Workforce Development Coordinator

This listing closes on 11 / 3 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Central Time (US & Canada).

Employer

Metropolitan Council

Salary

$73,569.60 - $119,412.80 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00203

Division

Regional Administration

Department

HR_Workforce Development

Opening Date

10 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date

11 / 3 / 2025 at 11 : 59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)

• Description
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WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council , the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Human Resources works with all divisions of the Metropolitan Council to provide proactive solutions for the Council's workforce needs in the areas of recruitment, labor relations, benefits, training, organizational development, occupational health, and wellness. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region : The Workforce Development Coordinator provides administrative and programmatic support of multiple workforce development programs, including but not limited to planning, outreach and recruitment, data collection, program execution, and reporting. This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin. All Workforce Development team staff are required to work approximately 50 weekday nights per year both in person and virtually.

What you would do in this job

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of completed education (in human services, communication, training, education, or related field) and experience (performing outreach to targeted communities and developing and implementing evaluation, data collection, and performance measurement tools in a workforce development organization) :

License Requirement : Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications) :

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job :

What you can expect from us :

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

Union / Grade : AFSCME / Grade F FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive : No Work Environment : You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites and includes some non-traditional work hours. What steps the recruitment process involves :

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then : If you are new to the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and / or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council , you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files / databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and / or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT : If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below :

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free :

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Applicant Instructions : It is important that your application shows all relevant education and experience you possess. Resumes and cover letters will NOT be accepted for this recruitment. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions.

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

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If you selected "other," please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected "employee referral," please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title.

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Please select the option below that reflects your education and experience level.

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If you responded in question #4 that you have experience performing outreach to targeted communities and developing and implementing evaluation, data collection, and performance measurement tools in a workforce development organization, please describe that experience including duties performed, where the experience took place, and the duration. If you do not have this experience, please type "N / A."

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Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

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Please select the areas below with which you have work experience (select all that apply).

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If you responded in question #7 that you have experience working with Twin Cities area workforce development organizations, please describe that experience including duties performed, where the experience took place, and the duration. If you do not have this experience, please type "N / A."

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If you responded in question #7 that you have experience working with multiple transit-related professions, including bus / train operators or mechanics, please describe that experience including duties performed, where the experience took place, and the duration. If you do not have this experience, please type "N / A."

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If you responded in question #7 that you have experience managing recruitments in the NeoGov applicant tracking system, please describe that experience including duties performed, where the experience took place, and the duration. If you do not have this experience, please type "N / A."

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If you responded in question #7 that you have experience using PeopleSoft to enter or review employee information, please describe that experience including duties performed, where the experience took place, and the duration. If you do not have this experience, please type "N / A."

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Describe your experience, or efforts made, to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding. If this doesn't apply, please type "N / A."

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Are you willing and able to work approximately 50 weekday nights per year both in person and virtually?

Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N. St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https : / / metrocouncil.org