Non-Exempt Temporary​/Casual

Location:

Twin Cities

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 posting does not constitute a vacancy announcement but establishes a pool of applicants for openings that may arise during the 2025–2026 academic year. The work schedule is temporary, meaning the employee is limited to 67 days of work in a calendar year.

It can also be casual, meaning the employee can work 14 or fewer hours per week. Employees 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 they will be reviewed when such openings occur throughout the academic year.

• 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

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

• 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

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 .

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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $15.00 - $40.00. Final salary offers are dependent on the candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment: 25%

Position Type: Temp

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor‑Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

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.

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