Mitchell, SD (Mitchell Now) — Mitchell Technical College has been named one of Prairie Business Magazine’s 50 Best Places to Work, recognizing the college as an outstanding workplace and highlighting its commitment to creating a positive, family-friendly environment for its employees.


The annual recognition celebrates organizations across the region that prioritize their
employees and foster workplaces where people can thrive. For Mitchell Tech, the honor reflects
the dedication of the faculty and staff who contribute to the college’s mission of providing skills
for success in technical careers.


“Being recognized as one of the 50 Best Places to Work is a reflection of the people who make
Mitchell Tech what it is,” said Theresa Kriese, President of Mitchell Technical College. “Our
faculty and staff are committed not only to our students, but also to one another and to the
success of our institution. We are proud to have a workplace where people can grow,
contribute, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students and the industries we
serve.”


One of the unique aspects of the Mitchell Tech community is the strong connection between its
employees and the college. Approximately half of Mitchell Tech’s employees are alumni of the
institution, creating a workplace filled with people who have experienced the college from a
student perspective and have chosen to return to help prepare the next generation.
That connection helps contribute to the close-knit, family atmosphere that defines the Mitchell
Tech community.


“Mitchell Tech truly feels like a family,” said Kriese. “We have employees who started here as
students, built their careers, and ultimately came back to give back to the college that helped
prepare them. That speaks volumes about the kind of community we have created.”


Mitchell Tech also strives to be a family-friendly workplace, recognizing that employees are
individuals with families, responsibilities, and lives beyond the workplace. The college values a
supportive environment where employees can build meaningful careers while also having the
flexibility and support needed to prioritize their families and personal lives.


The college’s workplace culture is grounded in its commitment to its employees and its broader
community. Mitchell Tech emphasizes recruiting, developing, and investing in skilled, dedicated,
and student-oriented faculty and staff who are passionate about technical education and the
students they serve.