Affirmative Action

SMSU Affirmative Action Office

Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 300,000+ students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 15,300+ dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.

If you are interested in working at Minnesota State, we welcome you to review the current opportunities, as well as information regarding compensation and benefits, professional development, and employee and labor relations.

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday.

For assistance, please contact us.

Internal Applicants 

All current university system employees will need to log in to the career site in Workday to apply for a position. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions. 

Minnesota State 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 encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States. 

SMSU's Affirmative Action Office is responsible for:

• Monitoring the recruitment and employment process for faculty and staff to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, as well as compliance with the Southwest Minnesota State University mission and strategic plan regarding diversity and affirmative action. 
• Assisting faculty, staff and students who believe they have been harassed or discriminated against because they are a member of a protected group.
• Development and monitoring of Southwest Minnesota State University Affirmative Action Plan.

Inquiries regarding compliance should be referred to Dr. Erin Kline, Affirmative Action Officer, FH 216, phone 507-537-6657.