Careers
.Apply by noon on Thursday, June 22
Childcare Solutions Program Officer
Central Minnesota has a shortfall of 15,000 to 17,000 childcare slots, and the Initiative Foundation, through its Childcare Solutions program, is vested in closing the gap. We’re seeking a Childcare Solutions Program Officer who can engage stakeholders, surface creative solutions, and harness the power of parents, providers, schools, employers, and local units of government to create opportunity for all through strategic investments.
We're looking for a team member who is …
- Familiar with childcare economic models and regulations and can recognize where bottlenecks to sustainability for providers can be addressed.
- An innovator who is ready to try new strategies, partnerships, and interventions to help attract and retain talent while also keeping services affordable for families.
- Eager to work with home-based providers, center operators, and other sources of support to advance lasting solutions.
Controller, Finance Team
The Initiative Foundation is in search of a controller to join its finance team. This position is responsible for oversight of the organization’s financial records, accurately recording financial transactions, tracking grants receivable/deferred revenue balances, and preparing a diverse range of reports and reconciliations.
We're looking for a team member who …
- Brings nonprofit fund accounting experience.
- Comfortably navigates complex database administration systems.
- Is versed in administrative and fund accounting practices.
- Demonstrates refined critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Apply by noon on Thursday, June 22. These positions are based at the Initiative Foundation's Little Falls headquarters at 405 First St. SE and require a portion of work time in the office. As a hybrid workplace employer, these positions allow for some Central Minnesota-based remote work as well as access to our St. Cloud satellite office.
The Initiative Foundation has been recognized as a Well Workplace Gold winner by the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA). Well Workplace Gold organizations are recognized for having built exceptional and comprehensive worksite wellness strategies grounded in WELCOA’s 7 Benchmarks. Well Workplace Gold organizations have demonstrated that they have a clear and unique business case for wellness and have created appropriate wellness initiatives and strategies to achieve that vision.
What if you could feel good about your daily work?
What if your career complimented your life's purpose?
What if you could contribute daily to the growth, resiliency and vibrancy of Central Minnesota?
If you believe growing the economy, building community and a culture of generosity are important to Central Minnesota, then we have a lot in common. At the Initiative Foundation, our team works with a diverse range of donors, funding programs and broadly cultivated partnerships to ensure that Central Minnesota is economically prosperous and richly vibrant. Now, and for future generations.
If you have a strong sense of teamwork and a desire to contribute, you’ll fit right in at the Initiative Foundation.
It's always a good day when the ice cream truck comes your way!
Staff members discuss what they love about supporting the Central Minnesota region and the community-building work they do at the Initiative Foundation.
The Initiative Foundation has been recognized as a Well Workplace Gold winner by the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA). Well Workplace Gold organizations are recognized for having built exceptional and comprehensive worksite wellness strategies grounded in WELCOA’s 7 Benchmarks. Well Workplace Gold organizations have demonstrated that they have a clear and unique business case for wellness and have created appropriate wellness initiatives and strategies to achieve that vision.
Our Mission
To empower people throughout Central Minnesota to build a thriving economy, vibrant communities and a lasting culture of generosity.
Our Vision
Central Minnesota is recognized as the ideal place where people choose to live, work, give and play.
Our Values
- Our primary resources are local people who invest their time, talent and assets.
- A shared vision among many partners is the best way to achieve lasting change.
- Inclusiveness and respect for diversity enriches communities and the region.
- We embrace our responsibility to introduce, promote and defend pioneering ideas—even when they incur risk.
- We will remain responsive, nimble and ready to adapt to emerging needs and opportunities.
The Initiative Foundation has been recognized as a Well Workplace Gold winner by the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA). Well Workplace Gold organizations are recognized for having built exceptional and comprehensive worksite wellness strategies grounded in WELCOA’s 7 Benchmarks. Well Workplace Gold organizations have demonstrated that they have a clear and unique business case for wellness and have created appropriate wellness initiatives and strategies to achieve that vision.
In addition to rewarding and challenging career opportunities, the Initiative Foundation offers a robust benefit package that includes: health, dental, life, short- and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan with match, paid holidays, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
The Initiative Foundation pays 100 percent of eligible employee's health and dental premiums and 70 percent of the employee's eligible dependents' coverage.
The Initiative Foundation offers a 401(k) plan with an employer match and access to a free financial planner for all eligible employees. The 401(k) match is fully vested immediately.
The Initiative Foundation provides multiple opportunities for staff to give back to the organizations, causes and community organizations that they love and support.
The Initiative Foundation is committed to developing a high-performing staff and encourages its employees to continue to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exemplary service to our constituents and partners.
A Strong Commitment to Staff Wellbeing
The Foundation's Wellbeing Team provides training, tools and resources in the areas of purpose, social, financial, community and physical wellbeing.
- Purpose—Liking what you do each day and being motivated to achieve your goals.
- Social—Having supportive relationships and love in your life.
- Financial—Managing your economic life to reduce stress and increase security.
- Community—Liking where you live, feeling safe and having pride in your community.
- Physical—Having good health and enough energy to get things done daily.
The Initiative Foundation has been recognized as a Well Workplace Gold winner by the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA). Well Workplace Gold organizations are recognized for having built exceptional and comprehensive worksite wellness strategies grounded in WELCOA’s 7 Benchmarks. Well Workplace Gold organizations have demonstrated that they have a clear and unique business case for wellness and have created appropriate wellness initiatives and strategies to achieve that vision.
