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Michigan Technological University

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Communication Specialist</b></h2>
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<p></p><b>Job No:</b> 25300<br>
<b>Department:</b> Dean of Students/VP Stu Affairs<br>
<b>Work Type:</b> Staff - Full Time<br>
<b>Location:</b> Main Campus (Houghton, MI)<br>
<b>Full Time / Part Time:</b> Full Time<br>
<b>Categories:</b> Student Affairs, Communication<br>
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<div><p><b>Department: </b>Student Affairs</p>
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<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Summary</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Michigan Technological University is seeking a Communication Specialist who plays a vital role in supporting the Division of Student Affairs' mission to be educators committed to the success of every student. This position develops and implements comprehensive communication strategies for parents and students, manages web content, and creates engaging promotional materials. The communication specialist prepares communications for leadership and collaborates across Student Affairs departments and with University Marketing and Communications to ensure consistent and effective messaging in support of student programs and services.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Responsibilities and Essential Duties</b></div><b>
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<div><div><b>Strategic Communications</b><br>
<ul><li>Provide communication support to Student Affairs leadership, including preparing talking points, assisting with presentations, and generating thought leadership opportunities.</li><li>Working collaboratively with all Student Affairs departments, develop a comprehensive communication strategy for disseminating timely and appropriate communication to parents of current students.
</li><li>Work with all departments across Student Affairs and in collaboration with University Marketing and Communications to maintain current Student Affairs websites.
</li><li>Create content to be used by Student Affairs departments on their social media platforms, posters, and other promotional material to promote and increase attendance at events and services.
</li><li>Coordinate content for the monthly &ldquo;Insights from Student Affairs&rdquo; blog and CampusESP Parent platform.</li><li>Recruit, hire, supervise, and evaluate approved and assigned student employees.</li></ul><br>
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General Responsibilities</b><br>
<ul><li>Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to ensure that services delivered to students are audience-specific, timely, culturally-relevant, needs-based, aligned with leadership&rsquo;s priorities and student learning outcomes, and can be evaluated.</li><li>Develop and manage approved programming and/or service delivery budgets based on data and event requirements.</li><li>Perform other mission-critical and position-specific duties as requested based on operational needs (e.g., all-hands-on-deck events such as orientation, welcome week, homecoming, commencement, and other university traditions).Participate and actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives and strategies and apply knowledge to everyday work.</li><li>Actively engage in creating a welcoming and professional work environment for staff, students, and visitors.</li><li>Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.</li></ul></div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Education, Certifications, Licensures</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, business, education, public relations, or related field, or the equivalent combination of military, education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Experience</b></div><b>
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<div><ul><li>2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline</li><li>Experience working in a higher education or agency environment</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing or supporting internal and external communications</li><li>Experience working with college-age students</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Desirable Education and/or Experience</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Experience leading or contributing to planning or organizing projects, programs, services, etc.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities</b></div><b>
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<div><ul><li>Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with groups of students, faculty, and staff.</li><li>Ability to collaborate on or design brochures, event flyers, and/or newsletters and develop and manage social media accounts.</li><li>Ability to manage time effectively, learn, and contribute to overall departmental tasks and goals.
</li><li>Ability to use interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive professional relationships and resolve conflict in a team environment and with individuals from various backgrounds and experiences.</li><li>Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software, preferably Microsoft Office or Google Suite.</li><li>Ability to function effectively and make sound decisions in stressful and crisis situations.</li><li>Ability to handle multiple projects, services, activities, etc. in a timely and professional manner in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment.</li><li>Ability to work independently under limited supervision and in teams.
</li><li>Ability to make reasoned administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive and confidential issues.
</li><li>Ability to work evening and weekend hours based on operational need.</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Knowledge of generational college students and the ability to design generation- and audience-specific programs/events/services.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Work Environment and/or Physical Demands</b></div><b>
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<div><div><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT:</b>
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<ul><li>Moving small- to medium-sized boxes of materials in and out office during special events</li><li>Driving personal or university vehicles or golf-cart during special events to transport materials and supplies to events
</li><li>The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate</li><li>Fast-paced</li><li>Results-oriented</li><li>Accountability-driven</li></ul></div><p><br>
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br>
Personal Protective Equipment: None Required</p>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following required training. Additional training may be required by the department (e.g., FERPA):<br>
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<b>Required University Training:</b><br>
<ul><li>Employee Safety Overview</li><li>Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training</li><li>Annual Data Security Training
</li><li>Annual Title IX Training</li></ul>
Required Departmental Training: *<br>
<ul><li>Ongoing professional development to be determined.</li><li>If applicable, insert required departmental training here&hellip;</li></ul><br>
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Background Check:</b><br>
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check, including motor vehicle, has been performed and the results received and assessed.<br>
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<b>Other Conditions of Employment:</b><br>
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. Visa sponsorship is unavailable at this time. This is not an E-Verified Position.<br>
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Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities</div><br>
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</div><div><p><b>Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)</b></p>
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<div>1</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>FLSA Status</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Exempt</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Appointment Term</b></div><b>
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<div><div>12 months</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Shift</b></div><b>
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<div><ul><li></li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Pay Rate/Salary</b></div><b>
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<div><div>The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $65,000. However, the final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Title of Position Supervisor</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Vice President for Student Affairs</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div><b>
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<p>Internal &amp; External</p>
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<div><div><div><b>Dependent on Funding</b></div><b>
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<p>No</p>
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<div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)</b></div><b>
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<div><div>Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.<br>
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Full consideration will be given to applicants who apply by January 2, 2026.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><i>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></div>
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If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech&rsquo;s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.</i></p><p><br>
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Other Conditions of Employment:</i></b><br>
<i>Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.</i></p><br>
<p><i>
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.</i></p>
<p><i>
The </i><i>Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</i><i> contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. Michigan Tech will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the Michigan Tech Public Safety.</i></p>
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In compliance with the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) and its implementing regulations (34 CFR Part 86), Michigan Tech is committed to maintaining a drugfree campus environment and actively promoting the health and safety of its community. Find </i><i>our notice</i><i> that outlines the University's policies, legal sanctions, health risks, and available support resources related to the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol.</i></p></div></div></div><br>
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<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Required </b><b>Education, Certifications, Licensures* </b>(minimum requirements)</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Advertised:</b> 03 Dec 2025 Eastern Standard Time<br>
<b>Applications close:</b> 02 Jan 2026 Eastern Standard Time</p></div><p></p>

Communication Specialist

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Chief Procurement Officer</b></h2>
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<p></p><b>Job No:</b> 25298<br>
<b>Department:</b> CFO &amp; Vice President for Admin<br>
<b>Work Type:</b> Staff - Full Time<br>
<b>Location:</b> Main Campus (Houghton, MI)<br>
<b>Full Time / Part Time:</b> Full Time<br>
<b>Categories:</b> Management, Administrative/Business/Professional<br>
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<div><p><b>Department: </b>CFO</p>
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<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Summary</b></div><b>
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<div><div>The Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) provides strategic, operational, and policy leadership for all university procurement, contracting, sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing compliance activities. This is a newly created institution-wide senior leadership role responsible for establishing Michigan Tech&rsquo;s first centralized Procurement &amp; Contract Management Office.</div><p><br>
The university is transitioning from a decentralized purchasing environment to a unified, strategic procurement model. The CPO will lead the development of modern procurement processes, implement enterprise tools and systems, establish institutional standards, and build a cohesive structure to support Michigan Tech&rsquo;s long-term financial sustainability and operational integrity. The CPO will also oversee Michigan Tech&rsquo;s existing Purchasing and Insurance Program Office, integrating its operations into the centralized procurement structure and aligning its work with university-wide strategy and standards.</p><p><br>
The CPO will be responsible for creating the Universities procurement and contract management infrastructure from the ground up, developing university-wide policies, standardizing processes, implementing technology platforms, creating governance structures, and establishing clear institutional oversight. This position will bring Michigan Tech in line with higher-education best practices and support the university&rsquo;s operational and financial goals.</p><p><br>
The CPO partners with the Office of General Counsel (OGC) for legal review while retaining full operational ownership of procurement strategy, sourcing, vendor management, and the entire contract lifecycle processes.</p>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Responsibilities and Essential Duties</b></div><b>
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<div><div><b>Strategic Leadership &amp; Transformation</b><br>
<ul><li>Build and lead a centralized Procurement &amp; Contract Management Office for the university.</li><li>Develop and implement a university-wide procurement strategy aligned with Michigan Tech&rsquo;s financial and administrative priorities.</li><li>Establish policies, procedures, and governance structures for procurement and contracting.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives to modernize processes, improve cycle times, and increase transparency.</li><li>Develop KPIs, dashboards, and analytics to support data-driven purchasing and contract decisions.</li><li>Integrate and provide strategic leadership to the existing Purchasing and Insurance Program Office.</li></ul><br>
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Procurement Operations</b><br>
<ul><li>Oversee the full procure-to-pay lifecycle, including competitive bidding, sourcing, purchase orders, contracting, and vendor onboarding.</li><li>Standardize contract templates, playbooks, and workflows across all units.</li><li>Implement scalable procurement systems, including enterprise contract management software and related procurement tools.</li><li>Coordinate all campus purchasing activities to ensure consistency, compliance, and value optimization.</li><li>Align purchasing and insurance functions within the centralized procurement model.</li></ul><br>
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Contract Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Own the enterprise contract lifecycle management (CLM) function&mdash;routing, tracking, negotiation coordination, and compliance monitoring.</li><li>Ensure contracts receive appropriate financial, operational, risk, and legal review within standardized workflows.</li><li>Establish and maintain a university centralized contract repository, including tracking of key terms, reporting, expirations, renewals, and contract performance metrics.</li><li>Lead the development of Michigan Tech&rsquo;s first institution-wide contract management system and processes.</li></ul><br>
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Vendor &amp; Category Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Develop and manage strategic supplier relationships to enhance reliability, cost structure, and service quality.</li><li>Lead major campus-wide sourcing initiatives (e.g., IT procurement, facilities, auxiliary services, research supplies).</li><li>Oversee vendor performance monitoring, contract compliance, and risk assessments.</li></ul><br>
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Compliance &amp; Risk Management</b><br>
<ul><li>Ensure compliance with federal/state procurement regulations (including Uniform Guidance and state procurement standards) and university policies.</li><li>Partner with OGC for legal term review while retaining operational ownership of contracting workflows.</li><li>Ensure alignment with audit requirements and lead corrective action plans when needed.</li><li>Strengthen institutional internal controls through centralized oversight and standardized practices.</li></ul></div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Education, Certifications, Licensures</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain management, finance, public administration, or related field.</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Experience</b></div><b>
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<div><ul><li>10+ years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contracting, or supply chain management.</li><li>Demonstrated experience managing contract lifecycle processes and leading strategic sourcing initiatives.</li><li>Strong understanding of public-sector or higher-education procurement regulations.</li><li>Proven leadership experience implementing organizational change in a complex environment.</li><li>Experience building or modernizing procurement or contract management functions is strongly preferred.</li></ul></div><br>
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<div><div><div><b>Desirable Education and/or Experience</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree (MBA, MPA, or related field).</li><li>Prior experience in higher education or a large public-sector environment.</li><li>Certifications such as CPSM, CPPO, or equivalent.</li><li>Experience implementing procurement technologies or contract lifecycle management systems (e.g., Jaggaer, SciQuest, Workday Procure-to-Pay).</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities</b></div><b>
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<div><ul><li>Strategic thinking and operational discipline</li><li>Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills</li><li>Ability to establish trust and credibility across diverse stakeholders</li><li>Change management expertise</li><li>Strong understanding of contract law fundamentals (not as a lawyer, but as a procurement expert)</li><li>Commitment to transparency, accountability, and service excellence</li><li>Ability to build new systems, processes, and structures from inception</li></ul>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><div>Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.<br>
<br>
Required University Training:<br>
<ul><li>Employee Safety Overview</li><li>Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training</li><li>Annual Data Security Training</li><li>Annual Title IX Training
</li></ul><br>
Background Check:<br>
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.</div>
</div>
</div><div><p><b>Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)</b></p>
<div>
<div>1</div>
</div>
</div><div><div><div><b>FLSA Status</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><div>Exempt</div>
</div>
</div><div><div><div><b>Pay Rate/Salary</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><div>The minimum expected salary for this position is $150,000. However, the final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.</div>
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</div><div><div><div><b>Title of Position Supervisor</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<div><div>CFO and VP for Administration</div>
</div>
</div><div><div><div><b>Posting Type</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<p>Internal &amp; External</p>
</div>
<div><div><div><b>Dependent on Funding</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<p>No</p>
</div>
<div><div><div><b>Special Instructions for Applicant</b></div><b>
</b></div>
<p>Please include your cover letter with your resume at time of application.</p>
</div>
</div></div><div><i>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</i></div>
<p><i>
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech&rsquo;s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.</i></p><p><br>
<b><i>
Other Conditions of Employment:</i></b><br>
<i>Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.</i></p><br>
<p><i>
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.</i></p>
<p><i>
The </i><i>Annual Security and Fire Safety Report</i><i> contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. Michigan Tech will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the Michigan Tech Public Safety.</i></p></div></div></div><br>
<p></p>
</div>
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<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Required </b><b>Education, Certifications, Licensures* </b>(minimum requirements)</div>
</div>
</div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Advertised:</b> 26 Nov 2025 Eastern Standard Time<br>
<b>Applications close:</b></p></div><p></p>

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