Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Where do I look to see if there are any job openings with Aitkin County?
 
All job openings with the County are advertised in The Aitkin Independent Age for two weeks before the closing date for the job. Job openings are also posted on the County website on the Employment link on the home page. Aitkin County also has a job Line at 218-927-7393 that provides information to callers about employment opportunities.
 
2. How do I apply for a job?

To apply for a job with Aitkin County, you must receive an application from the Human Resources Department and return the completed application back to this department by the closing date for the position. Applications are available online under the Employment link on the County’s homepage, by leaving a message on the County Job Line at 218-927-7393, or by calling or emailing the Human Resources Department (Phone: 218-927-7306. Email: bobbie.danielson@co.aitkin.mn.us.)
 
3. Are resumes accepted for job openings in lieu of an application?
 
No. A completed application is required to apply for a job opening.
 
4. Should I submit letters of recommendations and/or resumes with my application for a position?
 
No, these items should not be submitted with an application. However, if you are later granted an interview for a position, you can bring these items to the interview.
 
5. Can I submit an application when there are no job openings to be placed on file in the Human Resources office?
 
No. Applications will not be held on file until a position becomes open.
 
6. When I submit an application for an open position, will that application be considered again for any other positions?
 
No. When an application is submitted for an open position, it is pointed for that specific job only. It will not be considered for any other position. A separate application is required for each job opening. It is recommended that you make a copy of the application you submit for a job opening so that if you wish to apply for another job in the future, you can then submit that copy.
 
7. How are people awarded interviews for positions?
 
After a job opening closes, all applications are reviewed by the Human Resources Manager and the supervisor for the position that is open. Points are awarded for education and experience relating to the job based upon information on the application. Therefore, it is important to complete all sections of the application in detail. Interviews are then granted based upon total points received.
 
8. What are Veteran Preference Points?
 
Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of deceased or disabled veterans to add to the points received off their applications. Points are awarded subject to the provisions of Minnesota Statute 43A.11. To be eligible for veteran’s preference points, you must have an honorable discharge from any branch of the armed forces after serving on active duty for 181 consecutive days or have a disability that was a received while serving on active duty and be a citizen of the U.S. or resident alien; or be the spouse of a disabled veteran.