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Our 23 programs provide supportive housing, intensive case management services, and skills development to youth at risk of or experiencing homelessness, sex trafficking and/or involvement in the juvenile justice system. The Link prides itself on its innovative, youth-centered, strengths-based programming for youth and families as well as programs that are co-designed, implemented and overseen by youth.\nPosition Specifics\nHiring Salary Range: $72,128 to 80,900/hour based on qualifications \nJob Type: Full-Time, Exempt\nLocation: Apple Valley, MN\nHours/Days: Mon-Fri, 9:00-5:00\nNote: This position requires driving. To be able to drive on behalf of The Link, candidates must have a valid driver's license, have a safe and reliable vehicle, be able to successfully clear a criminal and motor vehicle background check, and maintain personal insurance at the levels of $100,000 Bodily Injury/Per Person and $300,000 Bodily Injury/Per Accident. Job offer is contingent on having these requirements. \nBASIC FUNCTION\nThis position is responsible for the overall staff and program management of The Link’s C.O.R.E. Drop-In Center in Apple Valley and hotel shelter program across Dakota County. The Program Manager ensures efficient operation of programming that is consistent with The Link’s mission, goals, and objectives and funding compliance.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nOversee and manage the staffing and program requirements of The Link’s C.O.R.E. 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The Link believes strongly in pay equity and transparency, and wages that lead our field for similar roles. To that end, The Link will ensure all new hires are offered the highest wage they are eligible to receive within the position's hiring range based on their years of relevant professional experience, lived experience, and relevant degrees and licensures. The Link has a “no negotiation policy,” which means candidates should not have to negotiate their way to a fair wage for their skills and experience and will automatically be given the highest wage they are eligible for based on their qualifications.\nOTHER\nThe Link is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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