MDE Careers

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The Minnesota Department of Education employs approximately 400 employees in its office in Minneapolis. Our employees serve a wide range of the public including 850,000 pre-K to grade 12 students and their parents/guardians; 339 school districts; 52,781 licensed teachers; 1,835 public schools; 82,000 adult learners participating in adult basic education; and 118,214 young children and their families participating in early learning programs.

The Department of Education is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The state of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. View the agency's affirmative action plan below.

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How to Apply

Carefully read the minimum qualifications listed in the job posting to determine if you have the qualifications needed. The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. 

Search for open state of Minnesota positions.

MDE openings can be found by using the “Filter by” links on the left side of the job search page. Under "Agency" select “more” then “Education.”