Employment
At KOOTASCA, we hire people who are dedicated to our mission and the work we do. Our staff are committed, passionate, and continually go above and beyond in using their skills and talents to serve our communities. We know that our employees make the biggest and most important difference in our continued success.
Why Work For Us
Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
In a survey, 100% of employees stated that their job matters and makes a difference.
We offer the opportunity to give back to the community, paired with competitive wages & benefits, all during weekday daytime hours. For more information about why to work for us click here.
Employment Information
KOOTASCA Community Action is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) Employer. We recruit, select, hire, place, transfer, promote, demote, layoff, discipline, terminate, recall, compensate, and train without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, disability, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other basis protected by applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible.
- A completed application is required to be considered for employment.
- Submitting a resume is highly encouraged.
- Any offer of employment will be contingent on a reference check and a background study.
- Application and employment information is made available in alternative formats upon request.
To apply, follow the instructions on the Application for Employment
Current postings
Kitchen Assistant (Part-Time)
Number of Openings: 1 Internal/External: External Work Arrangement: In-Person Location: Grand Rapids, MN Job Summary Prepare nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks for Head Start participants in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards
Preschool Assistant Teacher (Full-Time)
Position Openings: One Internal / External Opening: External Locations: Itasca County, Deer River, MN Work Arrangement: In-Person Job Summary Work cooperatively with Classroom Teachers in providing age and developmentally appropriate preschool
Kitchen Assistant (Full-Time)
Number of Openings: 1 Internal/External: External Work Arrangement: In-Person Location: Grand Rapids, MN Job Summary Prepare nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks for Head Start participants in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards
Preschool Assistant Teacher (Part-Time)
Position Openings: Two Internal / External Opening: External Locations: Deer River, Itasca County, MN Int'l Falls, Koochiching County, MN Work Arrangement: In-Person Job Summary Work cooperatively with Classroom Teachers in providing age
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Processor
Position: Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Processor Number of Openings: 1 Location: Itasca County, Deer River, MN Work Arrangement: In-Person Job Summary Support the agency mission by assisting low-income households to reduce energy burden.
Substitute Classroom Support Staff
Position Openings: Multiple Internal/External Opening: External Locations: Grand Rapids, Taconite, Deer River, & Int'l Falls MN Work Arrangements: In-person Job Summary Work cooperatively with classroom staff in the absence of regular classroom