Working Title: Phoenix Student Worker ClericalJob Class: Student Worker ClericalAgency: Transportation Dept
Job ID : 76461
Location : Duluth or Virgina
Telework Eligible : Varies by position
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/04/2024
Closing Date : 05/17/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Insuff Wk Tm
Division/Unit : District 1A - Program Delivery / Plan Development
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $16.90 - $20.96 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
End Date : 08/27/2024
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. 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. This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies assigned for the high school student worker Phoenix Program. Positions are in various locations: Duluth & Virginia. The job class noted above is Student Worker Clerical.MnDOT's Phoenix Program is a partnership between MnDOT and Project Lead the Way (PLTW) high schools which provide student worker opportunities for high school students enrolled in science, technology, engineering or mathematics courses.The program also partners with local youth employment organizations including Step Up; Achieve, Right Track, and EMERGE. Students who do not attend a PLTW school but are participating in one of t program or are taking STEM classes.By working at various MnDOT offices and districts statewide, Phoenix Students Workers gain on-the-job work experience in a variety of functional areas within the agency.For information about the Phoenix Program please check out:
Phoenix Program Website and Informational video: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/phoenix.html
Short descriptions of Phoenix job opportunities can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/phoenix-positions.html
Minimum QualificationsTo receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed.To be considered for the program, applicants must meet all the following requirements:
Students must be enrolled in a Project Lead the Way high school, or taking (or have taken) PLTW classes or other STEM courses, or participating in Step Up, Right Track or EMERGE Youth Employment programs;
Students must have completed junior year by June 2024 and going into senior year of high school for the 2024 - 2025 school year;
Students must have a 3.0 or higher GPA.
The Phoenix Program supplement form and an unofficial transcript must be submitted to the Phoenix Program. You can find the supplement form on the Phoenix Program website: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/phoenix.htmlThe supplement form and unofficial transcript can be submitted by email to [email protected] . Applicants must complete the online application process and submit the supplement form as instructed above to be considered for the program.Additional RequirementsSuccessful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checkIt 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, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.