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 for Employment 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.
Contact us:
Marta Carrigan, Human Resources & Board Services Director
218-999-0807
martac@kootasca.org
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Current postings
Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Processor
Position: Energy Assistance Program (EAP) Processor Number of Openings: 1 Location: Grand Rapids, MN Work Arrangement: In-Person Job Summary Support the agency mission by assisting low-income households to reduce energy burden. Work as part
Early Head Start Teacher
Number of Openings: One Internal/External: Internal Location: Itasca County, Grand Rapids, MN Work Arrangements: In-person Job Summary Responsible for establishing and maintaining an age and developmentally appropriate Infant/Toddler Early Head Start classroom. Ensure that
Homeownership Navigator
Position Openings: One Internal/External Opening: External Locations: Grand Rapids, MN Work Arrangement: In-person Job Summary Serve as a client-oriented people engaging member of the KOOTASCA Homeownership and Financial Advisory team. Perform administrative and advisory work, helping
Head Start Preschool Classroom Teacher
Position Openings: One Internal/External Opening: External Locations: Itasca County Work Arrangements: In-person Job Summary Work as part of a collaborative team to establish and maintain an age and developmentally appropriate Head Start
Head Start Preschool Assistant Teacher
Position Openings: Multiple Internal External Opening: External Locations: Itasca County Work Arrangement: In person Job Summary Work cooperatively with Classroom Teachers in providing age and developmentally appropriate preschool education and activities. Ensure
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