Joseph Riska

Joe Riska is an experienced professional currently serving as the Director of Operations for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Minnesota State University, Mankato, since September 2020. Riska previously held the position of Human Resources Manager at FUN.com from November 2011 to August 2020, where responsibilities included designing benefit plans, overseeing recruiting strategies, and managing employee relations. Other roles at FUN.com included Lead Human Resources Representative and Human Resources Representative, contributing to various employee training initiatives and recruitment processes. Joe Riska has held earlier positions such as Program Advisor for American Indian Affairs at Minnesota State University and Training Supervisor at Biolife Plasma Services. Riska holds a Graduate Certificate in Cultural Diversity, Ethnic Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Ethnic Studies from Minnesota State University, Mankato.