Student Worker Para Prof Sr

• Working Title:

  Research and Evaluation Student Worker

• Job Class:

  Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

• Agency:

  Office of Higher Education
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Job ID:

• 94341 +

• Location:

• St. Paul +

• Telework Eligible:

• Yes +

• Full/Part Time:

• Part-Time +

• Regular/Temporary:

• Temporary +

• Who May Apply:

• Open to all qualified job seekers +

• Date Posted:

• 06/04/2026 +

• Closing Date:

• 06/17/2026 +

• End Date:

• 09/30/2027 +

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:

• Office of Higher Education / AFSCME +

• Division/Unit:

• Research +

• Work Shift/Work Hours:

• Day Shift +

• Travel Required:

• No +

• Days of Work:

• Monday
• Friday +

• Salary Range:

• $19.85
• $23.61 / hourly; $41,447
• $49,298 / annually +

• Classified Status:

• Unclassified +

• Bargaining Unit/Union:

• 207•AFSCME + •

FLSA Status:

• Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. The Research and Evaluation Student Worker will provide assistance on research projects including conducting literature reviews and information summaries for use with stakeholders, contributing to the development of OHE data products, assisting OHE staff in research, stakeholder engagement and training, supporting document and data preparation, performing administrative tasks as required, and responding to ad hoc data requests. This position is expected to last through September 2027.

• Minimum Qualifications
• To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Resume must demonstrate the following qualifications: + Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in education policy, research, or a related field. + Research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. + Experience conducting literature reviews and synthesizing research findings. + Intermediate Microsoft Office experience including preparing charts, graphs, and tables. + Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate highly technical information to lay persons and professionals. + Willing to learn: SQL, Excel, SPSS, PowerBI.

• Preferred Qualifications
• + Skill in writing SQL codes. + Experience using Excel, SPSS, and PowerBI. + Demonstrated expertise in data collection and analysis. + Be able to identify barriers to successful completion of projects and address those barriers appropriately. + Aptitude for and interest in technical learning, including new software tools and data analytics processes.
• Physical Requirements
• + Ability to position self and move sufficiently to; sort and file documents and perform repetitive tasks.

+ Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. + Ability to use folding machine for large mailings after training received. + Lift and move paper supply boxes up to 20 pounds as needed.

• Additional Requirements
• This position requires successful completion of the following: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only) + Criminal History Check + Employment Reference Check + Social Security Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.