UND again named among region’s best places to work

A few minutes before 8 a.m., faculty and staff streamed through the Memorial Union as the workday came to life on the UND campus. The university says it has once again been named among the region’s best places to work by Prairie Business magazine, according to UND’s news office and the magazine’s annual “Best Places to Work” program.

Prairie Business compiles its list from employee nominations and survey feedback across North Dakota, South Dakota and Minnesota, the magazine explains on its awards page. UND framed the recognition as a reflection of employee experience on campus, according to the university’s announcement from the UND news office.

UND lands back on Prairie Business’ Best Places to Work list

The recognition puts UND alongside employers across the northern Plains that are highlighted for supportive culture, communication and benefits, according to Prairie Business. The magazine’s “Best Places to Work” list is based on what employees submit, rather than an external scorecard, the program description notes.

UND characterized the nod as a continuation of recent workplace momentum on campus, per the university’s announcement. If you work at or with UND, the takeaway is simple: employees’ own feedback played a central role in earning this spot, according to Prairie Business.

What employees say sets UND apart

Prairie Business reports that common themes in winning workplaces include strong supervisor support, professional development and flexibility. UND points prospective and current employees to its Human Resources site for details on benefits and employee programs, which the university highlights as part of its workplace pitch.

If you’ve been considering UND for your next step, the university’s HR pages lay out how to apply, what to expect in the hiring process, and links to employee resources, according to UND Human Resources. Those resources can help you gauge fit before you send an application.

Why it matters here in Grand Forks

A strong workplace reputation at UND reverberates beyond campus. The Chamber’s workforce materials emphasize talent attraction and retention as local priorities, and a recognized employer in the heart of town supports that story for candidates looking at Grand Forks.

For residents, it’s another data point you can point to when a friend asks what it’s like to work here. For the city’s economy, more applicants considering UND often means more families planting roots near University Avenue, downtown, and the Greenway.

On campus, how it feels to work here

Because Prairie Business’ list is driven by employee input, the honor signals how staff themselves describe day‑to‑day culture, according to the magazine’s program overview. In UND’s announcement, the university connects that feedback to campus efforts around communication and employee support.

If you’re weighing a move to campus life from another sector, you can browse unit pages and recent UND Today stories to get a feel for departments, team structures and projects before you apply. It’s a practical window into the work you’d be doing and the people you’d join.

Want to plug in or apply?

• Browse open roles: UND posts faculty and staff openings on its Human Resources site. You can filter by job family and department and submit applications online, according to UND HR.
• Learn about campus life: Public lectures, performances and forums are listed on the university calendar; it’s an easy way to see UND’s pace and values up close before you apply.
• New to town? The Grand Forks Chamber’s site highlights local employers, networking and community basics that can help partners and families get oriented while you job‑hunt.

Tip: Hiring in higher ed often follows academic budgeting cycles. If a role you want isn’t posted today, set a calendar reminder to check back mid‑semester and before fiscal year turn—then apply as soon as a listing appears.

What to Watch

Prairie Business typically shares its annual “Best Places to Work” honorees later in the year; watch for the next cycle if you plan to nominate your workplace or track repeat winners. On campus, expect UND to spotlight new openings around semester transitions and fiscal milestones—check HR and the events calendar for job‑seekers’ sessions or fairs.