble campus bookstore, coffee shop,
video store, game room, art gallery, various offices, conference rooms and
lounge areas.  The attached two level conference facility is approximately
33,000 square feet and was designed for flexibility.  Moveable partition
walls, large staging kitchen, quality sound systems, and variable lighting
are some of the strengths of the facility.

With the approaching completion of the two facilities, Southwest Minnesota
State University invites applications for our Director of the Student Union
and Conference Center position.  The Director provides comprehensive
supervision for the daily operation, programming, and staffing of the
student union and conference facility with a special emphasis placed on the
creation of a vibrant campus environment through collaborative programming
and new initiatives with the campus and the local community.  Additional
responsibilities include the supervision of dining services, campus
bookstore, scheduling, and the campus information desk; establish annual
departmental budgets, staffing plans, supply and equipment purchases, and
recommendations for repairs and improvements.  Masters Degree in Student
Personnel Administration, Higher Education, Education, or similar is
required.  At least two years of progressive experience in the management of
a Student Union is also required.  Experience in planning, facilities
management, staff development and supervision, and financial administration
is preferred. The new director must have outstanding interpersonal and
community relations skills and possess the ability to communicate and work
effectively with a diverse community.   Starting date is November 1, 2004 or
a date to be negotiated.  Send letter of application addressing position
qualifications, resume, transcripts, name, address and phone number of three
references to Human Resources, Southwest Minnesota State University, 1501
State Street, Marshall, MN 56258.  Review of the applications will begin
October 1, 2004 and will continue until the position is filled.  E-MAIL
ADDRESS:  Okrinab@southwestMSU.edu  Visit our website at
www.southwestMSU.edu

Southwest Minnesota State University is a member of the Minnesota State
Colleges and Universities System and is an equal opportunity educator and
employer.  The University is committed to affirmative recruitment and
encourages applications from women, persons of color, and persons with
disabilities.  Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the
United States.