Working Title: Homemaker
Job Class: Resident Assistant (RA)
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID : 96413
Location : Montevideo
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/20/2026
Closing Date : 09/01/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Montevideo
Division/Unit : Montevideo Veterans Home / Nursing
Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift / 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Days of Work : Varies, including weekends as assigned
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $20.87 - $22.79 / hourly PLUS $2.25/hour shift differential for all hours worked after 6:00pm and before 6:00am
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Veterans Home-Montevideo is seeking a Resident Assistant to help support the residents' needs by assisting with limited personal care and providing companionship, food service, snack preparation, and activity support!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Assist residents in social activities and with their personal interests. Help create opportunities for social interactions, personal routines, and exercise within the resident community.
Serve food in a clean, cheerful environment to help build connections and a sense of community.
Develop household customs and rituals by facilitating household-related activities.
This position is designated as part-time and primarily evening shift. The work schedule will include at least 24 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. This position is not initially eligible for health and dental insurance benefits.
Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Ability to serve food in accordance with all pertinent safety and health regulations, guidelines and standards.
Interpersonal skills sufficient to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and engage residents in group and one-on-one activities.
Knowledge of the aging process and related conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively, read and follow instructions, and keep simple records.
Additional Requirements
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
