Project Manager - Workforce Navigator

Otter Tail County is accepting applications for a full-time Project Manager - Workforce Navigator. The Workforce Navigator will develop and advance workforce development priorities in alignment with the strategic plans of the County and the Community Development Agency. A key priority of the position is the management of the Empowered Worker Program, which supports local individuals in overcoming barriers to obtain and sustain employment. The position performs project management duties including program development, program implementation and monitoring, research, community outreach and engagement, marketing, and grant writing/management. Please note: This position is a three year limited term duration position. Examples of Duties: Develops and deploys programs in support of identified community development priorities. Conducts research and program evaluation by implementing data collection, analysis, monitoring, and dissemination protocols. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse groups in promoting community development initiatives for the region. Develops and executes a communication and marketing strategy to effectively generate awareness of the community development programs and available resources throughout Otter Tail County and beyond. Identifies and develops partnership opportunities that would advance the community development goals and strategic priorities of the County and the Community Development Agency. Researches, identifies, secures and maintains grants by monitoring agreements and reporting deadlines. Effectively convenes and facilitates meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. May assist with duties and responsibilities as outlined in the County Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan. Supplemental Information: This position is regularly scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30 p.m. The 2026 starting hourly salary for this position is $72,654 annually depending on qualifications, with career advancement to $109,054. The selection process will include an online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Semi-finalists will be invited to interview. Prior to hire, finalists will be required to pass a background investigation. A standard twelve month probationary period applies. How to Apply To apply for this position, click on desired job title, then the "Apply" link. On-line applications are stored on a secure site. Only you and authorized employees of Otter Tail County have access to the information submitted. When filling out any employment application materials for Otter Tail County, you must include your entire employment and education history. Failure to do so may render your application incomplete. Veterans Preference Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the employment application to receive preference. Background Investigation All employment offers are contingent upon the applicant passing a background investigation which may include, but are not limited to, gathering information from the following sources: Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, other law enforcement agencies, court documents, educational institutions, previous employers, Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services, military records, Immigration and Naturalization Services, and known associates of the applicant. Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the hiring process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment. Otter Tail County is a tobacco-free workplace. Otter Tail County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual rientation or age. Equal Opportunity Employer