Outdoor & Environmental Leadership Student Worker Paraprofessional

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Brooklyn Park, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Worker Paraprofessional supports North Hennepin Community College’s Outdoor and Environmental Leadership (OEL) Program through assistance with program activities, event planning, student engagement, outreach, and administrative tasks. Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and faculty, the student worker helps organize and deliver educational, recruitment, and community engagement activities that support the program’s goals. This is a part-time, fixed-term student worker position with an intermittent work shift and no telework. The hourly salary range is $18.15–$21.26. The desired start date is November 16, 2026, and the position ends May 12, 2027. The position is based at North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Occasional evening, Saturday, and weekend work may be needed to support programs, events, and activities. The posting describes Minnesota State employee benefits, but notes that eligibility and coverage vary by position type, classification, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

Have at least one year of post-secondary education and be in good academic standing.
Be enrolled at a credit-granting institution or a non-credit-granting institution and carry at least six semester credits or nine quarter credits. If enrolled at a non-credit-granting institution or one that offers only one credit per class, take two or more classes per semester or quarter.
Maintain student-worker eligibility, which is verified every six months. Absences from school for summer or one semester/quarter may not exceed one semester/quarter in a year.
Have strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Be able to take direction, work independently, and work as part of a team.
Be willing to learn student-facing and computer-facing skills.
Be able to communicate successfully with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Submit a letter of interest and resume with the application.

Nice To Haves

Coursework, training, or documented experience related to environmental studies, environmental justice, nature immersion, sustainability, or similar topics through academic programs, community organizations, or school district activities.
Interest in and enthusiasm for outdoor education, environmental stewardship, and preserving Minnesota’s natural resources for future generations.
Comfort participating in outdoor activities in varied settings and weather conditions.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings, Saturdays, and weekends to support programs, events, and activities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with PDF, database, and other business software systems.
Experience supporting, coordinating, or facilitating workshops, events, educational programs, or student engagement activities.
Ability to collaborate with people from diverse backgrounds and contribute to an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

Assist with Outdoor and Environmental Leadership Program activities.
Support event planning, student engagement, outreach, and administrative tasks.
Help organize and deliver educational, recruitment, and community engagement activities under the direction of the Program Coordinator and faculty.

Benefits

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, subject to eligibility.
Employer-paid life insurance, subject to eligibility.
Short- and long-term disability coverage, subject to eligibility.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a rollover option, subject to eligibility.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
12 paid holidays, subject to eligibility.
Vacation and sick time, subject to eligibility.
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, subject to eligibility.
Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and other investment options, subject to eligibility.
Professional development opportunities and tuition waivers for employees and dependents, subject to eligibility.