Employment Opportunities:

Frequently Asked Questions

If there are no job openings listed on this page, there are no job opportunities available at this time.

The Human Resources Department is responsible for coordinating and processing all personnel transactions within the county. Applications and job descriptions are available by calling the Job Hotline at 218-927-7393.

To apply for a posted position with Aitkin County, you must fill out an application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Completed applications must be received by the Aitkin County Human Resources Department by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date.  No late applications will be considered.

Additionally, applications are only accepted for open jobs. When there are no positions open, Aitkin County will not accept and hold applications on file for future positions.

For positions in the Health and Humans Services Department, please visit the Minnesota Merit System site for job descriptions with application and testing process information. 

**Please fill out and print the application package; be sure to sign your application.**

Important Note:  You may fax your application back to Human Resources at 1-218-927-7374, or mail it, or drop it off in person to the Human Resources Dept. at the Courthouse West Annex. It must be received by Human Resources by the date and time indicated as the deadline to apply.

Committee Opportunities:

None at this time.

Employment Opportunities:

Seasonal Naturalist Instructors - School Year

Aitkin County is accepting applications for the following position: Seasonal Naturalists at LLCC ($290.00/wk, must live on-site, school year position). Requires H.S. Diploma or GED and valid MN driver’s license. Application form and additional details are available on-line below or can be picked up at the Aitkin County Courthouse, HR Department, 217 2nd Street NW, Room 134, Aitkin, MN. Open until filled.

LLCC School Year Seasonal Naturalist Application

Substitute Jail Cook

Aitkin County is accepting applications for the following position: Substitute Jail Cook ($9.97 hr). Requires H.S. Diploma or GED and valid MN driver’s license. Application form and additional details are available on-line below or can be picked up at the Aitkin County Courthouse, HR Department, 217 2nd Street NW, Room 134, Aitkin, MN. Open until filled.

Substitute Jail Cook Application

Jailer

Aitkin County is accepting applications for part-time Jailers. Must be 18 years or older and available to work year round 0 to 29 hours per week as scheduled. Shifts vary, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Valid MN driver's license required. CPR, First Aid, and AED training or certification beneficial. On the job training provided. $14.48/hour starting. Applications are available on-line below or can be picked up at the Aitkin County Courthouse, HR Department, 217 2nd Street NW, Room 134, Aitkin, MN. Open until filled. 218-927-7306. EOE

Jailer Application

Employment Links:

The following positions are available year round through the Minnesota Merit System.  For more information about each position and submitting an application, click on the Job Title:

Accounting Technician, HHS Department
Case Aide, HHS Department
Child Support Officer, HHS Department
Child Support Supervisor, HHS Department
Family Based Services Provider, HHS Department
Financial Assistance Supervisor, HHS Department
Financial Worker (aka Eligibility Worker), HHS Department
Fiscal Supervisor / Collection Officer, HHS Department
Health and Human Services Director, HHS Department
Health Educator / Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, HHS Department
Office Support Specialist, HHS Department
Public Health Nurse, HHS Department
Public Health Nursing Supervisor, HHS Department
Social Services Supervisor, HHS Department
Social Worker, HHS Department
Sr. Office Support Specialist, HHS Department

To find out more information about jobs with Aitkin County Health and Human Services, please visit the Minnesota Merit System.

Please note. The employment of companions or relatives in the same area of an organization may cause conflicts. In addition to claims of partiality in treatment at work, personal conflicts from outside the work environment may be carried into day-to-day working relationships. Aitkin County policy states: Relatives of persons currently employed by Aitkin County may be hired only if they will not be working directly for or supervising a relative within the organization. This policy applies to any relative, higher or lower in the organization, who has the authority to review employment decisions. Aitkin County employees cannot be transferred into such a reporting relationship.

Aitkin County Human Resources Department
217 2nd Street NW, Room 134
Aitkin, MN 56431
Phone: 218-927-7306
Fax: 218-927-7374

Our business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.