Question 1

Where is the job fair held in the Convention Center?

Accepted Answer

The job fair is held in Exhibit Hall A. Exhibit Hall A is located on the lower level of the Minneapolis Convention Center two levels below the street level. There are escalators or elevators down to the lower level. For directions to the Minneapolis Convention Center, visit https://www.minneapolis.org/minneapolis-convention-center/directions-parking/

Question 2

Where do I park and unload my materials?

Accepted Answer

You can find parkign and unloading information online at https://www.mnpcfair.org/accommodations Unloading (street level) If you need to unload any materials prior to parking, pull into the curved unloading access road off 2nd Avenue (near Ballroom A/B). Park next to the curb on the access road to unload. Enter the building and follow the signs to Exhibit Hall A (lower level). Take the escalator/elevator (located around the side of the UPS Store) to the lower level. Unloading (lower Level) To unload your materials on the lower level ramp, stop next to the marshalling guard station which is located off of 16th Street on the right. Let the guard know you are dropping off materials for the Minnesota Private Colleges Job Fair. The marshalling guard will give you a pass to allow your vehicle into the lower level for unloading for up to 30 minutes. You will be entering the Convention Center in the back of Exhibit Hall A. After unloading, drive back up the ramp and park on the street level in one of the parking ramps available near the Convention Center. Parking You can find parking information online at https://mplsparking.com/. In addition to metered parking, there is a wide selection of off-street parking to choose from within easy walking distance - most of these are parking ramps that are connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center by skyway. *Employers are responsible for their own parking costs.

Question 3

What is the schedule for the job fair?

Accepted Answer

You can find the schedule online at https://www.mnedfair.org/accommodations   Thursday, February 24, 2022  8:30 - 10 AM | District/Organization Set Up, Exhibit Hall A Opens to Employers 9:45 AM | Exhibit Hall A Opens to Students with Disabilities 10:00 AM | Exhibit Hall A Opens to All Students 10:00 AM - 3 PM | Job Fair 11:30 AM - 1 PM | Employer Lunch (lunch tickets required) 10:00 AM - 5 PM | Private Interviews in Interviewing Area (interviewing booth required) 3 PM | Job Fair Ends, Exhibit Hall A closes (interviews continue until 5 PM)  5 PM | Interviewing Area Closes

Question 4

How do reps check in onsite?

Accepted Answer

For security reasons, every rep attending the job fair must check in at the Employer Check In desk outside of room Exhibit Hall A (lower level) and complete a name badge. We do not need the names of reps in advance.

Question 5

How many reps can I have at my exhibit booth?

Accepted Answer

To be fair to other organizations attending, we allow up to 5 reps per 10’ X 10’ exhibit booth and up to 2 reps per 6' x 6' private interview booth. Reps can swap out throughout the day as needed. For security reasons, each attending rep needs to check in at the Employer Check In desk outside of room Exhibit Hall A (lower level) to complete a name badge when they arrive.

Question 6

What is included in my exhibit booth?

Accepted Answer

Registration includes: -One (1) 10' x 10' draped exhibit booth -One (1) 6’ x 30” draped table -Two (2) thermal chairs -One (1) waste basket -Organization ID sign with booth number -Two (2) lunch tickets.* *Additional lunch tickets may be purchased via registration. *Electricity, private interview booths, and additional exhibit booths may be purchased via registration.

Question 7

Can I purchase more lunch tickets?

Accepted Answer

Two (2) lunch tickets are included with registration. You may purchase additional lunch tickets prior to the fair via registration. To add additional lunch tickets, email brenton@togevents.com

Question 8

Can I ship materials to the job fair?

Accepted Answer

You can find specific shipping instructions at https://www.mnedfair.org/accommodations. Direct shipments to the Convention Center are strongly discouraged, as the Convention Center does not accept direct shipments. You can ship your materials prior to the fair however, through the job fair decorator: Fern.

Question 9

What is the last day to change or cancel my registration?

Accepted Answer

Payment Deadline
All invoices must be paid by March 15 to secure your spot at the fair. Registrations will remain in a pending status until a payment has been received. District/organization registration will remain open until the job fair is filled.   Changes, Cancellation, and Refunds You can update your hiring information by logging back into your registration until March 15. For changes after this date, email Brenton Rice at brenton@togevents.com. For any changes to your registration regarding exhibit booths, lunch tickets, electricity, or other accommodations, email Brenton Rice at brenton@togevents.com. The last day to cancel and receive a refund is March 15. No refunds will be given after this date. To cancel your registration, email Brenton Rice at brenton@togevents.com.

Question 10

I need a hotel room. Where should I stay?

Accepted Answer

For hotel information, visit https://www.mnedfair.org/accommodations.

Question 11

Can I interview at the fair?

Accepted Answer

You can find interviewing information at https://www.mnedfair.org/registration-pricing.   If you've reserved a private interview booth, you may schedule interviews at the fair between 10 AM and 5 PM at your interview booth. A limited number of interview booths can be reserved at a cost during registration. Otherwise, you may schedule interviews at your exhibit booth between 10 AM and 3 PM.    Districts/organizations are asked to schedule 30-minute interviews on the half-hour. This will help both organizations and students avoid conflicts in their schedules. Districts/organizations are responsible for scheduling interviews. Below are two interview schedule templates you can use.

Question 12

What students are eligible to attend?

Accepted Answer

Only registered students may attend from the four-year Minnesota colleges or universities. If you are interested in other candidates, this must be done outside the fair space.

Question 13

Is my district/organization eligible to attend the job fair?

Accepted Answer

Organizations eligible to attend the Minnesota Education Job Fair must be recruiting for current or future positions where a degree or licensure in education or educational services (i.e. School Nurse, School Psychology, School Social Worker, School Counselor, etc.) is sought. In addition all eligible organizations must abide by the Principles of Professional Conduct for Career Services and Employment Professionals as published by the National Association of College and Employers (NACE). These principles provide a framework for professional relationships among colleges/universities, employing organizations, and candidates. The full text of these principles is available at http://www.naceweb.org/principles/. In addition to abiding by NACE standards, all organizations must also conform to the U.S Equal Employment Opportunity Commission policies regarding Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education Opportunity available at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/index.cfm and all applicable Equal Opportunity Laws. The Minnesota Education Job Fair Association (MEJFA) reserves the right to refuse access to the Minnesota Education Job Fair due to any of the following; failing to adhere to these policies; violating any local, state or federal laws; or any other behavior or conduct which, in the discretion of the MEJFA Executive Board, warrants denial of service or access.

Question 14

Is there free Wi-Fi at the job fair?

Accepted Answer

Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided at the job fair. Connect to “MN Ed Fair WiFi”. Available on all floors of the job fair. The Minneapolis Convention Center also offers free Wi-Fi (wireless Internet service) in all first level lobbies.

Question 15

Where do I find my exhibit booth number?

Accepted Answer

To view booth assignments and the job fair floor plan, visit https://www.mnedfair.org/booths. The job fair committee will assign exhibit booths about two weeks prior to the event. To be fair to all attending organizations, exhibit booth assignments are decided based upon your registration date. Exhibit booths will be posted at when they have been assigned.

Minnesota
Education

Job Fair

Tuesday, April 12, 2022
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Minneapolis Convention Center
Sponsored by the Minnesota Education Job Fair Association

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