Student Worker Para Professional - Architectural Technologies Student Worker Paraprofessional

Job Details

Working Title: Student Worker Para Professional - Architectural Technologies Student Worker Paraprofessional
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 95717
• Location: Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/28/2026
• Closing Date: 08/04/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Minneapolis CC-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Minneapolis CC / MnSCU Minneapolis CC Classifd
• Appointment Type: Limited, Part-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (up to 20 hours per work week) with evenings as needed.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $18.15 - $21.26 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Architectural Technologies
• Anticipated Start Date: 08/24/2026
• End Date: 05/14/2027
• 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

Job Summary
Minneapolis College is currently looking for a part-time, limited Student Worker Para Professional in the Architectural Technologies department in the School of Design and Arts. The focus of the student worker paraprofessional in the Architectural (ARCH) Program at Minneapolis Community and Technical College is to retain at risk students who specifically struggle in the program due to the following two factors: 1) Poor computer skills and technical knowledge, 2) hesitancy to ask for assistance or build a rapport with the program and other students. This position will work directly with the faculty in helping create and implement tactics to identify which students are struggling with use of software and identify students who are struggling with the needed computer skills to use the software successfully. They will also provide regular tutoring and hold live sessions to address student concerns in real time.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring the Azure (or other access software gateway) accounts.
• Assisting students in setting up and navigating D2L, online portal/gateway software, and industry software.
• Attending AutoCAD lectures and acting as a classroom assistant 10% of the time
• Maintaining consistent office hours for students to call or drop in.
• Set-up, take down, and monitoring of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled at a credit granting institution or at a non-credit granting institution and must be carrying at least six semester (nine quarter) credits - must be in good academic standing
• If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, the student must be taking two or more classes per semester / quarter.
• Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency, incorporates culturally responsive practices,and actively engages in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.
• Proficient with computer technology including Microsoft Office, e-mail, on-line databases, and internet

Other Requirements
Current and or former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College.

Student Worker Eligibility: To be eligible for appointment as a Student Worker Paraprofessional you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate educational program or plan to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment.

Qualifications

Application Details

How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please visit the Minnesota State Career Site and search for: Job Posting Number JR0000005404 or filter for Minneapolis College as the institution.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Josh Kue at josh.kue@minneapolis.edu

About Minnesota State

Minnesota State is the third largest system of state colleges and universities in the United States and the largest in the state with 26 colleges, 7 universities and 54 campuses. Minnesota State is making a difference; from the students we serve, to our business partners and to those we employ.

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

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.