Required Qualifications

• Some Highschool education or 2 years work experience
• Ability to communicate with manager and team members over email, phone, and/or videoconference
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated superior attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and be self-directed
• Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated excellent word processing and data entry skills

Position Overview

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction housed in the College of Education and Human Development, at the University of Minnesota, has an occasional need for part-time, temporary
or casual employees. This does not constitute a posting for vacancies but establishes a pool of applicants should openings occur during the 2025-\2026 academic year. The work schedule is temporary in nature, meaning the employee is limited to 67 days of work in a calendar year. It can also be casual in nature, meaning the employee can work 14 or fewer hours per week. Employees working in this position are paid an hourly rate; temporary and casual employees are not eligible for retirement plans, health insurance, vacation, sick leave, or the Regents Scholarship.

Applications are reviewed as openings occur, and individual applicants are invited to interview when their skills or areas of expertise match an opening. This posting is designed to establish a pool of applicants and there may or may not be an available opening at the time of application. Applications will not be acknowledged, but will be reviewed when such openings occur throughout the academic year.

Job Responsibilities

Support academic and/or research initiatives of the department (100%)

• Work with faculty and staff on various teaching and research projects
• Use computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, University Box, Canvas, Adobe Acrobat
• Comply with university required policies and procedures and complete required trainings as necessary
• Meet with manager as needed, online as well as in-person

Department Overview

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is an academic community dedicated to social justice and equity in education. Our students, faculty, and staff are working toward improving educational practices, preparing new teachers for success, and helping students learn while supporting their cultures and identities. Additional information about the department can be found at https://ci.umn.edu/.

College Overview

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college in the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That’s why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice. Additional information about the college can be found at https://www.cehd.umn.edu/.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).