Seeds Traffic Engineering Student Worker - Student Worker Paraprofessional/Student Worker Paraprofessional Sr

What drives you? At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system.
We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system.
You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good.
You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota.
You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization.
MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details Working Title: Seeds Traffic Engineer Student Worker Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional/ Student Worker Paraprofessional Sr Agency: Transportation Dept Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 10/05/2023 Closing Date: 04/01/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 4-AFSCME Division/Unit: District 4 - Detroit Lakes / D4 Traffic Operations Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Student Worker Paraprofessional Salary Range: $16.
82 - $19.
69 / hourly Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior Salary Range: $18.
26 - $22.
26 / hourly Classified Status: Unclassified Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME Work Area: Detroit Lakes FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary ** 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.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Seeds Student Worker Program is structured to equip and train qualified, diverse students for potential permanent employment with the agency.
To be eligible to participate a student must fall within one of the following categories: a minority; a Recently Separated Veteran (RSV); economically disadvantaged (see *Note below); a student with a disability; or a woman in a STEM or non-traditional field.
*Note: If you are applying based on economic status, you will be asked to provide information to verify income eligibility.
Please go to the following link for details: https://www.
dot.
state.
mn.
us/careers/income.
html.
If you meet the criteria, you will be contacted to provide proof of your economic status.
For information about the Seeds Student Worker Program: Short descriptions of current Seeds job opportunities can be found at: https://www.
dot.
state.
mn.
us/careers/seeds-positions.
html Seeds Student Worker Program at a Glance informational video: Seeds Student Worker Program Program information can be found at: https://www.
dot.
state.
mn.
us/careers/seeds.
html Initial appointments would be a minimum of 1 year.
The job class noted above is Student Worker Paraprofessional.
However, vacancies may be filled at the Student Worker Paraprofessional or Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior job classes depending on the specific vacancy responsibilities.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be a current student enrolled at a college/university, trade, or technical school.
If enrolled at a credit-granting institution, an applicant must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits; or If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, the applicant must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter.
Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off; or Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation.
If hired, you will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to your appointment.
Applicants must be studying a field that fulfills a MnDOT need.
The applicable major is determined for each specific vacancy.
Examples of majors that meet this criteria may include: Accounting, Finance, Business; Communications, Human Resources, Diversity & Equity, Law, Organizational Development, Public Administration; Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Land Surveying, Planning, Urban Studies; or General Studies, Administrative Support.
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.
5 for all majors except engineering.
Engineering majors must have a minimum GPA of a 3.
0.
Applicants will be asked to provide a copy of their transcript to verify GPA prior to being invited to interview.
Applicants must have a minimum of one academic year left in their post-secondary program prior to graduation.
NOTE: You must include an anticipated graduation/completion date and field of study on your resume to determine eligibility.
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 Pre-Employment Physical.
Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page.
If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.
mn.
us.
For additional information about the application process, go to https://www.
mn.
gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position, contact Thuy Tran at thuy.
tran@state.
mn.
us or 612-463-1345.
Why Work for Us Diverse Workforce We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found: 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule Comprehensive Benefits Our 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) 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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer.
We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans.
The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities.
Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation.
Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.
dot@state.
mn.
us; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: https://www.
dot.
state.
mn.
us/policy/hr/hr009.
html.