Street Maintenance Worker – The City of Pierre seeks a passionate individual to join our team in making Pierre one of the best places to live, work, and visit. This position is responsible for manual labor and operating street sweepers and snow plows to maintain city streets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Manual labor, such as shoveling, raking asphalt, etc. is required. Skill in operating and maintaining equipment such as street sweeper, truck, roller, snow plow, skid steer, and front-end loader. Must have possession of or ability to obtain a Class B CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsements.

WAGE: $23.41/hr minimum plus comprehensive benefit package including 100% employer paid employee health, dental and life insurance along with a 6% employer match to the South Dakota Retirement System and 12 paid holidays. Up to $2000 annual educational assistance available. Wage offer will be based upon actual education and experience.

Open until filled

UP TO $3000 HIRING BONUS

Economic Development Director | Full-Time, Exempt Position

Salary: $90,001.60 ($43.27/hr.) – $121,472.00 ($58.40/hr.)

The City of Detroit Lakes is seeking a full-time Economic Development Director to lead initiatives that promote business growth, attract new investments, and strengthen housing and workforce opportunities throughout the community. This position reports directly to the City Administrator / Public Utilities General Manager and plays a vital role in shaping the city’s economic future.

Position Overview:

The Economic Development Director serves as the primary liaison between the City, developers, business owners, and community partners. The Director manages economic development projects from concept to completion, negotiates financial assistance packages, and oversees programs involving Tax Increment Financing (TIF), loans, and grants. This position also serves as staff to the Detroit Lakes Development Authority (DLDA) and works closely with local, regional, and state partners to advance strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include conducting market and industry analyses, preparing development agreements, writing and administering grant applications, and coordinating housing and business recruitment efforts. The Director also represents the City of Detroit Lakes at regional and state economic development events, promotes available sites and development opportunities, and maintains online resources supporting the City’s reputation as a progressive, business-friendly community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, economics, community development, business, or a related field.

• At least three (3) years’ experience in economic or community development, business recruitment, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of financing tools such as tax increment financing (TIF), revolving loan funds, and state or federal grant programs.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with the public, elected officials, and the business community.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS software.

• Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and complete an employment application online at https://cityofdetroitlakes.com/employment by 4:30 PM on November 24, 2025. For questions, contact Deon Strapp, our HR Director, at dstrapp@cityofdetroitlakes.com or via phone at 218-846-7130.

Employment requires a successful background investigation. The City of Detroit Lakes is an equal opportunity employer.

This position comes with a high degree of responsibility for assisting in the operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plant and lift stations. Monitors the treatment process and performance of related equipment and makes necessary adjustments as indicated by current conditions. Preventive maintenance and repairs are executed on various pumps, blowers, chemical feeders, valves, piping and other equipment used to treat wastewater.

The work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, machinery with moving parts, infectious diseases, raw sewage, hazardous chemicals, and occasional inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interacting with other employees, customers and suppliers in a professional manner is essential. At times, this position works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with staff. On-call duties are required after training period.

Education in the field of Mechanical or Engineering Technologies or a related field is preferred. Prior experience in the repair of machinery, equipment and/or operation of related water or wastewater treatment equipment is beneficial. Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A CDL, with an airbrake endorsement is required. State of SD Board of Operator Certification in wastewater within 18 months of employment.

WAGE: $25.84 minimum plus comprehensive benefit package including 100% employer paid employee health, dental and life insurance along with a 6% employer match to the South Dakota Retirement System and 12 paid holidays. Up to $2000 annually for educational reimbursement. Wage offer will be based upon actual education and experience.

UP TO A $3,000 HIRING BONUS!

APPLICATIONS: Human Resources Office, City of Pierre, PO Box 1253, Pierre, SD 57501, Phone (605) 773-7429, www.cityofpierre.org.

Open Until Filled.

E.O.E.

The City of Adrian is looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual. Under general supervision, this position will perform detailed accounting work with accounts payable and receivable. Desired candidates will have strong organizational skills, ability to work under pressure, the ability to multi-task, shift priorities, and work with other departments. Good oral and written communication skills are essential.

An associate degree in accounting, business administration or related field is desired or comparable work experience. Applications accepted until position filled, review of applications is October 17^th. Vacancy notice and application form are available at Adrian City Hall and on the City’s website. www.adrian.govoffice2.com EOE

The City of Melrose Public Utilities is accepting applications for the position of Electric Line Supervisor. This position is responsible for the operation, construction, and maintenance of the entire electrical system. Supervises electric department staff. Works on-call and responds to emergencies and/or repairs as needed.

Qualifications include: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in electrical line worker training plus certificate of completion of an approved apprenticeship certification program for a journey lineworker. Prefer a minimum of five years with leadership experience in electrical distribution and power production or combination of education and experience required. General supervisory experience is preferred.

2025 Base Salary: Up to $120,640.00
Average On-Call Pay: Additional $7,500.00/year
Excellent benefits package

A copy of the job description and application packet can be obtained on the City’s website at www.cityofmelrose.com or by contacting the Melrose City office at 320-256-4278.

Interested applicant should submit a completed application packet, along with resume to City of Melrose, Attn: Human Resources, 225 1^st St NE, Melrose MN 56352 or email to hr@cityofmelrose.com by 4:30 p.m., Thursday, October 30, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

The City of Melrose Public Utilities is accepting applications for the position of Electric Journey Line Worker. This position performs skilled duties in the operation, construction, maintenance and repair of the electrical distribution, generation, metering and SCADA systems. Works on-call and responds to emergencies and/or repairs as needed.

Qualifications include: Technical college diploma in line worker training or equivalent training. To qualify for the Journey Line Worker position must have certification in a 4-year electric line worker apprenticeship program or a MN Lineman License. 2025 Salary Range DOQ: $42.35 – $47.06. Excellent benefit package including but not limited to: Paid vacation, sick leave, health insurance, life insurance, long term disability, dental insurance, MN public employees retirement, and health savings account.

A copy of the job description and application packet can be obtained on the City’s website at www.cityofmelrose.com or by contacting the Melrose City office at 320-256-4278.

Interested applicant should submit a completed application packet, along with resume to City of Melrose, Attn: Doris Rieland, HR Generalist/Payroll Clerk, 225 1st St NE, Melrose MN 56352 or email to hr@cityofmelrose.com by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.

Moorhead Public Service (MPS) is accepting applications for a GIS Technician. Under general supervision, this position assists with developing, implementing, configuring, and updating Geographic Information System (GIS) applications, spatial databases, web mapping applications, geometric networks, and mobile devices that use GIS maps; performs complex analysis, quality assurance and quality control, and ensures integrity of data; assists with the maintenance of facility asset data; collects, updates, and analyzes electric, water, and fiber GIS information; and creates electronic maps.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in GIS, geography, computer science, engineering, or related field, with an emphasis in GIS, or equivalent work experience and certifications as determined by MPS; one to two years of related experience; and a driver’s license valid in the state of Minnesota.

Desired qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a geoscience-based discipline (e.g., engineering, geology, GIS, environmental, civil), with an emphasis in GIS, and three years of utility GIS-related experience.

The 2025 salary for this position ranges from $59,779 to $91,956 annually. Excellent health insurance and benefits package.

Application form and job description are available at https://www.mpsutility.com/index.php/en/employment-opportunities/newest-jobs or by calling 218.477.8000, Option 4.

Applicants MUST complete an MPS Application for Employment to be considered for employment with MPS. EOE.

Closing Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

Water/Water Reclamation Supervisor

Salary: $95,368.00 ($45.85/hr.) – $124,966.40 ($60.08/hr.)

Detroit Lakes, MN a thriving and vibrant community with excellent amenities and an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise is seeking a qualified individual for the position of a Full-Time Water/Water Reclamation Supervisor within its Public Utilities department. Detroit Lakes Water Reclamation Facility is a state-of-the-art Membrane Biological Reactor facility and is operating in its fourth year. It is fully operational, provides excellent treatment results and meets extremely low nutrient discharge limits.

This is a Management position within the Utilities and requires a minimum of 5 years Supervisory experience with considerable experience in a municipal setting. Qualifications include at a minimum a Minnesota Class A wastewater license, Minnesota Class C water license, and MPCA Type IV bio-solids license. Please provide all information as to work history, certifications, licenses and other relevant skills and education when making application.

Application form, benefits and job description are available on the City website at www.cityofdetroitlakes.com. Provide Cover letter, Resume and Application online or send it to our to Human Resources Director at dstrapp@cityofdetroitlakes.com or via mail to 1025 Roosevelt Avenue Detroit Lakes MN 56501 by 4:30 PM on September 26, 2025.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE!

Employment background investigation will be performed. The City of Detroit Lakes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.