ORGANIZATION | Affordable Housing Connections, Inc.

JOB TITLE | Office Administrator

Affordable Housing Connections, Inc. (AHC) has been a nonprofit business partner to the affordable housing industry since 1989. You can be part of shaping our growth and future business opportunities. For the right person, this could be a fast track to career advancement. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. This is an opportunity to join an experienced and solid business and to be part of a growing, dynamic organization.

AHC provides a variety of compliance monitoring, property inspection, and due diligence reporting services as well as training, technical assistance for capacity building. In addition to property owners and management companies, AHC clients include the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Minnesota Housing Partnership, the Minneapolis-Saint Paul Housing Finance Board, the HRAs of Washington County and Saint Cloud, the Dakota County CDA, and the City of Rochester.

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posted 5/9/2008

ORGANIZATION | University of Minnesota

JOB TITLE | Center for Innovation and Economic Development (CIED)

The University of Minnesota is accepting applications for the Manager of its newly created Center for Innovation and Economic Development (CIED). As the driver of this collaborative initiative, the Manager is responsible for supporting economic growth and entrepreneurial expansion in North Minneapolis. Qualified candidates must have demonstrated entrepreneurial and business experience, leadership in undertaking new initiatives, excellent communication skills and the proven ability to work effectively with and across racially and ethnically diverse individuals and groups toward a common goal. Applications should be made electronically through the University of Minnesota's Online Employment System at https://employment.umn.edu, Requisition # 154441. Additional information is available at www.ced.umn.edu or call 612-624-0530.

posted 5/9/2008

ORGANIZATION | YWCA St. Paul

JOB TITLE | Transitional Housing Program Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: Assist the Transition Housing Program (THP) staff in maintaining a quality, comprehensive program for homeless women with dependent children through efficient and effective provision and management of services.

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posted 5/2/2008

ORGANIZATION | Community Design Center

JOB TITLE | Minneapolis Site Supervisor

The Community Design Center, a 39 year-old non-profit organization, is seeking a summer site supervisor for a Minneapolis Mississippi River project. The site supervisor will work with youth 14-18 in restoration and conservation work along the Mississippi River. This is an exciting new Community Design Center initiative in partnership with the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, the National Park Service, and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

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posted 4/25/2008

ORGANIZATION | Amherst H. Wilder Foundation

JOB TITLE | Housing Specialist I (Counselor 1)

Program: SHES/Project Quest

Responsibilities: This position will provide housing services for participants of Project Quest supportive housing program. The program assists families who have experienced long-term homelessness make the transition from homelessness to housing, and provides ongoing intensive service to the families. The Housing Specialist will identify housing options and place families in rental units; work closely with landlords to resolve issues; work with other providers to identify other resources needed to assist in sustaining housing; provide consultation to families with barriers to housing; conduct housing inspections; present a range of training opportunities; and, work closely with case management and housing teams. The program offers a strength based, consumer focused, Housing First model.

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posted 4/24/2008

ORGANIZATION | HOUSINGLINK

JOB TITLE | BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SPECIALIST

Position open until filled.
REPORTS TO: Business Manager

PURPOSE: The Business Administration Specialist will work with the Business Manager to effectively manage all aspects of administration. Additionally, this position will be responsible for
providing the support to the President and Chief Operating Officer.

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posted 4/23/2008

ORGANIZATION | Greater Minnesota Housing Fund

JOB TITLE | Director, Finance & Accounting

Greater Minnesota Housing Fund supports the creation of affordable housing for working families in areas of economic vitality throughout Greater Minnesota.

GMHF was launched in 1996 as joint effort of The McKnight Foundation and Blandin Foundation, and capitalized from 1996 and 2000 with a total of $58.5 million. Since 2000 McKnight and Blandin Foundations recapitalized GMHF in the amount of $24 million. Additional support has come in smaller increments from several other private sources for a total of $84 million in capital support.

Located in downtown St. Paul, with assets of $81 million, GMHF’s lending activities are the core of its multifaceted community development programs, including neighborhood redevelopment, community-based planning, employer assisted housing, “green building”, and applied research and development. GMHF’s lending activity is between $7 to $12 million annually. GMHF assets include a loan portfolio of $41 million with commitments to fund an additional $18 million of loans. GMHF ‘s annual operating budget is approximately $1,500,000 with a staff of seven FTE’s.

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posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | All Parks Alliance for Change

JOB TITLE | Democracy Project Organizer

Organization Background. APAC is a statewide organization of manufactured (mobile) home park residents focused on education, leadership development, and grassroots organizing. Located in St. Paul, APAC serves as a tenant's union for park residents in Minnesota. The organization's programs include tenant advocacy, community organizing, housing preservation, and state policy advocacy. APAC has also begun a program to promote resident leadership, organizing and advocacy in other states and on a national level.

Project Background. In 2006, with the assistance of the Democracy! Fund, APAC launched the Manufactured Home Park Voter Engagement Project. Our fundamental purpose is to provide a voice for this underrepresented part of society and to use electoral organizing as a bridge that links our community organizing and lobbying efforts into an ongoing cycle to build power and advance public policy change. The project will be organized around the elections and the legislative session in three stages * voter registration, education and mobilization. The project and the position run through April 30, 2009.

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posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | Central MN Housing Partnership

JOB TITLE | PROPERTY DIRECTOR

PROPERTY DIRECTOR – Central MN Housing Partnership, a regional non-profit housing developer and property manager seeks FT individual with experience in Financial and Asset Management to supervise the organization’s real estate portfolio working in a fast-paced result oriented environment. Knowledge of affordable housing property management, including tax credits and Sec 8, financial and program compliance and reporting, planning, project and program budgeting, and staff supervision. Bachelors Degree in related field or equivalent experience plus 3+ year related job experience. Looking for a team builder with good communication skills. Resumes accepted at info@cmhp.net No phone calls please.

posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | City of Saint Paul

JOB TITLE | City Planner II

REQUIREMENTS:
• College graduation in a planning related field with an urban emphasis and two years of
experience as a City Planner I or equivalent (no substitution for college); OR
• A master's degree in urban planning.

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posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | Hearth Connection

JOB TITLE | Operations Director

Hearth Connection's mission is to build relationships, resources, infrastructure and understanding, so that no one in Minnesota remains homeless, and people who were homeless can prosper. Hearth Connection is a Minnesota non-profit that acts as an intermediary, working with government and community social service agencies to help people with very long histories of homelessness move into and prosper in supportive housing. At Hearth Connection, we believe it is possible to end long-term homelessness in our society because we have seen the vicious cycle of homelessness broken, one participant at a time. No one should have to sleep outside, in a car or on a mat on a shelter floor. Hearth Connection is committed to increasing government's investments, increasing the public's understanding and creating the systems needed to end homelessness in Minnesota.

Click here for more information.

Operations Director will be responsible for internal performance and organizational development to help us carry out our mission with excellence and efficiency. With a new person focused on what we need to do to prepare internally to help more people move from homelessness to homes of their own, I will have more time to focus on how to increase funding for supportive services. We know what needs to be done to end long-term homelessness. Now is the time to do it.

posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | Wilder Foundation

JOB TITLE | Chief Administrative Director

Wilder Foundation - Chief Administrative Director: Responsible for $4.8 million of Wilder's $45 million annual budget, covering Finance, HR, Investment, Compliance, IT, and Real Estate functions. Open to candidates from all sectors (public, private or non-profit), but must show strength in building partnerships between operating and program functions with very strong collaborative skills.

http://www.wilder.org

posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | CommonBond Communities

JOB TITLE | Vice President of Advantage Services

CommonBond Communities - Vice President of Advantage Services: With a staff of more than 35, oversees services to over 7,300 residents living in affordable housing developed and owned by CommonBond. The VP should be someone well respected in the human services field who is entrepreneurial, bringing a business and results-oriented approach to Advantage Services.

http://www.commonbond.org

posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Wash. Counties

JOB TITLE | Executive Director

Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Wash. Counties - Executive Director: One of the largest community action agencies in MN with a 2008 budget of $20.9 million and 330 staff. Looking for a strong manager that can work well with a diverse board, staff and client base and lead a large, complex organization. Background in anti-poverty programs a big plus.

http://www.caprw.org

posted 4/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | Community Design Center of Minnesota - St Paul, MN

JOB TITLE | Garden Corps Assistant

The Community Design Center of Minnesota, a 39 year old non-profit organization, seeks a full time (summer seasonal) Garden Corps Assistant. This position engages youth in sustainable urban agriculture through the growing and marketing of fresh produce, flowers, herbs, and other products. Youth develop work skills, explore careers, learn about nutrition, and practice stewardship.

The Garden Corps Assistant will provide support for the following responsibilities:
- Day-to-day supervision of 25 teenage youth in our Garden Corps Internship program
- Planting, maintaining, harvesting from our 7 community gardens in St Paul's East Side
- Operating our 25 member Salad Share CSA
- Operating/facilitating participation in our market stands
- This position requires a flexible schedule with some evening and weekend responsibilities
- Minimum time commitment for this position: June 2nd-August 31st 2008

The Garden Corps Assistant works under the direction of and shares supervisory duties with the Garden Corps Program Manager.

Qualifications/desired experience:
-Experience with Youth in: teaching, supervision, mentorship -Experience gardening and/or working outdoors -Valid driver's license

Compensation: $10/hour (40hrs/week for 13 weeks)

To apply send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:

Tamara Downs Schwei, Director
info@comdesignctrmn.org
731 East 7th Street, Suite 100St Paul MN 55106
Fax:651-228-7075

(email is preferred for applications, include "Garden Intern Supervisor" in subject line)

posted 4/14/2008

ORGANIZATION | Twin Cities Local Initiatives Support Corporation

JOB TITLE | Assistant Program Officer

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) seeks a capable, self-motivated individual to fill an Assistant Program Officer (APO) position and round out its team of talented and professional staff in its Twin Cities office, located in St. Paul, MN. The individual hired to fill this position will support convening, education and advocacy work with LISC’s partners; impact, measurement, and accountability efforts including assistance with national level and local program evaluation efforts; and implementation of the comprehensive development strategies in target neighborhoods.

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posted 4/11/2008

ORGANIZATION | LSS Financial Counseling Service

JOB TITLE | Financial Counselor – Eastside Financial Center & Center for Working Families

Detail: LSS Financial Counseling Service is seeking an individual to provide financial counseling and coaching at the Center for Working Families (CWF) and Eastside Financial Center (EFC) on the east side of St. Paul. These programs are part of the Wealth Creation Initiative being developed on the Eastside of St. Paul. The CWF and EFC are new initiatives which will provide employment services, public benefit access, financial counseling and education, as well as access to financial products and services including a match savings program. This position will provide financial counseling, coaching and education to families and individuals utilizing the CWF and EFC. Services provided will include budget counseling, housing counseling, assisting clients with financial goals, credit review and debt management, through initial, follow-up counseling sessions and education presentations including occasionally teaching Get Checking classes. The counseling position will also help coordinate services with the employment and benefit access services including the match savings program.

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posted 3/29/2008

ORGANIZATION | Aeon

JOB TITLE | Vice President, Resident Connections

Aeon (formerly Central Community Housing Trust), a non-profit leader in providing high-quality affordable homes in the Twin Cities area, seeks a professional to join our team.

Responsibilities: Build and lead the Resident Connections team to ensure residents are connected to each other and to the community, and actively engaged in the creation of their positive home environment. Work collaboratively with Aeon residents, asset management, property management and other partners to achieve strategic goals. Establish and maintain strong, effective relationships and partnerships with service providers in the community. Provide effective management of grants, contracts, and relationships to improve the social and financial performance of Aeon properties.

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posted 3/25/2008

ORGANIZATION | SS Financial Counseling Service

JOB TITLE | Consumer Credit Counselor I

Location: Openings in St. Paul and Duluth

Description: Lutheran Social Service Financial Counseling has several openings in St Paul and Duluth for consumer credit counselors to work with clients who are facing financial problems. These positions are posted at 80% - 100% time as part of planned service expansion. Responsibilities include budget counseling, debt management services, housing counseling, bankruptcy counseling, and financial education

Requirements: BS or BA, or equivalent plus 2 years experience in financial industry, credit, collections, or human services.

Application Deadline: April 4, 2008

Application Contact: Email resume and application to: kay.brown@lssmn.org. Applications must be received by 4-4-08. Include the title and job code (F1004) in your email subject line. An application may be downloaded from our website at www.lssmn.org

Position Information: 5 openings, each 32-40 hours per week with excellent benefits package. Work schedule will be Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm with some evenings.

posted 3/25/2008

ORGANIZATION | New America Foundation

JOB TITLE | DIRECTOR ASSET BUILDING PROGRAM

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The New America Foundation seeks a dynamic, visionary, and entrepreneurial Director for the Asset Building Program. The program, launched in 2002, has established itself as a leading voice on innovative, market-oriented public policies to enable low- and moderate-wealth families in the U.S and around the world to (a) accumulate savings; (b) access wealth-building financial services and financial education; (c) better manage their debts; and (d) build and protect lifelong, productive assets—a home, an education, a small business, investments, and a nest-egg for retirement. The program is among the world’s leading policy experts and advocates for universal and progressively funded savings accounts at birth in developed and developing countries.

In 2006, the program launched both the Financial Services and Education Project and the Global Assets Project to deepen its work in these areas; is a leading voice for asset-building policies in California; launched and manages the assets clearinghouse, AssetBuilding.org; and played a seminal role in the 2005 formation of the bi-partisan, bi-cameral Congressional Savings and Ownership Caucus in the U.S. Congress. The program has also published in the nation’s leading newspapers and magazines, and has appeared on the nation’s top television and radio programs. For more information, see http://www.newamerica.net/programs/asset_building.

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posted 3/19/2008

ORGANIZATION | CommonBond Communities

JOB TITLE | Multicultural Communities in Action AmeriCorps Program

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Respond to needs in your community while learning new work skills and earn money for education. These service positions offer individuals the opportunity to assist pre-k through high school aged youth with school work in the classroom or provide educational and recreational programming for youth at after-school centers.

Full time positions are located in Minneapolis and St. Paul and begin in September 2008 and end in August 2009.

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posted 3/4/2008

ORGANIZATION | The NetWork for Better Futures

JOB TITLE | Director Finance and Administration

Overview of the Enterprise
A team of Minnesota’s leading healthcare, housing, workforce, and human service practitioners have come together to create The NetWork, a practical strategy that will promote the recovery, resiliency and prosperity of at-risk adults who frequently use costly public services such as emergency rooms, treatment programs, jails, prison, and detox facilities. This multi-agency alliance, which primarily targets African American men, consists of five core components: housing, behavioral health, health care, employment, and community/family reengagement.

The NetWork is designed to serve high-risk men with histories of substance abuse, mental illness, chronic unemployment, and homelessness. These men are likely to be poor, unemployed, socially isolated and battling mental health and substance abuse. Most are typically costly and routine users of public-funded services. Many of these men also owe child support and they have histories of multiple arrests and periods of incarceration.

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posted 1/21/2008

FOR MORE JOB LISTINGS, SEE -

* SEEK (environmental education)
http://www.seek.state.mn.us/jobs.cfm
* Minnesota Environmental Partnership
http://www.mepartnership.org/mep_jobs.asp
* MN Council of Nonprofits
http://www.mncn.org/jobs/default.asp
* Idealist
http://www.idealist.org/