**Working Title: Student Worker Para Professional** **Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional** **Agency: Transportation Dept** + **Job ID** : 86940 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Part-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Limited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 06/20/2025 + **Closing Date** : 06/26/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Const & Innovative Contracting / Construction + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $17.58 - $20.58 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Construction & Innovative Contracting + **End Date** : Up to one year + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. This position is anticipated for one year with a possibility to extend up to two more years. The position will work approximately 20-30 hours per week, June through September; and 10-20 hours per week, October through May. This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor. The position provides support to the Contract and Lettings unit within the Office of Construction & Innovative Contracting. This includes ensuring that contracts and bonding on the trunk highway system complies with federal and state statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and specifications in addition to the confidentiality of bid data. ** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. **Minimum Qualifications** Applicants must be current students in a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school. Other qualifications include: + Enrolled in a business administration program. + Experience utilizing Microsoft applications and Adobe Pro software. + Strong data analysis skills. Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment. **Additional Requirements** **Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and a drug and alcohol test. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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.