Career Seekers
No-cost employment and training programs available for eligible applicants. Programs listed below.
Workforce Product Disclaimer:
FEDERAL GRANTS: WIOA DW, WIOA Adult, DWG, SCSEP
This program is supported by the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (DOL/ETA) as part of an award to the State of Minnesota financed with non-governmental sources.
STATE-FUNDED PROGRAMS GRANTS: State Dislocated, Re-Entry Grant, and other state-funded programs.
"The State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development funded (or funded in part) this training through a grant. The grant recipient created this training. DEED does not endorse this publicity or training or make guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership of the information herein or elsewhere."
Provides support and assistance to individuals who have become unemployed through no fault of their own. Services are designed to assist individuals with their return to work and can include:
- Career Counseling including assessment of skills, interests and qualifications.
- Help with job search techniques including resume writing, interview prep and networking opportunities.
- Tuition assistance to help with the cost of training to increase employability.
- Limited financial supports such as help with mileage for job search, interview/work attire and referrals to other community agencies that offer financial support
Dislocated Worker Program Flyer
Introduction to the Anoka County Dislocated Worker Program Video:
For questions related to this program contact:
Troy Scheffel, Supervisor, Employment Services
Provides a wide range of youth career services targeted to low-income/at-risk youth ages 14-24. Participants receive community paid work experience to gain work maturity and readiness skills to successfully transition to employment. Career counselors will assist in finding employment, explore different careers, or find a school and help pay for tuition and books for short-term training or up to a 2-year college program.
For questions related to this program contact:
Sue Gunder, Supervisor, Employment Services
Provides enhanced employment opportunities to Anoka County residents age 55+ who meet eligibility guidelines receive additional support to secure employment. This includes on-the-job training and current work experience they need through paid community service assignments. Workers earn state or federal minimum wage, whichever is higher, and work 20 hours per week.
For questions related to this program contact:
Sue Gunder, Supervisor, Employment Services
Supports families while helping them move toward financial stability through work while receiving cash and/or food assistance.
For questions related to this program contact:
Melissa Bubbers, Supervisor, Employment Services
Assists participants gain skills, training, or education they need to find and keep a job to become more self-sufficient while still receiving food benefits.
For questions related to this program contact:
Melissa Bubbers, Supervisor, Employment Services
Melissa.Bubbers@anokacountymn.gov
Provides industry specific training that can lead to employment in a strong industry with opportunity to advance. Earn a certificate after completing the program along with job placement support, including interview and resume writing help, to gain employment. No cost training to eligible applicants!
For questions related to the Career Pathway or special grants contact:
Jill Westfall, Senior Program Specialist
jill.westfall@anokacountymn.gov
763-324-2344