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Our purpose at CCAPS is to inspire and serve an expanding population of learners in all stages of life. We are guided by five core values: Access, Learning, Inclusivity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment in every work and learning space—on campus, online, and in the community—that recognizes and celebrates differences.

CCAPS and the University of Minnesota are proud to be equal opportunity employers. All employment opportunities can be found on the University’s employment website. As available, all positions and application instructions will be posted. Please note, we do not accept or respond to unsolicited job inquiries or résumés.

Staff Positions

Continuous Teaching Specialist

Share your knowledge with the next generation of professionals in your field. As a Continuous Teaching Specialist for Undergraduate Applied Science Programs, you’d also help our programs stay current on industry trends. Visit the Continuous Teaching Specialist website for details.

OLLI Midlife Transition Course Developer/Instructor

Job ID 365480

The Adjunct Teaching Specialist is a temporary (per course), part-time, non-tenured position for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. The Adjunct Teaching Specialist will be responsible for developing the first course in a series focused on mid-to-late career and life transitions.

The Adjunct Teaching Specialist will collaborate with an instructional designer and program manager to develop a six-week noncredit course during the first approximately six months of the position.

After developing the course, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist will teach the course using the developed curriculum. The course meets live, with six two-hour in person sessions, and six one-hour Zoom sessions. The course will also include asynchronous learning through the university’s learning management system, Canvas. This course is highly experiential, and will include facilitated discussions and nurturing of a cohort group experience. The Adjunct Teaching Specialist will need to develop materials and exercises, as well as create an environment that promotes reflection, open sharing, and interaction.

Dates have been set for the first offering of this series: Tuesday, May 6 – Thursday, June 12, 2025. The cohort will meet in person on campus on Tuesdays, 6–8 p.m. (5–6 p.m. networking) and via Zoom on Thursdays, 6–7 p.m.

During the instructional phase of this position, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist is expected to be engaged and available for a total of 14 weeks, including the three weeks prior to the course start date and three weeks after the course end date.

Work for a phenomenal team and College that’s learner-centered!

The search committee will begin reviewing applications the week of December 2 and will continue until the position is filled.

Sr. Project Manager – Office of the Dean

Job ID 365544

The Sr. Project Manager – Office of the Dean of the College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) works collaboratively as a member of the College’s senior staff team to manage and advance strategic projects, processes, and initiatives that support the work plan and responsibilities of the College. Additionally, the position manages the operations of the office of the dean and provides administrative support. To effectively perform this role, the incumbent develops subject matter expertise in areas of designated responsibility and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with the College, staff colleagues, and key stakeholders across the University. This position provides strategic advice and guidance , possesses a high level of integrity, with a focus on excellence, and demonstrates discretion in sensitive and confidential matters.

This is a 100% time P&A position. Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. This position reports to the Dean, and given the nature of the work, is expected to be on university premises four days/week.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications the week of December 2 and will continue until the position is filled.

PDL Finance Fundamentals Course Developer and Instructor

Job ID 365827

The Adjunct Teaching Specialist is a temporary (per course), part-time, non-tenured position for our Professional Development and Lifelong learning Programs. They will collaborate with an instructional designer and program manager to develop the 4-week non-credit course during the first approximately six months of the position.

After developing the course, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist will teach the course using the developed curriculum. The course is fully online and uses a blend of synchronous and asynchronous instructional methods. Live instruction is done through a weekly Zoom session. Asynchronous instruction is done through the university’s learning management system, Canvas.

The course will last four weeks. During the instructional phase of this position, the Adjunct Teaching Specialist is expected to be engaged and available for a total of ten weeks, including the three weeks prior to the course start date and three weeks after the course end date.

This position offers a flexible work arrangement as a fully remote position and has the unique opportunity to help shape and be responsible for the learner experience.

Work for a phenomenal team and College that’s learner centered!  

The search committee will begin reviewing applications the week of December 16.

Executive Director, Finance

Job ID 365874

The College of Continuing and Professional Studies (CCAPS) at the University of Minnesota has a large and diverse portfolio of program offerings. They encompass undergraduate and master’s degree programs, professional development offerings for practitioners through courses, conferences, and contract learning, pre‐college programs for high school students (concurrent enrollment and PSEO), and lifelong learning for personal enrichment. The Executive Director, Finance for CCAPS oversees an extensive range of transactions related to developing, marketing, and delivering the programs, and provides financial information to guide investment decisions related to adding, expanding, or reducing programs. The Executive Director, Finance is responsible for maintaining effective accounting practices and procedures, and provides leadership for a culture of strong internal controls that ensures compliance with University procedures and integrity with respect to all stakeholders. The position will lead the College by acting as a good resource steward, providing the financial guidance and tools that feed the entrepreneurial spirit throughout the college, and as a strategist to lead the financial future direction of the College.

Student Positions

Contract Instructors

Professional Development Project Management Instructor

The Project Management Instructor position is a temporary (per course), contractor position, for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. The Project Management Instructor will be responsible for teaching one or more of the below courses in the Project Management Certificate (depending on interest and expertise):

  • Project Management Foundations
  • Project Initiation
  • Project Planning
  • Project Execution, Monitoring, and Control
  • Project Risk Management
  • Project Leadership


Read the full job description. Submit cover letter and resume to Molly Hahne.

Writer for the Web Instructor

The Writing for the Web Instructor is a temporary (per course), contractor position, for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. Compensation is paid on a per course basis. The Writing for the Web Instructor will be responsible for developing and teaching the Writing Policies and Procedures course.

Read the full job description. Submit cover letter and resume to Ross Jahnke.