Minneapolis Job Seeker Bulletin
January 2022 Edition
Available Jobs and Job Search Assistance:
City of Minneapolis: TeamMinneapolis View all jobs and apply online
- Please note that several new job openings have been posted:
CareerForce Workshop and Events
Find workshops such as Creative Job Search and Career Exploration, Resume Writing, Interview Skills and more. Come in for a visit and let us help you with your job search.
See here for more information about CareerForce Events and Workshops
January 2022 is Health Care Month
Happy New Year! Governor Walz has proclaimed the month of January 2022 as Health Care Month. Now more than ever, Minnesota's health care employers – from hospitals to clinics, from nursing homes to agencies that provide care for people with disabilities in their homes – need workers who want to make a difference in the lives of others. Follow the link above to find out how you can make a difference.
Resources for people looking for work now:
More information on Health Care Month here
Start your Career as a Certified Nursing Assistant at No Cost
- Minnesota has set a new goal to train at least 1,000 new certified nursing assistants to help Minnesota health care facilities experiencing staffing shortages.
- The initiative is made possible through federal American Rescue Plan funding and will pay for qualifying expenses associated with CNA courses (i.e. tuition, fees, books, technology needs, test fees) to ensure these courses are available at no-cost to students.
Learn more online: www.ohe.state.mn.us/CNATraining
Twin Cities Metro Region Presents 14 Days of Healthcare in January 2022
- CONNECT: Metro Region Health Care employers need your skills and talents! Employers’ virtual booths will be open around the clock, from Jan 18 through Jan 31 2022, at metroregioninteractive.easyvirtualfair.com! Connect any time during this 2-week event with your computer, tablet or phone.
- INTERACT: Research employers, share your resume at virtual booths, and apply to openings 24/7! Your search history is automatically saved in your Career Fair Profile!
- INTERVIEW: Chat live with healthcare employers on Tuesday, January 18 and Tuesday, January 25, from 2-4 pm.
GET STARTED by registering today at metroregioninteractive.easyvirtualfair.com/.
WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION AT CAREERFORCEMN.COM/METRO
Dislocated Worker Program - you may be eligible!
If know of anyone who has been laid off (didn’t quit or weren’t fired), are eligible to receive unemployment insurance benefits, and are unlikely to return to their previous occupation or industry, they may be eligible for the Dislocated Worker program.
Services include, but are not limited to:
- Career Counseling
- Free computer lab access
- Resume writing assistance including creating online resumes
- Skills assessment and training to enhance skills
- Free workshops designed to help jobseekers with all aspects of the job search. Workshops may cover topics such as:
- Computer Skills
- Networking
- Self-Marketing
- Accessing Certifications/Training
- Career Transition/Skills Transition
All services are free and tailored to fit individual needs.
People can apply to the program by going to CareerForce and click on the “Change Your Career” option under For Career Seekers or contact Leah Temkin from Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis at 952-417-2108 or Heidi Stay from Department of Employment & Economic Development at 651-539-4421.
People can also get a head start if they Fill out the short interest form. Once submitted, an employment counselor will contact them within five to seven business days to help find the next steps forward.
January Dislocated Worker Schedule
Sign up to be virtually prescreened and receive information via email, phone and/or Skype about the Dislocated Worker Program, eligibility criteria, process and how it helps job seekers get back to work.
Schedule in January: (These are all activated in Minnesotaworks.net)
Any questions, please email: heidi.stay@state.mn, Phone: 651-539-4421
Hennepin County Virtual Hiring Event - January 5
Wednesday, January 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
CareerForce Workshops
More information at Virtual & Interactive Services for Career Seekers
CareerForce Events
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Health Care Hiring Events: Find and attend a variety of hiring events throughout the month of January to apply to a wide range of jobs in health care.
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Statewide $18+ Online Career Fair: Friday, January 7, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Companies including 7G Environmental Compliance, Rihm Companies, Transportation Security Administration, LSC Communication.
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Explore Careers In Health Care: Be a Super Hero: Monday, January 10, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. Find out how to jump into a career as a health care super hero in this online webinar! Click the link to find the registration link.
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Public Sector CDL Information Session: Tuesday, January 11, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Want to drive a bus or snowplow for the city, county, or state, or work in Public Works? Attend this information session at Frogtown Community Center, 230 Como Ave, St. Paul to find out more!
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Health Care Hiring Event: January 11, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. In person event at CareerForce at 1 Mendota Road West Suite 170, West Saint Paul. Meet health care employers in your area!
Check the Career Fair Calendar for company hiring events and walk in interview opportunities.
Help to Pay for Food when Children Miss School due to COVID
Minnesota families who rely on free and reduced-price school lunch programs will soon get extra help to cover food costs when COVID-19 keeps their children home from school.
Read more here
Has COVID-19 made it hard to pay your rent?
RentHelpMN is still open for applications from renters who owe past-due rent due to the pandemic. Renters can request assistance with rent and utility expenses. There’s no deadline to apply, and funds are still available.
When to reapply If you’ve already received assistance from RentHelpMN, your account will show a “reapply” button after your payment is sent. If you fall behind on rent again, you can use this button to request additional assistance. You may also reapply if you’ve withdrawn an application and now need assistance, or if your application is denied for eligibility reasons and you now believe you are eligible for the program. Learn more about reapplying.
Through the end of November, RentHelpMN helped more than 37,000 households with $273.9 million for past due rent and utility expenses. You can learn more at the RentHelpMN Applications Dashboard.
Find out how to apply on the RentHelpMN website.
Twin Cities R!SE - Upcoming Sessions
- My Road to Success - starts Jan 24
- Customer Service/Call Center - starts Feb 9
More info and to apply
MPS Adult Education - ELL, GED or Adult Diploma - Starts Jan 3
Minneapolis Adult Education is opening a North Side Evening campus to serve Adult Students who want to learn English and Adult Students looking to get their High School Equivalency: GED or Adult Diploma.
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Opening Date: Monday, January 3, 2022.
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Class Times: 6pm to 9pm, Monday to Thursday.
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Location: Davis Center (5th floor) – 1250 West Broadway Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55411
How to Register for classes: Please visit https://abe.mpls.k12.mn.us and click on Register Now!
Job Search Websites
CareerForceMN View thousands of job listings from private employers statewide.
MN Works Online job bank for finding jobs in Minnesota.
Minneapolis Public Schools Careers at Minneapolis Public Schools.
Job Connect Connecting Workforce Professionals, Career Seekers and Employers.
Minnesota Council of Non-Profits Job Board A tool that career seekers can use to view hundreds of nonprofit jobs that match their qualifications and employers can post their latest nonprofit openings.
Hennepin County Search for job openings in Hennepin County.
City of Saint Paul Apply for current employment opportunities open to the public.
Clean Energy Job Board Apply for jobs in the energy efficiency and renewable energy fields.
jobsinminneapolis.com Use the right resources, tools and services to help get the job you want.
CareerOneStop Manage your career and your pathway to career success.
USAJOBS Search for federal government jobs throughout the country.
CAREERwise Discover tools and resources for a successful job hunt.
State of Minnesota Explore career opportunities and potential for career advancement in Minnesota
Employment and Training Programs
City of Minneapolis Employment and Training
City of Minneapolis Employment and Training administers a variety of employment and training programs under the direction of the Mayor, City Council, and Minneapolis Workforce Development Board. Our programs:
Career Pathways Trainings offer job seekers free or low-cost, accelerated trainings that prepare them for careers in high demand job sectors including Healthcare, IT, Public Safety and the Trades.
Minneapolis Works - Assistance finding a job for low-income, Minneapolis residents ages 18 and older.
WIOA Adult - Employment and training services to eligible adults 18 and over who are looking to gain skills and employment in healthcare, IT, manufacturing, construction or administrative services.
Minneapolis Youth Works - Assistance with high school completion, work preparation or employment goals for Minneapolis Youth ages 14-21.
Dislocated Worker Program - Comprehensive services for those who have lost their job through no fault of their own for adult ages 18 and older.
About this Newsletter
The Job Seeker Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter by the City of Minneapolis in partnership with CareerForce and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
If you have any questions, please contact Linda DeHaven
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CareerForce can help you prepare for and find good jobs now!
Visit CareerForceMN.com/GoodJobsNow to get help finding the opportunity that fits your needs. Whether that’s matching your skills to a job that’s available right now, or connecting you to short-term training opportunities that lead to in-demand jobs on promising career paths, we can connect you to the tools and training you need.
Get personal assistance by phone or email with CareerForce specialists. Find contact information for staff at a CareerForce location near you at CareerForceMN.com/locations.
For reasonable accommodations or alternative formats please contact Linda DeHaven at 612.673.5294. People who are deaf or hard of hearing can use a relay service to call 311 agents at 612-673-3000. TTY users can call 612-673-2157 or 612-673-2626.
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