Office Receptionist - Student Worker Clerical

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint-Paul; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Low-cost medical, dental, vision

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is seeking a student worker receptionist for the Office of Land Management in St. Paul. The role involves greeting customers, answering phones, taking messages, and routing inquiries to staff.

It supports the office team, training coordinator, and supervisors, while handling mail, supplies, and special requests. Work is on-site; during summer it is full-time, and during the school year it is part-time to fit a student’s schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be a student enrolled in a college/university, trade, or technical school.
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation.
• Must pass background check and education verification prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and answer phones, directing calls to the appropriate staff.
• Sort, distribute mail, and assist with certified mail requests and expense reports.
• Maintain office supplies and assist with purchase requests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

MS Word

Education

College/university/trade or technical school student

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/26/2026
• Closing Date: 11/09/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Land Management / LM Real Estate and Policy Dev
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $19.33 - $22.62 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Work Area: Land Management
• Start Date: 01/04/2027
• End Date: 01/04/2030
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Office Receptionist

Job Class: Student Worker Clerical

Agency: Transportation Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/26/2026
• Closing Date: 11/09/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Land Management / LM Real Estate and Policy Dev
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $19.33 - $22.62 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Work Area: Land Management
• Start Date: 01/04/2027
• End Date: 01/04/2030
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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 located at the Office of Land Management at the Central Office in St. Paul, MN. The position will work in the office 100% of the time and will work full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year to accommodate a student’s schedule.

This position serves as the receptionist for the Office of Land Management and provides customer service while supporting the office team, training coordinator, and supervisory staff. Responsibilities include greeting customers, answering phones, taking messages, and directing calls to the appropriate staff; picking up, sorting, and distributing mail to the appropriate units, as well as assisting with certified mail requests and delivering expense reports to Business Services; and maintaining office supply inventory and processing special orders through the agency’s purchase request process.

This position provides customer service for the Office of Land Management’s reception desk as well as assisting the office management team, training coordinator, and supervisory staff.

Additional Duties Include

• Providing general office support including greeting customers, answering phones, taking messages, and directing calls to the appropriate staff.
• Picking up, sorting, and distributing mail to appropriate units. Assisting with certified mail requests and delivering expense reports to Business Services.
• Maintaining inventory and ordering office supplies, which includes special orders utilizing the agency’s purchase request process.
• 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 a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school.
  • If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution the student must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits.
• f 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.
• The selected applicant will be required to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment.

Other Qualifications Include

• Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt, courteous, and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, through email, and other written correspondence.
• Word processing skills sufficient to use software, such as Microsoft Word, to type and format letters, memos, and reports.
• Communications skills sufficient to answer phones, direct calls, and take messages.

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, and/or Education/License Verification.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

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 E-mail: [e-mail]; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:[phone]; or using MN Relay 711. The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.