Join Our Team! Lakes and Pines Community Action Council, Inc. is seeking a full-time welcoming and detail-oriented Administrative Specialist to be the first point of contact for our agency. The Administrative Specialist performs routine clerical and administrative office duties such as answering phones, greeting the public, providing customer assistance, data processing, and editing a variety of correspondence, while contributing to an efficient and supportive office operation within the Administration Department(s). The ideal candidate is someone who brings a friendly attitude, a willingness to help, will be organized, dependable, adaptable, and someone who values teamwork and a positive workplace culture. What You’ll Do (See Job Description for list of full job duties): • Administrative Specialist position is full-time Monday through Friday from 7:00a.m.-3:30p.m.; Salary range is $18.33-$23.10 (starting salary is dependent upon qualifications). • Greet incoming customers, determine their needs, and direct them to the right staff or department. • Answer and route calls on a multi-line phone system; take and deliver messages. • Provide clerical support including typing, filing, data entry, faxing and scanning. • Assist with electronic filing systems and appointment scheduling. • Maintain confidentiality while ensuring a professional and positive work atmosphere. What We’re Looking For: • High School Diploma or equivalent (or significant related experience). • One year of office experience required. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Ability to work independently, stay organized and adapt to last-minute changes. • Comfort working with diverse populations and across socio-economic and cultural differences. • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Why Join Us? • Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team serving the community. • Gain valuable administrative and customer service experience. • Opportunities for training, growth, and mentorship. • Employee Assistance Program, vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays, including one floating holiday, retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements and work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate. How to Apply: Submit your employment application online via www.lakesandpines.org/employment in person, via mail or to lap@lakesandpines.org. Resumes are also accepted. Position open until filled. Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Administrative Specialist

As a Child Care Partnership Teacher, you will be: Responsible for developing and implementing a classroom of up to twelve Head Start preschool children in conjunction with a community-based child care program. Duties include providing classroom supervision on a daily basis, conducting two 1½ hour home visits per child, and two parent-teacher conferences for enrolled families each year. We are excited to offer you: • Fixed starting pay rate of $21.81 per hour • Medical, dental, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements • Vacation and sick leave • 13 paid holidays, including one floating holiday • Work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate • Education reimbursement opportunities and professional development opportunities Qualifications: • Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education • More than one year of experience working with children ages 0-5 • Must have reliable transportation • Must have valid driver’s license and current auto insurance coverage in compliance with Minnesota State guidelines on the vehicle used for work related travel • Ability to effectively work across differences, especially socio-economic and cultural differences For more information, a full job description and/or application, please visit our office: 1700 Maple Ave. E., Mora, MN 55051, call us: (320) 679-1800, or visit our website: www.lakesandpines.org/employment. Applications and/or resumes are accepted until position is filled. Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Child Care Partnership Teacher

As a Home-Based Educator, you will be: Responsible for providing weekly home visits of a minimum of 1 1⁄2 hours per family for a caseload of up to twelve families with prenatal to five-year-old children, and conducting Family Play Day experiences as designated by the Program. Duties include assisting families in developing a comprehensive approach to school readiness. This position fosters parent/child relationships and recognizes that the parent is the child’s primary teacher and advocate. We are excited to offer you: • Fixed starting pay rate of $22.15 per hour • Medical, dental, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements • Vacation and sick leave • 13 paid holidays, including one floating holiday • Work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate • Education reimbursement opportunities and professional development opportunities Qualifications: • Position requires a preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within two years of hire- Lakes and Pines provides training opportunities to obtain this • Less than one year of experience • Experience working with children ages 0-5 • Must have reliable transportation • Must have valid driver’s license and current auto insurance coverage in compliance with Minnesota State guidelines on the vehicle used for work related travel • Ability to effectively work across differences, especially socio-economic and cultural differences For more information, a full job description and/or application, please visit our office: 1700 Maple Ave. E., Mora, MN 55051, call us: (320) 679-1800, or visit our website: www.lakesandpines.org/employment. Applications and/or resumes are accepted until position is filled. Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Home-Based Educator

As a Home-Based Educator, you will be: Responsible for providing weekly home visits of a minimum of 1 ½ hours per family for a caseload of up to twelve families with prenatal to five-year-old children, and conducting Family Play Day experiences as designated by the Program. Duties include assisting families in developing a comprehensive approach to school readiness. This position fosters parent/child relationships and recognizes that the parent is the child’s primary teacher and advocate. We are excited to offer you: • Fixed starting pay rate of $22.15 per hour • Medical, dental, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements • Vacation and sick leave • 13 paid holidays, including one floating holiday • Work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate • Education reimbursement opportunities and professional development opportunities Qualifications: • Position requires a preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within two years of hire- Lakes and Pines provides training opportunities to obtain this • Less than one year of experience • Experience working with children ages 0-5 • Must have reliable transportation • Must have valid driver’s license and current auto insurance coverage in compliance with Minnesota State guidelines on the vehicle used for work related travel • Ability to effectively work across differences, especially socio-economic and cultural differences For more information, a full job description and/or application, please visit our office: 1700 Maple Ave. E., Mora, MN 55051, call us: (320) 679-1800, or visit our website: www.lakesandpines.org/employment. Applications and/or resumes are accepted until position is filled. Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Home-Based Educator

The Program Data Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the Agency’s tracking software, including securities, data collection, data entry and generation of reports and other computer output for the Directors, Managers, Coordinators and Agency staff. This position will assist the Agency Departments/Programs in data entry, managing data, and tracking specific data as required by funders. This position is Full time at 32 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm with a flexible schedule after provisional. Education: • High School Diploma or equivalent and additional training • Associates or Two-Year College Degree Education may be waived with significant job-related experience Experience: • More than 3 years Work Environment: • Conventional – Office model • Activity-Based – Workers can switch between different workspaces. • Remote – Work from a remote location outside of the office. • Hybrid – Flexible work model that is a blend of in-office, remote, and/or on-the-go. The position is Full Time (32 hours per week) and Benefits of this job include: • Salary range is $24.35-$32.46 per hour (Potential for raise at 6 months and annually thereafter) • Medical, dental, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements • Vacation and sick leave • 13 Paid holidays, including one floating holiday • Work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate For more information, questions, full job description and/or application please call our office at (320) 679-1800 or visit our website at www.lakesandpines.org/employment Applications are open until filled at: 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes should be emailed to lap@lakeandpines.org Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Program Data Systems Administrator

Lakes and Pines Community Action Council is hiring a Program Secretary, for our North Branch office. The position is 8 am - 4:30 pm; Monday – Friday. This position is responsible for meeting the Agency’s mission as a team member by performing a variety of high-level clerical tasks by supporting department procedures and operations to ensure efficient, timely, and professional delivery of Lakes and Pines Services. The Program Secretary will perform clerical tasks, without direct supervision, and will be responsible for some decision-making. High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary degree preferred or at least two years of experience in the secretarial field. Position is Full Time. Benefits of this job include: ● Full salary range is $19.35 - $24.46 per hour, starting range is dependent on qualifications (Potential for an increase at 6 months and annually thereafter). ● Thirteen (13) paid holidays, which includes a floating holiday. ● Earn two hours of annual leave and two hours of sick leave for every 40 hours worked in the first year. ● Up to 5% retirement contribution match after meeting enrollment requirements. ● Multiple opportunities for training and advancement within the organization. Lakes and Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request. Full job description and application are available at www.lakesandpines.org. Applications are open until position is filled at this address: 1700 Maple Avenue East, Mora, MN 55051.
Position is open until filled.

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Program Secretary

Weatherization Crew Worker Salary Range $20.63 – $26.30 Minimum Requirements: The Crew Worker is required to install, under instruction of the Lead Crew Worker, devices and materials to reduce the infiltration of air and the loss of heat through the exterior of eligible dwellings. They will assist the Lead Crew Worker in organizing job sequence. This position performs energy conservation measures to homes as delineated in the work orders. A variety of manual and power tools are used in job functions. Work to be performed in all climatic conditions. The Crew Worker will assume the duties and responsibilities of the Lead Crew Worker in the absence of the Lead Crew Worker at the direction of program and Agency supervisory personnel. Qualifications: • Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including but not limited to, lifting, bending, twisting, climbing ladders and lifting required equipment. • Valid Driver’s License • Favorable background check • Must be 18 or older to apply • Experience in residential construction is helpful, but not necessary. • Ability to work with diverse cultures and economic backgrounds. The position is Full Time and Benefits of this job include: • Medical, dental, and life insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Retirement with 5% match after meeting enrollment requirements • Vacation and sick leave • 13 Paid holidays, including one floating holiday • Work mileage reimbursement at the current Federal rate For more information, questions, full job description and/or application please call our office at (320) 679-1800 or visit our website at www.lakesandpines.org/employment Applications and/or resumes are accepted until position is filled. Lakes & Pines is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.
Position is open until filled.

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Crew Worker

In accordance with federal and state laws, Lakes and Pines CAC is an equal opportunity employer, contractor and provider of services. The Agency will maintain a policy of non– discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. All aspects of employment within the Agency will be governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, public assistance status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity,status as a parent, familial status, or in a local human rights commission or any other legally protected status.

If an applicant needs reasonable accommodations for the employment application process, please contact Lakes and Pines either by phone, mail, email or in person and request such consideration. (Such as sign language, interpreter, materials in large print, accessibility)

Individuals are encouraged to complete an Employment Application form whether or not a vacancy currently exists. Employment applications will be kept on file for one year and will be considered for appropriate job vacancies.