Employment Opportunities

Come Work With Us!

For over 150 years, the Minnesota State Academies (MSA) has provided educational services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and blind/visually impaired students ranging in age from birth to 21, from all regions of the state. As a state agency under the Executive Branch, MSA is composed of two schools: the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) and the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB). All of our students meet special education criteria and have Individual Education Programs (IEPs). Our teachers are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Education, and our staff are professionals who have additional training and skills to serve our student population. Come join us in making a difference in these students' lives!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 and indicate what assistance is needed.

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Apply for Jobs

All applications are processed through the State of Minnesota hiring portal. Go to www.mngov/mmb/careers, and click on "Search open positions." You can search by job title, location, or job ID. Type in "Minnesota State Academies" to view current vacancies, or type in the job ID associated with the position. From there, click on the green "Apply for Job" button at the top right. You will need to set up an account and upload your resume/cover letter.

Below is a listing of current openings.

For questions about the application process, contact the state job information line at 651-259-3637, or email careers@state.mn.us.

If you have questions about any of our positions at MSA, please reach out to Kerry Vigesaa, Human Resources Specialist, through email at kerry.vigesaa@msa.state.mn.us or phone 507-384-6604.

Open Positions

Open Full-Time; Part-Time Positions

Human Services Technician in the Deaf School Dorms (36 hrs a week evening shift) - Job #69732 (Closes 12/04/2023)
Human Services Technician in the Deaf School Dorms (40 hrs a week evening shift) - Job #70888 (Closes 12/04/2023)
Human Services Technician in the Deaf School Dorms (40 hrs a week evening shift) - Job #71021 (Closes 12/04/2023)
General Repair Worker (Day Shift) - Job #71349 (Closes 12/04/2023)
Recreation Program Asst at the Blind School Dorms - Job #69446 (Closes 12/11/2023)
Paraprofessional at the Deaf School - Job #70894 (Closes 12/11/2023)
Human Services Technician in the Blind School Dorms 36 hr/week - Job #69460 (Closes 12/11/2023)
Special Teacher - Deaf School - Job #69444 (Closes 12/18/2023)
Special Teacher Orientation & Mobility Specialist - Job # 67528 (Closes 01/02/2024)

Intermittent/Substitutes

School Bus Driver/Delivery Van - Job #68192 (Closing Date 01/02/2024)
Teacher at the Deaf School - Job #66636 (Closing Date 05/01/2024)
Paraprofessional at the Blind School - Job #70204 (Closing Date 05/01/2024)
Paraprofessional at the Deaf School - Job #66333 (Closing Date 05/01/2024)
Paraprofessional at the Deaf School - Job #68990 (Closing Date 05/01/2024)
Human Services Technician in the dorms at the Deaf School Campus - Job #69032 (Closes 05/01/2024)
Human Services Technician in the dorms at the Blind School Campus - Job #65497 (Closes 05/01/2024)
Cook - Job #64170 (Closing Date 05/15/2024)

Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan
Training and professional development
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Paid parental leave
Low-cost medical and dental coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs and resources
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Health care spending and savings accounts
Dependent care spending account
Tax-deferred compensation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

About Faribault

Our Campuses

The MSAD and MSAB campuses are located in the community of Faribault, Minnesota, only 40 minutes south of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Our campuses have a mixture of historical and modern buildings, and are designed with our students' individual needs in mind. MSAD and MSAB are only a mile apart, and both campuses often share resources and facilities. The small-town environment and family atmosphere help students, parents, and staff feel safe and welcome.

Faribault

Found along Interstate 35 in Rice County, Faribault is a historic town with plenty of offerings: downtown shopping, great eats, parks, trails, lakes, and annual quality festivals and parades. MSA has been a presence in Faribault for more than 150 years, and we have a wonderful relationship with the community, organizations and businesses. To learn more about Faribault, we invite you to visit the Faribault Tourism and the City of Faribault websites.

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