Accessibility Resources Graduate Intern - Student Worker Para Professional Senior

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Working Title: Accessibility Resources Graduate Intern - Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional Senior
Agency: Minnesota State

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/28/2023
• Closing Date: 01/16/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Inver Hills CC-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Inver Hills CC / AFSCME Unltd and Seasl PT
• Appointment Type: Temporary, Part-time (20 hours per week)
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $18.26 - $22.26 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Accessibility Resources
• Anticipated Start Date: January 31, 2024
• End Date: June 30, 2024
• Location: Inver Grove Heights, MN
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: To be discussed
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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.
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to support the Accessibility Resources department's efforts to help students navigate the overwhelming transition process, assist in accommodation implementation, and reduce barriers to academic success for students with disabilities and/or students on academic warning or suspension. The Graduate Intern will help students identify barriers to academic success and assist them in creating action plans for overcoming those challenges. This intern will help students to maximize their potential for academic success by supporting themand assisting them in gaining effective study strategies and behaviors. This position will provide academic coaching for students in our Career Technical Education programs as this is funded through Perkins funding.
Responsibilities:

• Provide individual instruction and coaching sessions that enhance student's strategic thinking and academic skills regarding the following topics: time management, organization, note-taking, reading strategies, study skill strategies, goal setting, test taking strategies, communication with instructors, and community and college resources.
• Develop, coordinate, and lead small group workshop for new and returning Inver students in the Learning Center at strategic points in the semester on a variety of academic topics.
• Assist students with implementing assistive technology.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the Office of Accessibility Resources.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Completed bachelor's degree
• Pursing a graduate degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Special Education, Psychology or other Liberal Arts and Social Sciences majors
• Familiarity with internship processes
• Strong organizational and communication skills (written, oral and electronic)
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Competency with a range of office software products and data collection tools
• High initiative, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to function independently
• Experience working with diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities from diverse and/or underrepresented populations
• Prior professional, Student Worker or intern experience in college or university setting
• Demonstrated experience working in a diverse, steady-paced and multicultural environment
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimum supervision

Additional Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State'svehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Human Resources at humanresources@inverhills.edu or 651-450-3371 .
About Minnesota State
The core commitments of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are to ensure access to an extraordinary educationfor all Minnesotans, be the partner of choice to meet Minnesota's workforce and community needs, and deliver tostudents, employers, communities and taxpayers the highest value/most affordable higher education option. It is the corevalue of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a betterfuture for themselves, for their families, and for their communities.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.
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.