Student Worker Para Prof Sr

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Transportation in St. Paul is seeking a Student Worker Para Professional Senior to assist in buildings and grounds maintenance and provide office support.

The role runs through June 2027, with weekday day shifts and a part-time schedule, including data entry and filing tasks. Qualifications include enrollment as a junior or senior in post-secondary studies, experience with hand and power tools, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in post-secondary school as a Junior or Senior and meet student worker guidelines.
• Experience with hand and power tools sufficient for landscaping projects.
• Ability to perform hard labor requiring repetitive and often heavy lifting.
• Computer use for word processing and data entry to update documents.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support buildings and grounds services to keep the property clean and well-maintained.
• Assist with filing, data entry and other administrative tasks.
• Perform duties to handle increased seasonal workload.
• Background checks and reference verification will be conducted as part of the hiring process.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Data entry

Word processing

Valid driver's license

Education

Post-secondary student (Junior/Senior)

Job description

• Telework Eligible: No

• Job ID: 97134
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/19/2026
• Closing Date: 09/25/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Maintenance / Maintenance
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Fort Snelling Maintenance Fleet Services
• End Date: 06/30/2027
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Student Worker Para Prof Sr

Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

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 is a part time student worker position through June 2027.

This position will support buildings and grounds services at the Central Services Building to insure the property is kept in a clean and well-maintained condition and to assist in other duties so the increased seasonal workload is accomplished. It will also provide office support with filing, data entry and other administrative tasks as assigned.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in post-secondary school as a Junior or Senior and meet the student worker guidelines.
• Experience with hand and power tools sufficient to produce quality services on requested on projects (landscaping projects, mowing, etc.)
• Ability to perform hard laborious work requiring repetitive and often heavy lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Computer system use (word processing, data entry) sufficient to update documents, update filing systems, database systems.
• Ability to understand verbal direction and carry out assignments safely efficiently.
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MnDOT facility maintenance work: mowing, landscaping, fixing small equipment.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

**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
• Education/License Verification
• Drug testing (if needed)

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

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 Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: [e-mail]; or by calling Janet Miller at 651-366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.