Careers

Open Positions

Thanks for visiting our site and for your interest in working with an organization that brings head and heart together to serve Central Minnesota. There are no current positions open. While you’re here, take a look at our programs and offerings and see how you can help to build a thriving economy, vibrant communities and a lasting culture of generosity in Central Minnesota.

Staff Satisfaction

The Foundation maintains a staff Net Promoter Score of 87. Net Promoter Scores range from -100 to +100. Scores above 70 show exceptionally high satisfaction.

92%

Say their work gives them a sense of personal satisfaction

96%

Say they trust their colleagues

100%

Say the Foundation is a welcoming environment

Organizational Culture

Want to come to work everday feeling good? Looking for a career that complements your life’s purpose?

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.

View Our Mission, Vision and Values

Commitment to Staff Wellbeing

The Initiative Foundation’s Wellbeing Team exists to enhance the personal and professional wellness for staff members, their families and the wider region. The 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.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Health Benefits

The Initiative Foundation pays 100 percent of eligible employee’s health and dental premiums and 70 percent of the employee’s eligible dependents’ coverage.

401(k)

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.

Professional Development

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 region.