Student Worker Para Professional Senior - Equity & Inclusion Support

Job Details

Working Title: Equity & Inclusion Support Para Professional
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 80290
• 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: 09/17/2024
• Closing Date: 09/30/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / MNSCU Central Office-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU System Office / MNSCU OOC Classified A - E
• Appointment Type: Limited, Part-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Anytime between 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $19.56 - $23.26 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Office of Equity and Inclusion
• Anticipated Start Date: October 23, 2024
• End Date: June 30, 2025
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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.

Job Summary

Telework is available and negotiated at the time of hire.

The Minnesota State System Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is seeking an advanced undergraduate or graduate student for the position of Equity & Inclusion Support Paraprofessional. The paraprofessional will focus on aiding the team in communication, marketing, and outreach support, but will also work on providing assistance to several strategic projects for OEI. The position will offer the student the opportunity to build skills, knowledge, and abilities, while working in an impactful, diverse, and inclusive professional environment.

Specific Duties Include:

• Provide communication, marketing, and outreach support OEI professional staff.
• Support accessibility work within OEI, such as ensuring training recordings and associated content (presentations, documents, etc.) are edited for accuracy and access.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of an online training and resource repository.
• Assist professional staff with formatting and design of documents, training, presentations, and other outreach initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Resume must reflect all minimum qualifications. Please enter your experience in chronological order, including the month and year of employment.

• At least Junior level undergraduate student or graduate student enrolled at a university within Minnesota State
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with computer/technical proficiency (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and other Office 365 products)
• Demonstrated effectiveness in writing skillfully, speaking notably, and listening attentively
• Demonstrated competence in equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives
• Previous experience with or ability to learn graphic design and/or content creation

Application Details

How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/St-Paul/Equity---Inclusion-Support-Paraprofessional_JR0000000534

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Shane Moore at shane.moore @minnstate.edu .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shane Moore at shane.moore @minnstate.edu .

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 270,000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14,200 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.

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
• 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.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State 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.