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Research Assistant Internship
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education (OHE) is a cabinet-level state agency providing students with financial aid programs and information to help them gain access to post-secondary education. The agency serves as the state's clearinghouse for data, research and analysis on post-secondary enrollment, financial aid, finance and trends.
The agency is seeking a graduate student to intern for the period of June 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013 (with the option of extending internship up to one year).
Job Description:
The purpose of this paid internship is to provide assistance to the Minnesota Office of Higher Education in research activities, in the areas of access, financial aid, accountability, K-12/postsecondary alignment, workforce development, higher education finance, and state policy.
- Perform literature reviews, environmental scans, and syntheses of information related to higher education.
- Assist with development of OHE research products, written and web-based
- Assist with the data collection, management, and analysis.
- Assist with administration, management and research of the Statewide Longitudinal Education Data System.
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires strong research, analytical, problem-solving and communication skills. Applicants will be evaluated on the degree to which their education and experience indicates:
- Currently enrolled as a graduate student in a Master's Degree in Education Policy or related field.
- Skills with graduate level coursework in retrieving and knowing how to synthesize research.
- Able to conduct literature reviews of available research studies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in producing descriptive statistical analysis and managing data.
- Proficient in the preparation of charts and graphs with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel and Fusion Chart and displays charts and tables in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and html.
- Experience with statistical analysis software (such as SPSS) to analyze the results of evaluation data.
- Highly organized and able to meet established deadlines. Candidate must possess the ability to identify issues that may contribute to setbacks on the project and develop methods to address the setbacks.
- Candidate must have highly refined oral and written communication skills and demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate highly technical information to lay persons and professionals in the education.
Salary range: $17 per hour.
Application Process:
To apply, send current resume, a cover letter explaining the reasons you are interested in this position and why you feel your background and experience are relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
Minnesota Office of Higher Education
Attention: Lynne Richárd, Human Resources
1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 350
St. Paul, MN 55108
lynne.richard@state.mn.us
Application deadline date: May 10, 2013 to qualify for initial consideration, although additional applications may continue to be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
Review of applications is ongoing and interviews will be scheduled as appropriate. Candidate finalists will be asked to supply contact information for three references who can speak to the candidate's qualifications and professional accomplishments. Candidates will be responsible for interview-related expenses.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.
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Get Ready/GEAR UP Program Supervisor Position
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education, a state agency, is seeking to fill two Program Supervisor positions for its Get Ready early college awareness program. Funded primarily by a federal Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) grant, these full-time positions are contingent upon continued federal funding.
The Get Ready/GEAR UP Supervisors will be responsible for supervising Get Ready/GEARUP staff serving students in elementary, middle and high schools receiving direct service; overseeing all aspects of daily program delivery as it relates to the Get Ready/GEAR UP program within those schools; and ensuring program goals, outcomes, and objectives are achieved efficiently and effectively. One supervisor will oversee staff in Get Ready/GEAR UP St. Paul direct service schools, and the other supervisor will oversee staff in Get Ready/GEAR UP Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center schools.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Minimum Qualifications:
These positions require a high level of professionalism, highly developed supervisory skills, and a knowledge of issues affecting postsecondary enrollment and completion—particularly for low-income students and those underrepresented in higher education participation.
- Baccalaureate degree in a relevant field of study and at least 3 years of supervisory experience.
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, organizational skills, the ability to work independently and in teams, and be self-motivated.
- Must understand budget monitoring, and possess a working knowledge of post-secondary financial aid.
- Must be able to handle multiple priorities and be able to perform under tight timetables.
- Able to motivate and be supportive of employees.
- Must be available to work weekend and evening hours periodically, and must be willing to transport students in agency vans should the need arise.
Minorities and those with bilingual skills are encouraged to apply.
Salary:Excellent benefit package with competitive salary commensurate with background and experience. Visit www.careers.state.mn.us/brochures to learn more about employee benefits.
Application deadline: To qualify for initial consideration, letter of application and resume must be received by June 7, 2013, although additional applications will to be accepted until both positions are filled.
Application Process: U.S. Mail (preferred) or email (subject line: Program Supervisor) the following to the address below: 1) a cover letter explaining the reasons you are interested in this position and why you feel your background and experience is relevant to the responsibilities of this position; and 2) a current resume. Please mention where you heard about the opening in your cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Minnesota Office of Higher Education
Attention: Lynne Richárd, Human Resources
1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 350
St. Paul, MN 55108
lynne.richard@state.mn.us
Applicant finalists will be required to provide three (3) professional references that can speak to the individuals' professional qualifications and supervisory experience; and provide written documentation of their educational degree(s). Successful candidates must pass authorized background checks.
Review of applications is ongoing and interviews will be scheduled as appropriate. Candidates will be responsible for interview-related expenses.
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