HR Transaction/Benefits Seeds Student Worker

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/01/2022
• Closing Date: 06/30/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Various
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Varies
• Salary Range: $15.94 - $18.16 /hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

** 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: http://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: http://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: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/seeds.html

This job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies as they become available in the Seeds Program. Positions may be in the Twin Cities Metro area or throughout the State of Minnesota. The job class noted above is Student Worker Paraprofessional. However, vacancies may be filled at the Student Worker Clerical, 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.

How to apply:

1. Visit mn.gov/careers

2. Click “Search open positions”

3. Using the “Search Jobs” bar, you can search by Job Title “Seeds Student Worker”, or Job ID 67152.

Be sure to list the position you are interested in on your resume.

For assistance, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637

Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Thuy Tran at 651-366-3378.

Minimum Qualifications

- Assist in maintaining employee personnel files, electronic and/or paper files, to ensure that they are current and maintained in accordance with state administrative procedures and guidelines, union contract provisions, and MnDOT Business Rules. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of human resource related documents and information.

- Assist in processing basic SEMA4 and other database transactions in a timely manner and in accordance with state administrative procedures and guidelines, union contract provisions, and MnDOT Business Rules.

- Provide administrative support to Central Office staff

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.
The 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 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.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Internship

Pay: $15.94 - $18.16 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Administrative Assistants & Receptionists: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person