Student Worker Paraprofessional - MN Agriculture in the Classroom Student Worker

Job Details Working Title: MN Agriculture in the Classroom Student Worker Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Job ID: 91593
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/27/2026
• Closing Date: 02/17/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• Division/Unit: Agriculture Marketing & Development Division / AMDD Director Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $17.84 - $20.89 / hourly
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - AFSCME Technical
• Work Area: AMDD Director Staff
• End Date: 05/20/2027
• 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 This position is an opportunity for a student to gain experience with a variety of different digital marketing materials and methods while focusing on educational content for the Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom (MAITC) program. The position will coordinate the public relations, social media, newsletters and content updates on the MAITC website. The position will assist MAITC staff with developing and updating agricultural focused educational materials and supporting documents for teachers to utilize in their classrooms, coordinate details and materials for teacher trainings and tours.These tours and trainings provide an opportunity to gain skills in event planning and execution. AMDD is looking for a student who is excited and eager to learn more about digital marketing and is willing to try new things to help benefit agricultural education in Minnesota. The selected student worker will have the ability to work up to fulltime in the summer and a part-time schedule during the school year.

Qualifications

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

• Completion of at least one year of post-secondary education with a major in agricultural education, communications, agriculture, economics, marketing, environmental studies or related field.
• Ability to communicate, influence and persuade a diverse audience both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency working with personal computers and software related to databases, spreadsheets, presentation and word processing is essential. Internet and web search skills are essential.
• The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Student worker eligibility status: To be eligible for an appointment as a Student Worker you must be a student enrolled in an educational program or planning to enroll within three months. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as student workers, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. As a student you must be enrolled in high school or in a post-secondary or graduate program. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework related to agricultural education.
• Experience or coursework in communications and public relations.
• Experience in video recording, editing, and production.
• Experience with content creation, scheduling, and posting on social media platforms.
• Experience with graphic design software such as Canva and creation of graphics and visual elements for social media and presentations.

Physical Requirements Must have the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Additional Requirements A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Paul Hugunin at [email protected] About Minnesota Department of Agriculture The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has served our state for more than 125 years. The work we do touches every Minnesota citizen every day. Our mission is to enhance all Minnesotans' quality of life by equitably ensuring the integrity of our food supply, the health of our environment, and the strength and resilience of our agricultural economy. Our three general areas of responsibility include:

• Protecting our food supply;
• Protecting our natural resources; and,
• Cultivating our agricultural economy.

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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law. APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need. Salary: $map.get("vacancy_salary_details"). Date posted: 01/29/2026 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job