Welcome to CareerForce in Chaska

• We help people find jobs and employers find workers. You can visit with or without an appointment, in person or online. Find other locations at Career Force Locations.

Our Hours and Address:

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm  

Address: 602 East Fourth St. Chaska MN 55318 

 How We Can Help You

• Use computers for job search or work tasks.
• Get job search tips.
• View Southwest Metro job openings.
• Print, copy, scan, or fax for job needs.
• Ask staff questions.
• Housing Resources help people who are homeless, low income, or at risk of losing housing.

Other Support Services

• Resources for job seekers
• Employer Services
• Public Health Vaccine Services
• Applying for Unemployment Insurance - Language Assistance 
• Carver County Resources
• Carver County Family Resource Guide
• Food Resources Carver County
• DEED - Health Care Insurance Options

Contact Us

Phone: (952) 361-1711

Email: workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

CareerForce in Chaska is part of the Hennepin-Carver Workforce Board and helps people in local suburbs.

Visit our website to learn more about the Board and its services. Hennepin-Carver Workforce Development

Trades 360 Program Initiative:

Carver County and its commissioners support the Trades 360 Initiative. This hands-on program connects students from local schools with Three Rivers Park District, county resources, and private businesses. Over the course of 16 weeks, students explore 16 skilled trades.

The program gives students practical training in different trades. It helps them build skills they can use now and in the future.

As part of the program, students will work together to build a small home. Materials and resources are provided through generous donations.

If you’re interested in contributing—financially, through donated goods, or by offering services—please contact Kate Probert at kprobert@carvercountymn.gov.

Your support and contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and helps build a stronger Carver County community.

Thank you!

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Holiday Closures

CareerForce in Chaska will be closed on the following days:

Career Development Workshops at CareerForce in Chaska

We offer two in-person workshops to help you reach your career goals:

Location: CareerForce in Chaska: 602 East Fourth St. Chaska MN 55318.

Pre-registration is required. Please speak with a CareerForce representative for registration details.

Interviewing Skills Workshop

Learn how to prepare for interviews, show your strengths, and improve your skills. 

Dates:

• Friday, April 3: 9:00am-11:00am

• Thursday, May 7: 1:00pm-3:00pm
• Tuesday, June 2: 9:00am-11:00am
• Thursday, July 2: 9:00am-11:00am
• Tuesday, August 11: 1:00pm-3:00pm

Beginner Resume Workshop – Write Your Way to Success

Learn resume basics: formatting tips, do's and don'ts, power words, and how to show your skills. You will also have time to create your own resume.

 Dates:

• Tuesday April 28: 9:00am-11:00am

• Wednesday May 13: 1:00pm-3:00pm

• Thursday June 11: 1:00pm-3:00pm
• Wednesday July 15: 9:00am-11:00am
• Tuesday August 25: 9:00am-11:00am

Additional Resume Tools:

•  7 truly free Resume builders with no hidden costs or paywalls

Contact Us

 Phone: (952) 361-1711

 Email: workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov.

Hello Job Seekers

We are proud to support our community’s growth, careers, and connections. Check back soon for hiring events in Chaska.

Phone: (952) 361-1711

 Email: workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

Library Drop-In Hours

 Need job help? Visit library drop-in hours to see an Employment Counselor.

•  Chaska Library: 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm

3 City Hall Plaza, Chaska, MN 55318

(952) 448-3886

• Waconia Library: 4th Tuesday of the month from 2:00pm-5:00pm

217 S Vine St. Waconia MN, 55387

952) 303-0405

Contact Us

For more information on these events follow carverlib.org

Phone: (952) 361-1711

Email: workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

• This program helps people who lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
• The Dislocated Worker Program We offer free, personalized help to find a job and lower job-loss stress. You may qualify if unemployed and have Unemployment Insurance.

Minnesota Family Investment Program

Minnesota Family Investment Program Helps families with children meet basic needs while working toward financial stability.

• The program provides cash and food help.
• Participants make a personal Employment Plan with an Employment Counselor.

• Most families can get benefits for up to 60 months.
• Participants are expected to take part in work-related activities.

•  When families first apply for cash assistance, they usually start in the Diversionary Work Program. This is a four-month program helping parents find work fast instead of joining the Minnesota Family Investment Program.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

•  Offers food help for people ages 18–50 who already get SNAP benefits.

For any questions or more information on SNAP Nutrition Assistance Program call (952) 361-1600. 

If you have SNAP but no MFIP or DWP cash assistance, you may get employment and training help with:

• Career Coaching
• Job Readiness Assistance
• Resume, Interviewing, and Career Planning Workshops
• Education and Training
• Career Fairs and Hiring Events

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act 

• This program helps low-income adults with employment and training. Priority goes to certain groups, and eligibility is required first.

Contact Us

Phone: (952) 361-1711

Email: workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

Complete the application with all required information and verification. Additional documents may be requested if necessary.

Apply using the Young Adult Program Application. Recruitment continues year-round.

• Defined:

  (The Young Adult Program is for individuals aged 16-24 who are not currently enrolled in school—either graduated, earned a GED, or dropped out and have not attended in the most recent academic quarter. Applicants must live in Carver County and meet other eligibility criteria.)

In-School-Youth Program

• Applications are now open. To apply fill out the Youth Program Application. 
• Important: A school counselor or work coordinator must complete the last two pages (Youth Eligibility Verification).

You can submit these pages by:

• Give printed forms to your counselor with attention to Gary Jones or Josie Morrison.
• Email completed forms to Gary Jones at gjones@carvercountymn.gov or Josie Morrison at jmorrison@carvercountymn.gov

For more information call (952) 361-1711, or email workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

Forms 

Job seekers are asked to complete the Screening Form and the HHS Communication Form below. This will help staff better assist with job searches, employment program, and training opportunities.

If you do not complete the forms online, you can drop them off in person, or email them to workforcecenter@carvercountymn.gov

Below is a list of common forms that you may need.

1. Carver Privacy Rights

2. Consent to Share

3. Use of Data

4. HHS Communication

5. Screening Form

6. Assessment

7. DLW Status

8. Equal Opportunity

9. Student Release

10. Personal Data Sheet

11. Training Proposal Short Term

12. Training Proposal Long Term

13. Budgeting Worksheet

14. Informed Consent

15. Employment & Assessment

16. MFIP Medical Opinion Form

17. MFIP Overview

18. DWP Overview

19. Rights and Responsibilities

20. Education Log

21. Weekly Activity Report

22. FSS Activity Log

23. Job Search Log