**Working Title: Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Student Worker** **Job Class: Student Worker Para-Professional** **Agency: Transportation Department** + **Job ID** : 84254 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Limited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/21/2025 + **Closing Date** : 02/27/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Aeronautics / Aeronautics Admin Support + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $17.58 - $20.58 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Unclassified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME + **Work Area** : Aeronautics + **End Date** : 09/30/2025 + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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. This position is located at the Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion. This position is anticipated for up to 4 months, and will work up to 39 hours during the summer and part-time during the school year (if applicable). This position supports the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Program Manager in the Office of Aeronautics. Responsibilities include working directly with the AAM Program Manager to plan for new & emerging aviation technologies, collaborating cross-departmentally within the office to implement strategic plans, and supporting stakeholder engagement efforts. In addition to AAM initiatives, this position will support other aviation planning initiatives, including supporting the continuous aviation system planning process, airport planning efforts, zoning projects, or other planning-related specialty projects. ** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. **Minimum Qualifications** Applicants must be current students enrolled in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related aviation field at a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school. Other qualifications include: + Data analysis and research skills. + Experience with Microsoft applications such as Excel or Word. Applicants must be students in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution, they 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 required to complete an Education Verification form before appointment. **Preferred Qualifications** + Knowledge of Minnesota Statutes and Rules of aeronautics. + Knowledge of airport management or management of an aviation-related business. + Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (small Unmanned Aircraft Systems) or Part 61 Pilot Certificate (any rating). **Additional Requirements** **Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical. 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.