Student Worker Paraprofessional

Job Overview

This job posting will be used to fill four (4) Civil Engineering student worker positions for the summer of 2025. If these positions are not filled by Civil Engineering Student Workers, they may be filled by Students in other interest areas. Positions will assist and provide support to the Water Resources (3) and Planning - GIS (1) engineering offices in MnDOT District 2, by performing pre-engineering work as assigned by the supervisor. All position will work out of the Bemidji headquarters and will work 40 hours per week. Flexibility for the length of season will be considered by MnDOT, but June 4 - August 26, 2025 is an approximation term for this summer work opportunity.

Water Resouces: This position will provide assistance to the Water Resources and Environmental unit in the completion of visual inspections of culvert and drainage structures, assist in the design of drainage features on construction projects, operate ArcGIS to collect data, and complete field studies for proposed projects. This work will be completed most days in the field (outside) but also includes research, and some office work. Work Schedule: 8 hour days, Monday - Friday, 7:00 am or 8:00 am start time. (If we are unable to fill these positions with student workers, these positions may be filled with general laborers. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications as listed below for a student worker, please consider completing an application for these positions through Job ID 84920.)

GIS Planning: This position exists to assist in the production of GIS data and mapping for the district. Incumbent will utilize mapping software to plan, organize and develop clear and concise maps, and improve the detail and accuracy of older, previously produced maps. Incumbent will compile information to document trunk highway conditions and organize the data to produce reports to be used in highway planning. this position works mainly from an office setting. Following the training period, this position may have the flexibility to telework part time. Employee will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in a college, university, trade, or technical school in the next three (3) months with at least a 2.0 GPA.
• Students must be enrolled in six (6) semester or nine (9) quarter credits; or for a non-credit granting institution, two (2) or more classes per semester/quarter.
• Applicants will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to their appointment.
• Applicants must include an anticipated graduation/completion date on their resume. This information is needed to determine eligibility.
• As part of your application, please include a current resume and transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable).
• Current, valid Class D driver's license.
• Ability to understand technical documents and follow instructions.
• Ability to identify problems, analyze information, clearly describe problems and assist in develop solutions.
• Ability to learn the use of basic tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

How to Apply

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.58 - $20.58 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Bemidji, MN 56601 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bemidji, MN 56601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21