**Working Title: Community Affairs Intern** **Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional** **Agency: Public Safety Dept** + **Job ID** : 86276 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes - Hybrid + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Limited Academic + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 05/27/2025 + **Closing Date** : 05/30/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Commissioner's Office / Community Affairs Supervisor + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes - up to 25% + **Salary Range:** $17.58 - $20.58 / hourly; $36,707 - $42,971 / annually + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul MN + **End Date** : 06/04/2026 + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **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. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies This position is part of the DPS Community Affairs Engagement Team and will assist efforts to engage with diverse communities across Minnesota. The intern will support community outreach, stakeholder engagement, and resource coordination to ensure all Minnesotans have access to public safety resources and information. Must be able to work occasional weekends, in order to represent DPS at community events and/or provide support to agency leadership during public safety emergencies. **Hybrid Eligible:** Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 50 miles or more from their permanent work location may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director. **Minimum Qualifications** + At least one year of post-secondary education + Currently enrolled in secondary, post-secondary, or graduate study program + Organized, with ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with ability to enter data in spreadsheets/databases with accuracy + Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and ethical performance at all times + Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities. **Preferred Qualifications** + Written and verbal fluency in more than one language + Desire to with and relate to a undeserved communities from different backgrounds and cultures + Ability to guide and direct work activities to completion + Strong communication skills + Skills in data collection, stakeholder analysis, and policy research **Physical Requirements** Requires occasionally moving and transporting 50-pound items and frequently moving and transporting objects such as heavy tools and heavy file boxes. This job may require positioning self to move to a significant degree across rough terrain or may involve maintaining a stationary position for extended periods **Additional Requirements** + Criminal history + Reference check + Driver's License check or reliable transportation AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities 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.