Workforce Development Representative

Job Class:
Workforce Development Representative

Agency:
Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job
• Location:
  
  Blaine
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes, may be eligible for some telework
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 08/19/2026
• Date Posted: 08/13/2026
• Closing Date: 08/19/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Workforce Development
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is based out of the Career Force in Blaine, Minnesota.

The purpose of this position is to:

• Provide Basic Career Services and Career Force information to job seekers through one-on-one appointments and group instruction (with a priority on serving Unemployment Insurance Applicants and Veterans)
• Provide career guidance and resources to job seekers and assist them in making informed career choices
• Instruct career seekers on how to establish an account, create or post a resume, and conduct a job search on Careerforce.mn.gov
• Provide training on how to seek employment through resume writing classes, interview skills classes, and other employment-related workshops
• Conduct outreach activities to increase awareness of all programs and services available from the Career Force System
• Inform job seekers and businesses of technical resources to ensure they have access to tools to assist in securing appropriate employment and to successfully recruit and retain employees
• Assist businesses in accessing available services through Career Force

This position is telework eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

One (1) year of experience in a role providing employment and training services, case management or similar role as determined by the agency.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Skill in the development and presentation of workshops for adult career seekers, to be offered virtual and in person.
• Communication skills to connect career seekers to workforce training opportunities to advance skills.
• Ability to form and grow connections with community partners such as educational institutions, employers and supportive services to assist career seekers in gaining employment.
• Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and goals.
• Ability to assist job seekers in the Career Lab with troubleshooting LoginMN and Career Force online accounts, employment applications, resumes, etc.
• Organizational and time management skills to document notes and services by required deadlines (using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Careerforce.mn.gov).

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, human services, counseling or other closely related field as determined by the agency.
• Experience using Careerforce.mn.gov, SharePoint, Webex, Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Experience providing career guidance and coaching.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.