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Staff Development Assessment Specialist – American Indian Education, JobID: 30308

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Position Type:
Teacher District Wide/Staff Development Assessment Specialist

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. Develop, deliver, and assess differentiated job-embedded professional development for individuals, grade levels, departments, buildings, and district; build capacity in staff to meet system-wide and local school initiatives to ensure equitable student achievement gains; foster development and growth of professional learning communities and individuals; support and implement district, school, program and department goals and objectives; support department leaders implement program  improvement plans within grade band, curriculum, or program area of responsibility; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and buildings to improve scholar achievement; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies; participating in leadership activities; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and support when applicable; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district and department at the discretion of the supervisor.

This position will help review and prepare curriculum and staff development sessions to build staff capacity around the implementation of Indigenous Education For All.  Indigenous Education For All (IEFA) is teaching and learning about Minnesota’s rich cultural heritage and contemporary contributions of the Anishinaabe and Dakota people. The required academic standards include the contributions of Minnesota’s Tribal Nations and Urban Indigenous Communities. This is intended for all students in Minnesota, as well as their teachers and school administrators to better understand their Indigenous peers. Successful implementation of the required academic standards includes access to and availability of curricular resources specific to the cultural heritage and contemporary contributions of American Indians, with an emphasis on Minnesota’s Tribal nations. The development of curricular resources, and professional development will be provided so that educators have access to knowledge and training in preparation to effectively and respectfully educate students on the rich history of Minnesota’s Tribal Nations and Urban Indigenous Communities. Curricular resources will include, but will not be limited to, American Indian experiences in Minnesota, including Tribal histories, Indigenous languages, sovereignty issues, cultures, treaty rights, governments, socioeconomic experiences, contemporary issues and current events.

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

Staff Development Assessment Specialist (SDAS)

Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor’s Degree required.
MN teaching license in appropriate field OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*
Considerable knowledge of American Indian histories, cultures and community.
*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License

Preferred qualifications include: Advanced degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
Demonstrated leadership experience with adults and previous experience in district level curriculum work preferred.

Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
FTE: 1.0 – 191 DAYS
Desired start date: August 25, 2025

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Click here to apply today.

District Behavior Specialist

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Position Type:
Student Support Services

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning.  Plan, guide, evaluate, and revise strategies, services, and support to improve achievement and school engagement for scholars experiencing behavior and academic challenges including consulting with teachers, staff, administrators, and guardians/caregivers to plan strategies, observing scholars and classrooms to provide input on academic and behavioral strategies, coaching staff in Behavior Support Plan implementation, collaborating with instructional staff to create a structured and supportive classroom environment and ensure goals and objectives outlined by IEPs and Behavior Support Plans are implemented with fidelity, working with Problem Solving Teams to establish effective, efficient processes for Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions, contributing and modeling evidenced-based strategies for instructional staff, working collaboratively with district and site teams to identify needs, plan and deliver professional learning support for curriculum implementation, seeking and measuring effective, efficient processes that move the system forward; make appropriate and equitable use of services, resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district, school, program or department for which employed; maintain contact and communication with staff, administrators, colleagues, scholars, and guardians/caregivers and work with them in the development, delivery, and assessment of strategies, support, and professional learning; collaborate within and across departments, programs, and sites; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and support when applicable. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district, department, and /or program at the discretion of the supervisor.

 

 

Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview

 

Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position.

 

District Behavior Specialist Job Description

 

Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelors Degree Required
Current license in a Special Education area or Licensed School Psychologist OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field Permission.*
If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2.*
Five (5) years minimum of experience working with students with behavioral/academic needs

*Additional information can be found at MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). Apply for Additional License
Preferred qualifications include:

BCBA preferred
Current Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) trainer or willing to be trained as trainer
Bargaining unit: Teachers
Salary: View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page
Work schedule: 191 days/school year
FTE: 1.0

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

 

Student Management Specialist (Temporary for 2025-26 school year)

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Position Type:
Administration-Nonlicensed/Student Management Specialist

Location:
Brooklyn Middle School

Closing Date:
until filled

Description:   A Student Management Specialist uses restorative practices to build and maintain relationships between students, teachers, and parents. They help students to grow and to improve behavior while creating individual interventions for students. They also plan for and maintain school-wide systems, structures, and discipline. They are ambassadors for our community and believe passionately in the potential of our students.

Job Summary:

Assists principal in the overall administration of the middle school program;
Performs as a resource for teachers and staff who express concerns for student attendance, student development and/or discipline;
Coordinates efforts with guidance, police liaison officer(s), school psychologist, and/or social worker in meeting with students and parents to discuss improving student attendance and/or behavior;
Consults with families via conference or communication systems concerning student attendance and behavior;
Resolves student behavior concerns in a fair and timely manner and maintains records of disciplinary or referral actions taken;
Closely monitors the physical plant of the schools and grounds and follows-up on student vandalism;
Assists in the interpretation of school district programs relating to student substance abuse and truancy;
Makes recommendations for appropriate revisions of policies and rules effecting student behavior;
Assists in discussing strategies to improve student performance, attendance and development;
Assists in developing and administering practices dealing with campus control and security;
Maintains active relationships with parents, families and students;
Assists in establishing rules governing students sent to the in-school suspension/detention room;
Responds to written and oral communication regarding student development and discipline matters;
Serves as a member of such committees and attends such meetings as directed by the principal;
Assumes responsibility when all administrators are out of the building;
Performs other tasks and assumes responsibilities within the overall scope of the position which the principal may assign.
Qualifications:  EDUCATION:  B. A. Degree

Salary:  View salary grids on Pages 3 – 4, Section 1. of the Management Personnel I-M agreement
Work schedule: Contract length 200 days- This position is temporary through 6/30/2026
Bargaining unit: Management Personnel I-M

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Process Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

ESP – Information Technology

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Position Type:
Technology

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job summary:  To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning through level one technical services that support accessible, equitable and user-friendly systems with training that supports all users to effectively and efficiently achieve the district mission.  Osseo Area Schools is Minnesota’s 5th largest school district. This position will be a part of the Instructional and Informational Technology Team (I2T2) which provides technical support to approximately 21,000 students and  3,000 staff members across 31 site locations. This includes the management of approximately 9,000 classroom/staff computers and 21,000 student mobile devices. With support from technical support specialists, repair technicians, network administrators and school staff, this position works to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction with technology services.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

 

Provide first-level installation, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance on all computing devices  and peripheral classroom hardware and equipment, including network connections
Provide first-level technical support using procedures and tools established by District-Level Technical Support;
Document daily activities in the work order system and escalate to second level as needed;
Provide training and instruction in the use of classroom, mobile, and instructional technologies;
Provide inventory of hardware and software as requested; and,
Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Minimum qualifications include:

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic.
Communicates effectively and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
Proficiency to troubleshoot hardware, software and explain current technology to end-users
Ability to use a variety of operating systems, including Windows, ChromeOS, and iOS.
Ability to respond to help desk requests via telephone, help desk software, and email
Ability to travel to different sites during the workday.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

Strong customer service orientation – dedication to customer needs; understanding the customer’s sense of urgency.
Demonstrate initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing and documenting needs.
Ability to work under pressure.
Flexibility, resilience, and tolerance for ambiguity.
Ability to collaborate effectively
Preferred qualifications include:

Experience working in a K-12 school setting
Proficiency in a language other than English (Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Vietnamese)

Salary:  View Classification II (2) salary grid on page 4, section 2, and classification, page 5, section 2 on Educational Support Professional contract

Work schedule: 6 hours/day; 5 days/week; school year

Job Type or FTE: Part-time, school year

Bargaining Unit: Educational Support Professional

This position may be assigned to the district office or to a site.

 

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

TSS III – Cyber Security Analyst

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Position Type:
Technology/Technology Support Specialist III
Location:
Educational Service Center
Closing Date:
Until Filled

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TSS 3- Cyber Security Analyst

Hours:  8 hours/day; 5 days/week; all year round
General Purpose of Job:
To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning. The TSS 3 Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for the technical implementation and management of the school district’s cybersecurity initiatives. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity measures to protect the district’s digital infrastructure. The analyst will work closely with the Director of Information Systems & Security to ensure the highest level of security and compliance with relevant policy and regulations.

Description:
The TSS 3 – Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in safeguarding the digital infrastructure of the school district. Reporting to the Director of Information Systems & Security, this position is responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining cybersecurity tools and protocols that align with district policies and regulatory standards such as FERPA, CIPA, and GDPR. The analyst collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to ensure system integrity, respond to security incidents, and proactively address vulnerabilities through audits and assessments.

This role demands a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, excellent communication skills for engaging both technical and non-technical audiences, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic educational environment. The position emphasizes continuous learning, professional growth, and a commitment to fostering a secure and supportive digital learning environment for all students and staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Providing customer service that embodies the district mission.
Representing the District in a positive manner.
Demonstrating effective and efficient internal and external communication in all aspects of duties.
Collaborating with vendors to evaluate and implement cybersecurity solutions.
Managing relationships with cybersecurity vendors to ensure optimal performance and support.
Coordinating with vendors and internal teams to schedule and manage system upgrades and maintenance.
Performing work accurately.
Using time efficiently in daily work and monitoring projects to meet deadlines.
Demonstrating adaptability and reliability.
Designing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity tools and standards to protect the district’s digital assets.
Recommending and enforcing procedures for effective use of cybersecurity tools.
Providing expert-level technical support for cybersecurity applications and solutions.
Expressing ideas clearly in speaking and writing; communicating effectively.
Interacting respectfully and collaboratively with co-workers.
Building and maintaining positive relationships by perceiving the needs and concerns of others, providing appropriate support, resolving conflicts, and demonstrating cultural responsiveness.
Monitoring and responding to security incidents, conducting thorough investigations, and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner
Performing regular security audits and assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Willing and able to adapt to new technology, programs, and requirements.
Enhancing skills to meet changing job requirements; focusing on being a life-long learner.
Showing knowledge of systems/programs/processes to accomplish job duties by providing technical support for cybersecurity-related issues, including troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software problems.
Installing, configuring, and maintaining cybersecurity software and hardware.
Ensuring optimal performance of cybersecurity systems and minimizing downtime.
Showing commitment to own professional growth; reflecting on knowledge and practice through self-assessment.
Managing work duties effectively; organizing and scheduling time commitments to meet demands of the job.
Effectively initiating contact, communication, and collaboration with staff, colleagues, and administrators.
Cultivating and sustaining positive and productive relationships with colleagues.
Remaining current regarding knowledge, skills, and trends for area of responsibility.
Creating and maintaining documentation for cybersecurity procedures and protocols.
Documenting daily activities and incidents in the appropriate tracking system.
Generating reports on cybersecurity activities, incidents, and system performance.
Undertake additional tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

Required Qualifications:

Associate in Arts degree in Cybersecurity or a relevant field with 5 years of experience
OR

8 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Comptia Security Plus
Experience with K-12 technology
Proficiency in a language other than English (Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Vietnamese)
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in using cybersecurity tools and software.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Complex problem solving – identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Deductive reasoning – ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Inductive reasoning – ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Information ordering – ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules.
Effective interaction with computers and related technology – ability to use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data, process information, implement upgrades and set up functions.

Job Type:  Full-Time

Bargaining Unit:  Hourly Technical

Hourly Rate Range: Class V per contract: $27.08 – $33.68 per hour
Per Contract, Classification V; please find additional information in the Hourly Technical Contract: https://staff.district279.org/human-resources/contracts

Start Date: July 1, 2025

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
Comprehensive benefits package
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Technology Support Specialist II

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Position Type:
Technology/Technology Support Specialist II
Location:
Educational Service Center
Closing Date:
Until Filled

Click here to apply.

TSS II (Tech Support Specialist Level 2)

 

Hours:  8 hours/day; 5 days/week; all year round

 

General Purpose of Job:

 

To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning through level two technical services that support accessible, equitable and user-friendly systems with training that supports all users to effectively and efficiently achieve the district mission.

 

Description:

Provide remote and on-site technical support and maintenance for hardware and software in classrooms, offices, and other facilities as needed. Includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all computing devices and peripheral classroom hardware and equipment to ensure optimal workstation performance. Collaborate with other Technical Support Specialists, Technical ESP’s, the Repair technicians and other I2T2 personnel to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. This position directly supports Student Services as part of the I2T2 team.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

 

Install and service computers, operating software, application software, network setup, projectors, document cameras, amplification systems, printers, other peripherals and classroom hardware.
Provide customer support for standard application software; and building, grade level, or curriculum software as required.
Establish and maintain troubleshooting and quality control procedures.
Collaborate with teammates to ensure all District service levels and commitments are met.
Maintain inventory of computer hardware and software components, monitor licensing requirements.
Remain current in software and hardware upgrades and technology advances.
Support the District IT Service Desk as needed, providing exceptional customer service via oral communications (phone), written communications (email) and strong remote troubleshooting skills, with proper documentation.
Actively participate in department work groups and team troubleshooting initiatives.
Document daily activity in the appropriate work ticket tracking system.
Provide basic to intermediate training on software applications; basic to intermediate training on hardware.
Collaborate with Technology Integration in assessing needs; coordinating and providing training on District hardware and software.
Perform other duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Required Qualifications:

 

2 year degree or 5 years of equivalent experience
Minimum of one year of experience as a technical support person in a desktop environment, including hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications:

 

Post-secondary degree in computer-related field.
A+ certification.
Microsoft certification.
Apple certification.
Successful completion of an accredited course of study related to computer science and/or equivalent experience in technical support of software and hardware.
Technology help desk experience
Experience in a K-12 setting
Experience with device and software management
Proficiency in a language other than English (Spanish, Somali, Hmong, Vietnamese)
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

 

Strong customer service orientation – dedication to customer needs; understanding the customer’s sense of urgency.
High level of comfort and skill in the use of a variety of software packages as well as the hardware on which they operate.
Demonstrate initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing and documenting needs.
Ability to work under pressure.
Flexibility, resilience, and tolerance for ambiguity.
Ability to collaborate effectively
Job Type:  Full-Time

 

Bargaining Unit:  Hourly Technical

 

Salary Range:  Per Contract, Classification III; please find additional information in the Hourly Technical Contract: https://staff.district279.org/human-resources/contracts

 

Start Date:  July 1, 2025

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
Comprehensive benefits package
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.