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Community Development Assistant Jobs in Minnesota

Senior Planner (FT)

Monticello, MN ยท On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Provides work direction to the Administrative Assistant and Community and Economic Development Coordinator in the areas of planning and development. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides work direction to the Administrative Assistant and Community and Economic Development Coordinator in the areas of planning and development. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES ...

Assistant Community Manager

Minneapolis, MN ยท On-site

$20 - $24/hr

... development initiatives. We are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years, with many locations awarded Best and Brightest. Position Summary The Assistant Community ...

Residence Director

Duluth, MN ยท On-site

$44K - $46K/mo

Actively assist in the development and implementation of an intentional community development model that includes an emphasis on student success, and inclusive community programming and support.

Actively assist in the development and implementation of an intentional community development model that includes an emphasis on student success, and inclusive community programming and support.

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How much do community development assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for community development assistant in Minnesota is $21.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills do you need to be a community support worker?

Community Development Assistants need strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills to effectively support community members. They should be able to work collaboratively, demonstrate cultural competence, and often require organizational skills to manage multiple projects. Familiarity with local resources and basic computer skills are also important for success in this role.

What is the role of a community development worker?

A community development worker helps improve local communities by organizing programs, engaging residents, and addressing social issues. They often collaborate with stakeholders, facilitate communication, and may use tools like surveys or meetings to identify community needs and develop solutions.

What does a community development assistant do?

A community development assistant supports local initiatives by coordinating programs, engaging with community members, and assisting with outreach efforts. They often collect data, prepare reports, and help implement projects to improve community well-being, typically working under the supervision of a community development coordinator or manager.

What skills are needed for community development jobs?

Community development assistants need strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to engage with diverse community members and coordinate projects. They should also have problem-solving abilities, cultural competency, and familiarity with community resources, often supported by knowledge of local policies and basic data management tools.
What are the most commonly searched types of Community Development jobs in Minnesota? The most popular types of Community Development jobs in Minnesota are:
What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Community Development Assistant jobs? Cities in Minnesota with the most Community Development Assistant job openings:
Infographic showing various Community Development Assistant job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,474 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator

Tribal Government

Prior Lake, MN โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Join the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community as a Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator and make a meaningful impact! You'll drive charitable giving initiatives, build strong community partnerships, manage outreach efforts, and support engaging programs for employees and the community. Enjoy weekly pay, excellent health benefits, and opportunities to grow your career.
Job Overview: The Community Engagement & Programs Coordinator is responsible for coordinating charitable giving
initiatives, fostering community partnerships, managing outreach efforts, and supporting employee and community engagement activities. This position serves as the primary relationship manager for charitable giving recipients, tribal partners, government partners, community organizations, and internal stakeholders.
Success in this role means strengthening and expanding the Tribe's philanthropic presence both in Indian Country and within the Twin Cities through a highly professional, strategic, and community-focused approach. The ideal leader brings nonprofit experience, strong program leadership, and the ability to elevate existing initiatives to the next level.
The Responsibilities You'll Own:
  • Manage the end-to-end administration of charitable giving requests and community impact initiatives.
  • Coordinate charitable giving programs, outreach activities, sponsorships, and community engagement efforts.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with tribal partners, community organizations, and charitable recipients.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between Business Council, Marketing, Finance, tribal departments, and community stakeholders.
  • Lead and coordinate internal outreach programs and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Develop strategic plans to increase community engagement and strengthen tribal partnerships.
  • Organize charitable events, volunteer opportunities, recognition programs, and community impact activities.
  • Coordinate communications, scheduling, meeting logistics, and follow-up activities related to charitable giving programs.
  • Track program outcomes and prepare reports highlighting community impact and engagement results.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure successful execution of charitable giving initiatives.
  • Represent SMSC at community meetings, outreach events, and partnership activities.
  • Assist with promotional materials, presentations, and communications supporting charitable programs.

Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field required.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in community relations, charitable giving, program coordination, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement.
  • Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects and events simultaneously.
  • Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and community partners.
  • Experience planning and executing community outreach and engagement initiatives preferred.

Preferred Qualifications
  • A strong understanding of Dakota Culture/Indian Country
  • Experience working with Tribal Leaders

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: Enjoy competitive weekly pay, outstanding benefits and advancement opportunities. Generous benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, onsite medical clinics and pharmacy, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, wellness programs and more. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms, free uniform cleaning and tuition reimbursement.
Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes both time and financial resources across the region, state, and country. The SMSC has donated more than $400 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties, and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative that organizes various opportunities in the local community. To empower its team members to take part in the Dakota tradition of giving, the SMSC provides paid hours to team members to volunteer at events. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org
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