Build Your Career at South Dakota State University

We celebrate an unwavering commitment to education by embracing innovation, continuous improvement, and team collaboration. Together, our faculty and staff seek to shape a brighter future for our students, drive advancements in research and provide community outreach. Make your mark and begin the next leg of your career by joining our team. 

 

The Jackrabbit Way

There's something special about working at South Dakota State University. We offer a unique workplace that fuels energy and purpose. Every day presents new challenges in a dynamic atmosphere that keeps you engaged and connected. At SDSU, you're truly part of something bigger. 

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People-centered

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone is supported on their unique personal and professional paths.
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Creativity

Creativity serves as our fuel to cultivate knowledge, develop human understanding and enrich the quality of life.
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Integrity

Through honesty, professionalism, respect and transparency, we bring integrity into all that we do.

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Diversity

By fostering a culture of support, inclusion and collaboration, we uphold our commitment to diversity.
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Excellence

We embrace bold action, adaptability and continuous improvement to maintain a culture of excellence.

Begin Building Something Greater

  The real fuel behind our success is the people and community that define our culture. As a member of our team, you'll find yourself immersed in a world of collaborative opportunities and purposeful work.

Why Work at SDSU?

SDSU offers competitive benefits that make us one of the top employers in our region. From ample paid time off to exceptional retirement options, you won’t want to miss out. 

Health Benefits

We've carefully selected four top-tier health insurance plans for you to choose from to ensure that all your health needs are taken care of.

Flexible Benefits

Take your pick of dental, vision, life insurance and more options to build your own benefits package tailored to your unique lifestyle.

Retirement Plan

Make the most of your income and prepare for retirement the right way with a generous 6 to 8% match on your retirement plan.

LiveWellSD

Our LiveWellSD program offers resources that empower you and your family to be more emotionally balanced, financially secure, socially connected, and physically fit. 

Employment Opportunities

At South Dakota State University, we offer a wide variety of employment opportunities for you to choose from while living out your core values every day. Discover the best role for you.

Civil Service Act (CSA) 

We offer a variety of entry-level and professional positions under the Civil Service Act category, including Finance and Accounting, Information Technology, Agricultural Research, Custodial, Maintenance, and Administrative Support.

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Non-Faculty Exempt (NFE)

Non-Faculty Exempt includes positions that are not faculty and are exempt from the State Civil Service System. This category includes a variety of professional, technical, research, managerial and executive-level positions. 

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Faculty

Faculty employees are in faculty-related positions and are exempt from the State Civil Service System. They're responsible for performing instruction, research and service. 

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What Our Employees Are Saying

Gain firsthand insights into working life at SDSU as shared by our team members. Discover life here through the eyes of our exceptional faculty and staff.

 

What I like most about working at SDSU is that as a former student, SDSU had a huge impact on my life. Now I get to be a small part of a great team that supports our faculty as they do impactful research and help our students achieve their goals, it's a really rewarding team to be a part of.

Mike Holbeck, Finance and Budget

I've had the opportunity to work in a variety of positions to grow professionally. 

Shari Landmark, Miller Wellness Center

What I like most about working at SDSU is being a part of the exciting things that are always happening across campus and the continuous interactions I get to have with all types of people. The benefits of time off and paid family leave makes me and my family feel valued.

Brittney Murphey, Human Resources

The relationships you have with your colleagues here at SDSU I think is just really meaningful.

Kevin, Center for Professional Enhancement of Teaching and Learning

It’s very genuine that this university cares about people. We train people – that’s what we do – but we also value people. That’s an environment that comes from the top, from the leadership, and I’ve appreciated it all the time I’ve been here and still appreciate it.

Jose, Division of Research and Economic Development

Contact Human Resources

South Dakota State University offers you an opportunity to live out your core values every single day. Join our unified team and work together toward a common goal to shape the lives of the next generation. If you have questions regarding our current job openings, get in touch with us.
 
 
Read more about our policies, training and accessibility resources.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.