Qureos Mentor

South Dakota State Government

<div>Session: Spring (January - May)
 
Position Title: Intern - Data Analyst
 
Hiring Manager: Anthony Hardy
 
Agency: Department of Social Services
 
Location: Brookings, SD
 
Minimum Salary: $20.53
*APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER.
Position Description:
 
We are seeking two interns (preference to graduate-level) to support our department&rsquo;s data analytics strategy. This role is ideal for students with a strong foundation in data principles who are looking to apply their skills in a real-world setting focused on public service and operational improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Create data reports and visualizations using SQL and Power BI.
</li><li>Support documentation of data processes, workflows, and reporting standards.
</li><li>Collaborate with analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements and validate data outputs.
</li><li>Help ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across reporting tools.
</li><li>Contribute to the development of dashboards and performance metrics.
</li><li>Experience with SQL and PowerBI are required.
</li></ul>Qualifications:
 
Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program.
All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions.
Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2Q9
 
*Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*
 
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
 
Telephone: 605.773.3148
 
&quot;An Equal Opportunity Employer&quot;
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Intern - Data Analyst (Spring)

<div>Job ID: 33630
 
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
 
Location: Murdo
 
Salary: $22.19 - $23.66 per hour, depending on experience
 
Pay Grade: GG
 
Closing Date: 11/20/2025
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .
Introduction:
 
Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as a Highway Maintenance Worker!
Job Description:
 
Highway Maintenance Workers are responsible for ensuring the state highways are kept safe and drivable for the traveling public at all times. This position involves working as a member of a crew. Duties may include, but are not limited to, performing roadway maintenance activities; performing roadside activities; installing and replacing signs, permanent traffic control devices, and pavement markings; maintaining and repairing guardrail systems; performing structure maintenance and repair activities; performing winter maintenance; maintaining and repairing department facilities and properties; performing preventative maintenance and equipment repair; responding to emergencies and other incidents; providing on-the-job training and work direction; providing temporary traffic control through and around work zones and emergency/hazardous sites; maintaining documentation; operating and using a variety of equipment and tools; and promoting a safe work environment and participating in public safety awareness activities.
From approximately May 1 to September 30, the anticipated work schedule for this position is 10-hour days, 4 days per week, from Monday through Thursday each week. From approximately October 1 - April 30, the anticipated work schedule for this position is eight-hour days, Monday through Friday. Night and shift work will be required, including working weekend hours and holidays during emergencies and inclement weather.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
Incumbent is eligible to receive $5.00 per hour winter maintenance premium pay when responding to and performing winter maintenance duties during a weekend and/or holiday.
Incumbents must have a valid driver license and must have or obtain a valid commercial driver license (CDL) within 120 days of hire date to retain employment. The incumbent must have a Class A CDL with the tanker endorsement and no restrictions in order to operate any Class A vehicle that is a truck-tractor/semi-trailer, with manual transmission. The CDL must include an N endorsement (tank vehicle) for specific positions and must have no transmission restrictions. Employee will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, follow up, and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing.
Pursuant to SDCL 32-12A, applicants will be required to authorize the Department of Transportation to obtain a complete driving record. Applicants living outside of South Dakota may be asked to provide a motor vehicle record from their state of residence.
Incumbent must be willing and able to report to work for inclement weather conditions and other highway emergencies; and must be able to report to their home station within 30 minutes, under normal driving conditions, from the time of notification.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
<ul><li>positive attitude;
</li><li>willingness to learn;
</li><li>self-motivated and determined mindset.
</li></ul>What the SDDOT Offers:
<ul><li>Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high-deductible plans, and single and family plans)
</li><li>Well-being program
</li><li>Employee assistance program
</li><li>Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account
</li><li>Free basic life insurance policy
</li><li>Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
</li><li>Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
</li><li>Sick leave (14 days per year)
</li><li>Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
</li><li>Military leave (15 days per year)
</li><li>11 paid holidays
</li><li>Longevity pay
</li><li>Semimonthly pay periods
</li><li>Eligibility for meal per diems
</li><li>Paid overtime (if applicable)
</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
 
Experience in the operation of heavy equipment/farming or ranching equipment and/or experience in heavy construction is preferred.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
Knowledge of:
<ul><li>methods, materials, and techniques used to perform road maintenance activities (desirable but not required);
</li><li>preventive maintenance methods such as changing oil, rotating tires, and lubricating parts (desirable but not required);
</li><li>basic math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide;
</li><li>basic computer operation (desirable but not required).
</li></ul>Skill to:
<ul><li>use and maintain a variety of hand and power tools;
</li><li>operate, maintain, and repair various equipment and attachments (desirable but not required);
</li><li>drive and operate a manual transmission.
</li></ul>Ability to:
<ul><li>display high standards of ethical conduct;
</li><li>treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
</li><li>work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals;
</li><li>display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
</li><li>attend to all details of assignments and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
</li><li>lift 35 pounds routinely, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
</li><li>routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
</li></ul>Compensation:
 
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Highway Maintenance Worker is approximately $65,584.00 annually.
This position is eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. This position is eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2Q6
 
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
 
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
 
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
 
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
 
&quot;An Equal Opportunity Employer&quot;
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Highway Maintenance Worker

<div>Job ID: 33631
 
Agency: Unified Judicial System, Sixth Judicial Circuit
 
Location: Pierre, SD
 
Salary: $20.22 per hour
 
Closing date: 11/13/2025
For more information on the Unified Judicial System, please visit http://ujs.sd.gov .
The Unified Judicial System (UJS) is dedicated to providing a fair, impartial, and accessible court system that upholds the rule of law and is worthy of the public&rsquo;s trust and confidence. Our vision is justice for all.
Our employees are our most valuable resource and crucial to accomplishing our mission. We seek talented and motivated individuals to be the face of the court system and help ensure that the Court and all the people that come before it receives the highest level of service. Our dedicated staff work to enhance community safety and ensure victims&rsquo; rights while treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
The UJS offers a comprehensive benefits package consisting of 11-13 paid holidays every year, extensive sick and vacation leave, paid family leave, military training leave, health and flexible benefits, regular working hours, continuing education opportunities, retirement benefits, a great working environment, and more.
Position Purpose:
This position assists with cases filed with the court clerk's office including criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial filing to final disposition by developing and maintaining case files, assisting with scheduling and assigning hearings, assisting in court room proceedings, and implementing procedures for monetary dispositions; provides customer services daily to a wide variety of individuals and agencies; performs magistrate duties as assigned; and acts on behalf of the court clerk in his or her absence. Duties may include:
<ul><li>Maintaining case files for criminal, civil, traffic, and other cases from initial to final disposition in accordance with established procedures and designated timelines.
</li><li>Assisting in maintaining court calendars by scheduling hearings according to procedures.
</li><li>Providing customer service in many different ways to many different people by providing information about the court's protocols and procedures to make sure they receive correct information.
</li><li>Providing assistance in courtrooms by maintaining case files and minutes of proceedings; handling in-court exhibits; empaneling juries; recording proceedings; being responsible for sound and video equipment; and providing court interpretive services when needed to facilitate processes of the court.
</li><li>Performing clerk magistrate duties as assigned to assist the circuit court in disposing of civil actions and to provide direct court contact for average citizens.
</li><li>Performing other work as assigned.
</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications: 
 
Requires a high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate and one year of general clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Upon hire the successful applicant must meet the following requirements before beginning employment:
1. MUST BE A CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES,
 
2. RESIDENT OF THE STATE OF SOUTH DAKOTA, AND
 
3. A VOTING RESIDENT WITHIN THE CIRCUIT. (SD CONST. ART. V, SECTION 6)
 
If you already meet these requirements, please note them on your application details or on your resume.
 
 
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation is required for employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
 
Knowledge of:
<ul><li>court processes and procedures;
</li><li>legal terminology;
</li><li>general office and bookkeeping practices.
</li></ul>Skill in:
<ul><li>time management;
</li><li>organization;
</li><li>customer service.
</li></ul>Ability to:
<ul><li>communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
</li><li>learn on the job using written manuals and learn from context;
</li><li>listen and understand;
</li><li>work independently;
</li><li>recognize and defuse escalating situations with customers and staff;
</li><li>use computers and related software systems proficiently;
</li><li>multi-task and adapt quickly to change;
</li><li>prioritize work activities to ensure most important items are done first.
</li></ul>The State of South Dakota, Unified Judicial System does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The Unified Judicial System as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
You may view our benefits information at https://ujs.sd.gov/media/gbtinrye/come_work_for_us.pdf .
Apply at: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2Q4
 
Unified Judicial System
 
500 East Capitol Avenue
 
Pierre, SD 57501-5070
 
Phone: 605.773.4884
 
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Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I

<div>Job ID: 33624
 
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Planning &amp; Engineering / Office of Materials &amp; Surfacing
 
Location: Pierre, SD
 
Salary: $32.05 Hourly, depending on qualifications
 
Pay Grade: H
 
Closing Date: 11/20/2025
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit http://dot.sd.gov
Join a dedicated team of professionals working in a diverse, challenging field. South Dakota is one of the most geologic diverse states in the nation. As a Chief Driller with the South Dakota Department of Transportation, you will oversee a drill crew and perform subsurface explorations collecting soil information to support design and construction of South Dakota&rsquo;s transportation facilities. Duties include, but are not limited to, operating geotechnical drilling equipment; inspecting and maintaining drill rigs and transport vehicles; and maintaining a supply of inventory items to ensure the worksite is fully stocked and operational.
A typical work week consists of statewide overnight travel Monday through Thursday each week on a year-round basis.
Work assignments are frequently performed outside in all weather conditions and around highway traffic.
Incumbents must have a valid driver license and must have or obtain a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with no transmission restrictions within 120 days of hire date to retain employment. Employee will be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable-suspicion, post-accident, follow up, and return-to-duty drug and alcohol testing.
Pursuant to SDCL 32-12A, applicants will be required to authorize the Department of Transportation to obtain a complete driving record. Applicants living outside of South Dakota may be asked to provide a motor vehicle record from their state of residence.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
<ul><li>Positive attitude
</li><li>Willingness to learn
</li><li>Self-motivated and determined mindset
</li></ul>What the SDDOT Offers:
<ul><li>Health insurance (low and high deductible plans which include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan)
</li><li>Well-being program
</li><li>Employee assistance program
</li><li>Dental and Vision
</li><li>Health savings account
</li><li>Free basic life insurance policy
</li><li>Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
</li><li>Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
</li><li>Sick leave (14 days per year)
</li><li>Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
</li><li>Military leave (15 days per year)
</li><li>11 paid holidays
</li><li>Longevity pay
</li><li>Semimonthly pay periods
</li><li>Eligibility for meal per diems
</li></ul>The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Chief Driller is approximately $89,407.00 annually.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
 
Experience in geotechnical subsurface investigations.
Knowledge of:
<ul><li>South Dakota geology and surficial soils;
</li><li>standards and specifications applicable to the collection of subsurface data;
</li><li>operation and maintenance of geotechnical exploration drill rigs;
</li><li>preventative equipment maintenance methods.
</li></ul>Skill to:
<ul><li>operate a computer and use Microsoft software;
</li><li>operate, maintain and repair various equipment;
</li><li>drive and operate a manual transmission.
</li></ul>Ability to:
<ul><li>display high standards of ethical conduct;
</li><li>attend to all details of assignment and complete work properly, accurately, and thoroughly;
</li><li>treat customers courteously and be responsive to their needs;
</li><li>display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
</li><li>set priorities, schedule activities, acquire resources, and monitor progress to ensure the successful completion of projects;
</li><li>work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate;
</li><li>use arms, legs and back to safely move, drag, lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 95 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance);
</li><li>walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time;
</li><li>routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or craw;
</li><li>have the physical dexterity to operate drilling equipment.
</li></ul>Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: https://youtu.be/4Bwxxkb3oZo .
This position is eligible for Veterans&rsquo; Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=2Q3
 
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
 
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
 
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
 
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
 
&quot;An Equal Opportunity Employer&quot;
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Chief Driller

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Intern - Data Analyst (Spring)

Highway Maintenance Worker

Deputy Court Clerk - Magistrate I

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