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Employment Opportunities at the CDA
Last Updated: May 1, 2008

The Dakota County CDA, a recognized leader in the housing and community development industry is seeking the following individuals:

Housing Assistance Intern (Summer)

The Dakota County CDA is currently accepting applications for a Housing Assistance Intern.  This position serves as a primary contact for Housing Assistance programs administered by the CDA, such as the (Section 8) Housing Choice Voucher Program.   The intern will be responsible for work assigned by the department director or program managers, and will include client interviews, eligibility determination, completion of leasing documents, and monitoring program compliance.  Preferred candidates will have completed 2 full years of coursework toward a 4-year degree in a related field such as Housing, Social Work, or Public Administration.  Starting salary is $14.69 per hour.  The position is limited-term, for approximately 3 months; work schedule to be determined; likely 30-40 hours per week during the summer.  The position will remain posted until May 15, 2008 or until filled.  A CDA application form must be completed to be considered for this position.  See below for complete job description and application process.

Housing Assistance Intern Job Description (PDF)

Communications Intern (June-December)

The Dakota County CDA is accepting applications for an intern to assist in the Administration Department beginning June 1, 2008.  The Communications Intern will assist with internal and external agency communications and coordinate special administration projects.  The intern will write newsletter articles and press releases, update agency intranet and internet Web sites, assist with the production of agency publications, represent the agency at special events and complete special projects as assigned.  Applicants must be at least a third-year student in an accredited Journalism, English or Communications program, have excellent oral and written communication skills and be proficient with computers including Microsoft and desktop publishing programs.  Preferred qualifications include working toward an undergraduate or graduate degree in communications or related field and working knowledge of photography.

The hours for are approximately 30-40 hours per week during the summer and a flexible schedule during the school year possibly lasting through December.  Salary is $12 hour (with no benefits).  Completed CDA application and three writing samples must be received at the CDA office by 4:30 p.m. on May 15, 2008. See below for complete job description and application process.

Communications Intern Job Description (PDF)

Application Process:
To apply for a position at the CDA, a completed CDA application must be received by the closing date listed on the posting.

Applications can be obtained by:
1. Downloading the application from this web page. The application can be printed and completed by hand or can be completed online. When completing the application online, use your tab key to move from section to section and/or click the check boxes. Once you have completed the online application, you will need to print a hard copy, sign and return it to the CDA.

Please note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to download the application. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer, click here to download it free from Adobe's website.

CDA Employment Application (PDF file) 

2. Emailing the CDA at jobapplications@dakotacda.state.mn.us with your name, mailing address and the name of the job you'd like an application for and an application will be mailed to you via the U.S. Postal Service.

3. Calling the CDA's Jobs Line at (651) 675-4441. Leave your name, mailing address and the name of the job you'd like an application for on the Jobs Line voicemail and an application will be mailed to you via the U.S. Postal Service.

4. Picking up an application at the CDA's office located at 1228 Town Centre Drive in Eagan, Minnesota during the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Click here for driving directions to the CDA's office.


Completed applications can be delivered, faxed or mailed to:

Dakota County CDA
1228 Town Centre Drive
Eagan, MN 55123
Fax: (651) 675-4444

 

 

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