Employment
Thank you for your interest in working for the Minnesota Council of Churches.
We are pleased to offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Gold Medical insurance plan
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Vacation and holiday pay
- Employer contributing retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Free parking
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, creed, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for a current job opportunity, submit your cover letter, resume and completed application to employment@mnchurches.org.
CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
- Assistant Director of Refugee Services - Mankato
Assistant Director
Refugee and Immigrant Services – Mankato Office
Reports To: Director of Refugee and Immigrant Services
Location: Mankato, Minnesota
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Organizational Overview
The Minnesota Council of Churches (MCC) is a faith-based organization dedicated to justice, reconciliation, and service. Through our Refugee Services Program, we have resettled and supported thousands of newcomers to Minnesota. MCC is committed to holistic support that empowers newcomers on their journey toward safety, stability, and self-sufficiency.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director for Refugee and Immigrant Services in Mankato will play a key leadership role in managing and supporting MCC's refugee resettlement and integration efforts in Southern Minnesota. This position will ensure high-quality service delivery, staff support, programming compliance, grant writing and community partnerships in alignment with MCC's mission and contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Program Management
• Oversee day-to-day operations of Refugee and Immigrant Services programs in Mankato.
• Supervise and support case management, housing, employment, and cultural orientation services.
• Collaborate with the central MCC Refugee Services team to implement new programs and meet reporting and performance metrics, including budget preparation.
• Serve as a local liaison to government agencies, churches, funders, landlords, and community partners.
Staff Supervision and Development
• Directly supervise program staff based in Mankato.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
• Promote a team culture grounded in equity, trauma-informed care, and cross-cultural respect.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Ensure program compliance with federal, state, and local refugee resettlement requirements (including PRM, ORR, and MN DHS).
• Monitor documentation, data entry, and case file standards.
• Coordinate audits, site visits, and reporting processes.
Community Engagement and Partnerships
• Strengthen partnerships with local congregations, volunteers, service providers, and donors on behalf of MCC through grant writing, and engagement.
• Represent MCC Refugee Services at public forums, coalitions, and task forces in the Mankato region on behalf of the CEO.
• Advocate for refugee needs and participate in regional planning.
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, human services, or a related field (master's preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in refugee resettlement, human services, or nonprofit program management.
• Supervisory experience with cross-cultural teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Understanding of federal refugee resettlement programs and compliance standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Preferred:
• Experience living or working in multicultural settings.
• Fluency in a client's language (e.g., Spanish, Dari, Pashto, Somali, Arabic, Karen, Swahili) is a preferred.
• Knowledge of Southern Minnesota's community services and landscape.
Compensation and Benefits
• Salary range: 65, 000-75, 000 commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions, and professional development support.
To Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume to employment@mnchurches.org with the subject line: Assistant Director – Mankato. Applications will be accepted until September 12th, 2025, by 5pm.
