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
Number of Openings: 1 Work Arrangement: In-Person Location: Grand Rapids, MN Job Summary Support the agency mission by assisting low-income households to reduce energy burden. Work as part of a team to
Energy Auditor/Quality Control Inspector (QCI)
Number of Positions: 1 Work Arrangement: In-Person Location: Grand Rapids, MN Job Summary Support the agency mission by assisting low-income households to reduce energy burden through the assessment and installation of energy
Head Start Health, Safety, & Nutrition Coordinator
Positions: One Location: Grand Rapids, MN Job Summary Work under the direction of the Director of Education to ensure all aspects of the Head Start & EHS program’s Health, Safety, & Nutrition
Preschool Classroom Teacher- Northome
Preschool Classroom Teacher Number of Openings: 1 Locations: Northome, MN Job Summary Work as part of a collaborative team to establish and maintain an age and developmentally appropriate Head Start / Early
MIS Support & IT Help Desk Specialist
Number of Openings: 1 Location: Grand Rapids, MN Work Arrangement: In-Person Job Summary Provide technical assistance and support for incoming requests related to computer systems. Work with third-party MIS Administrator with network
On-Call Classroom Support Staff
Position Openings: Multiple Location: Itasca County & Int'l Falls, MN Job Summary Work cooperatively with classroom staff in the absence of regular classroom staff, in providing age and developmentally appropriate preschool education