1.5 Delegation of Authority

Related Minnesota State Board Policy: 1A.2 Board of Trustees

Related Minnesota State Board Procedure: 1A.2.2 Delegation of Authority

Purpose: To help achieve and ensure the efficient operation of the college while maintaining fiscal and policy integrity

Part 1: Delegation of authority is the formal conveyance from one person to another of the authority to bind the college to a legally enforceable obligation; therefore, any such transfer of powers and duties are significant actions requiring great care and scrutiny.

Subpart A: The President is accountable, through the legal authority of the Minnesota State Board of Trustees, for assuring proper delegation of authority to employees.

Subpart B: Delegation of authority requires ongoing compliance with applicable statutes, rules and board policies.

Subpart C: A delegation of authority shall be commensurate with the employee's role within the organization.

Policy History:

Date of Adoption: Established prior to 2011

Date of Implementation:

Date and Subject of Revisions: May 2019, Updated MnSCU to Minnesota State

Next Review Date: 2015-16