The Program Receptionist is responsible for meeting the Agency's Mission as a team member by greeting incoming customers and performing basic clerical tasks under direct instruction and supervision. Salary Range for this position is $19.35 - $24.46 Minimum Requirements: • Greets incoming customers, determines their needs, and refers them to the appropriate resource staff and/or Department. • Provides telephone coverage for the office, receiving incoming calls, recording messages, referrals, and screening and routing calls and messages to the proper program. • Working knowledge of office equipment such as photocopiers, fax machines, image scanners, etc. • Provide clerical support to the department. • Performs basic typing and clerical work under direct instruction and supervision. • Operate standard multi-line phone system. • May be required to answer the main multi-line phone system at the central office in the absence of the Agency Receptionist/Secretary or Office Admin Support Specialist. • Operate standard office machines as required. • Receives and distributes the Department’s faxes. Sends faxes per Department procedures • May be required to respond to after-hours emergency calls. • Assist in opening up and securing the department's area, including files and maintenance of equipment, at the close of work day, as instructed by the supervisor. 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. Applications are due by August 28, 2025, by 4:30p.m. to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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.
Application deadline is Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

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Receptionist

Under the direction of the Energy Assistance Program Supervisor, this position collects, reviews, and utilizes a web-based database (eHEAT) to process the Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (MN EAP) application within prescribed timelines. The Energy Program Assistance Support Representative will utilize energy program knowledge to identify and document income sources, ensure accurate benefit determination and distribution, resolve energy crisis situations, and advocate for and communicate with participants. Salary Range for this position is: $19.35 - $24.46 Minimum Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Excellent oral and/or written communication skills. • Ability to manage time that results in both satisfactory quantity and quality of work. •Consistently interpret and implement policies and procedures while processing Energy Assistance Program applications and determining eligibility. •Assist customers with completing a variety of forms or applications to assist with reducing energy burdens. •Determine household size and follow income verification requirements following the MN EAP policy manual. •Systematic processing of applications through the department's electronic workflow. •Responsible for the Energy Assistance Customer Services Desk, including opening mail, greeting participants, email correspondence, scanning, and logging applications as daily assignments. •Maintaining all documents scanned properly in our electronic records filing systems. •Be aware of and actively refer households to other programs which may increase their self-sufficiency and track all activity as part of the A16 requirements. •Accurately enter customer information in e-heat software and checking that all information has been updated or removed prior to benefit determination. •Ability to maintain records, prepare written documents and other materials both hard copies and electronically. •Working knowledge of Microsoft Suites, Excel, PowerPoint, fax, copier machine, and multi-line phone system. •Assist with the Energy Related and Replacement program and crisis applications processes. •Must be able to work under periods of demanding workloads due to the seasonal operation of the program 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. Applications are due by August 28, 2025 by 4:30p.m. to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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.
Application deadline is Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

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Energy Assistance Support Representative

Under the direction of the Energy Assistance Program Manager, this position is responsible for processing application/intake duties, as well as responding to Energy-Related and Repair calls during and after hours, including weekends and holidays. Demonstrating flexible and efficient time management as well as being detail-oriented. Salary range for this position is: $19.35 – $24.46 Minimum Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Excellent oral and/or written communication skills. • Ability to manage time that results in both satisfactory quantity and quality of work. • Consistently and correctly interpret as well as implement policies and procedures while processing Energy Assistance Program applications and determining eligibility. • Accurately process applications and determine participants' eligibility for the Energy Related and Repair program. • Perform the application/intake process, maintaining accuracy, determining the participant’s eligibility, and assisting the participant with the Energy Assistance Program application process as needed. • Respond to all Energy Assistance–approved participants for the Emergency Response (ERR, including Emergency calls during and after hours, including weekends and holidays, to dispatch our contractors. • Received and reviewed jobs for all Energy Related and Repair Programs. • Prepared and processed invoices for the Energy Related Repair program • Responsible for entering all Energy Related Repair Programs events into the E-heat System • Must be able to work under periods of demanding workloads due to the seasonal operation of the program • Maintaining all documents scanned properly in our electronic filing system The position is Full Time, and the 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. Applications are due by August 28, 2025 by 4:30p.m. to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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.
Application deadline is Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM

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Energy Related Repair Program Representative

As an Early Head Start Assistant Classroom Teacher, you will be: Responsible for developing and implementing Child Development Plans (CDPs) for a classroom of up to eight infants and/or toddlers. Duties include providing classroom supervision on a daily basis, assisting with required home visits and participating in three parent-teacher conferences and one enrollment meeting, two of which are offered in the family’s home. We are excited to offer you: • $21.47 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 an infant/toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or higher. • 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, 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 accepted until position is filled to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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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Early Head Start Assistant Classroom Teacher

As a Float Teacher, you will be: Assisting in classrooms of up to twenty preschool children. Duties include providing classroom supervision on a daily basis during teachers’ breaks, providing coverage when other teaching staff are on leave, assisting with the classroom and home visits if needed, and performing various other duties. We are excited to offer you: • $21.47 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 one year 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, 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 accepted until position is filled to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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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Float Teacher

As a Head Start Assistant Classroom Teacher, you will be: Responsible for implementing a pre-school classroom of up to twenty children. Duties include providing classroom supervision on a daily basis, conducting one home visit per child, and three parent-teacher conferences for enrolled families. We are excited to offer you: • $21.47 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, 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 accepted until position is filled to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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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Head Start Assistant Classroom Teacher

As a School Partnership Teacher, you will be: Responsible for developing and implementing a classroom of up to ten preschool children. Duties include providing classroom supervision for the assigned number of classroom sessions each week, conducting the assigned number of 1½ hour home visits per child, and three parent-teacher conferences for enrolled families. We are excited to offer you: • $21.64 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, 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 accepted until position is filled to 1700 Maple Avenue E, Mora, MN 55051. Resumes are not accepted. 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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School Partnership Teacher

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.