Job Description

POSITION: Summer 2024 Temporary Jobs (part-time, non-benefitted)

LOCATION: NDSCS Facilities Management – Wahpeton, North Dakota

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Anyone eligible to work in the United States

Employment Opportunities: 

1. Painter
2. Grounds (Mowing)
3. Grounds (Flower beds, landscaping)
4. Building Services (Academic buildings)
5. Building Services (Residential buildings)
6. Electrical Assistant
7. Building Maintenance Assistant

Employment Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Wage: $14.00/hour
• Up to 40 hours per week
• Working hours range from 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. and positions are available from mid-May to mid-August
• Independent worker – able to see what to do next and able to work on own after instructions
• Lifting requirement of 40-50 pounds 
• Able to walk, sit and stand
• Assist with campus moves as needed

DATE AVAILABLE: As arranged

SCREENING BEGINS: Immediately – for full consideration, applications should be received as soon as possible. 

BACKGROUND CHECK:  NDSCS requires a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to an official offer of the position.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:  To be considered, interested candidates must submit an NDSCS employment application. A resume and cover letter may also be required in certain positions. Official transcripts must be made available upon request. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the qualifications and responsibilities listed as this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.  Only applicants who appear best qualified based on this review will be invited for a personal interview.  The submission of all required materials by the screening date is the responsibility of the applicant.

NDSCS employment application and questionnaire are available at: https://www.ndscs.edu/join-our-team.

Individuals should click “Save” often when completing their application to avoid losing information should the recruitment system time out during the process. 

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements and follows NDUS Policy 601.0 Veterans' Preference. An NBG 22 or DD-214 must be provided if claiming veterans' preference. If claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months must also be submitted. 

OPEN RECORDS: Pursuant to N.D.C.C. Section 44-04-18, except as otherwise specifically provided by law, all records of NDSCS are public records, open and accessible for inspection during regular office hours. NDSCS shall comply with public records laws and will not disclose information that is considered exempt under the public records laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: NDSCS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact NDSCS Human Resources at 701-671-2903 or NDSCS.HR@ndscs.edu

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: NDSCS does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, gender identity/expression, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic original, mental or physical disability, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, familial or parental status, status as a U.S. veteran/service member, or participation in lawful activity off the employer’s premises during nonworking hours which is not in direct conflict with the essential business-related interests of the employer.