Site Attendant - St Paul - Dakota County CDA

Description

Salary: $15.99 Hourly
Location : Eagan, MN
Job Type: PT Non-Limited Term
Job Number:
Department: Property Management
Opening Date: 01/09/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Job Summary

The Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) is seeking Site Attendant for the following Workforce Family Townhome Developments:

- Riverview Ridge, Eagan
- Biscayne Public Housing, Rosemount
- Pleasant Ridge Public Housing, Hastings

These positions have a starting pay of $15.99 per hour.

Recruitment Type: Positions are open until filled.

This is an on-site position. You must be a current resident at the development or eligible to be a resident of the Workforce Townhome Program.

Responsibilities include maintaining common areas and monitoring the townhome site. Site Attendant will be responsible for monitoring tenant activities and enforcing Dakota County Community Development Agency policies.

Selection Process

• Submit online application.

• Your application is scored based on qualifications.

• Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration

• Interviews are conducted. If applicant is not a current CDA resident, Property Management staff will screen for program eligibility.

• Before hiring, background and reference checks are conducted.
Examples of Duties

1. Perform Grounds Maintenance.

• Maintain grounds; ensure that the site grounds are free of trash and debris.
• Clean and maintain interior of site office and adjoining common areas (e.g. sanitize restroom(s), clean glass and surfaces, dust, sweep, mop and vacuum as necessary).
• Maintain site landscaping; trim and weed as necessary.
• Monitor performance of contracted lawn service by maintaining "Weekly Grounds Log" and report any deficiencies to the Property Manager.
• Ensure that all resident vehicles and property is stored properly.
• Perform weekly physical inspection of the property and report findings to the Property Manager. (e.g., torn screens, broken blinds, damaged siding, etc.)
• Notify the Property Manager of any conditions threatening the health and safety of the resident population. Correct the condition where feasible.

2. Perform Snow Removal and salt/sanding.

• Keep site exterior safe and sanitary by removing ice/snow (i.e. shoveling, salting/sanding, snow blowing, etc.) from common areas (i.e. sidewalks, mailboxes, staff and maintenance offices, etc.) that are less than 1 inch per snow occurrence.
• Clear sidewalks and entryways of drifted snow, per snow occurrence (snow blowers provided).
• Salt and sand all walkways, mailboxes, staff and maintenance offices as needed using magnesium chloride only or sand.
• Notify Property Manager when parking lot is in need of salt/sand treatment.
• Notify Property Manager when salt/sand supply is running low.

3. Perform assigned administrative and resident relations functions.

• Maintain awareness of resident activities to ensure compliance with all CDA policies. Report violations of CDA policies to the Property Manager.
• Intervene, when necessary and appropriate, to interrupt or prevent behaviors which will damage the property or harm other residents. (e.g., vandalism, children playing with matches, etc.)
• Contact Property Management on 24-hour basis to report any resident activities deemed to cause an emergency or life-threatening situation.
• Distribute memos from CDA staff and/or contractors as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

4. Serve as a positive agency representative to residents.

• Maintain good resident relations; act as positive CDA representative to resident and external clientele.
• Support Dakota County CDA management and abide by CDA policies, rules and regulations.
• Handle resident matters respectfully and remain neutral in difficult situations.
• Report any resident rule/policy violations to Property Manager to address.
• Refer residents to the Program Support Assistant to report work order requests.
• Refer residents to the Property Manager to report resident disputes or site needs.
• If available, respond on-call for urgent issues as instructed by management that threaten the health or safety of residents or the property.

5. Communication Requirements.

• Communicate clearly in a positive, respectful manner.
• Demonstrate good judgement and accountability.
• Show an ability and willingness to follow protocol.
• Be approachable, pleasant, and listen well.
• Exhibit understanding of and maintain confidentiality in regards to private data and sensitive information.
• Respond to supervisors in a timely manner.
• Complete timesheets on pay period end dates and turn in to Property Manager.

6. Act as a positive representative of the CDA.

• Promote a positive image of the CDA to residents.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with CDA employees, vendors and contractors working with the CDA.
• Handle situations with residents/vendors in a professional manner.
• Must abide by Resident handbook.
• Must abide by all Board approved policies, policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment, executive communications, administrative procedures, and safety procedures established by the CDA.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum required: Must live on-site.

Ability to perform physical tasks necessary for maintenance of grounds.

Ability to evaluate maintenance problems and take appropriate action.

Ability to handle resident issues and keep Property Manager informed; good verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of CDA policies and procedures.
Supplemental Information

The Dakota County CDA is a leader in affordable housing with a mission to improve the lives of Dakota County residents and enhance the economic vitality of communities through housing and community development. The CDA's housing portfolio consists of single-family homes, duplexes, fourplexes, townhomes and apartment buildings serving individuals, families and senior. For more information about the Dakota County CDA visit:

Dakota County Community Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, local human rights commission activity or any other basis protected by law.

Dakota County Community Development Agency accommodates qualified persons with disabilities in various aspects of employment, including the application process. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at

Applicant Data Practices Advisory
According to Minn. Stat. § 13.04, Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA) must advise you of the following.
Purpose and intended use of the data:

The CDA collects this information for recruitment purposes. Your data will be used to screen and select applicants for employment. In the event you are selected for hire, your data will be used to perform a criminal background check through a trusted third party agency, which may include the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Consultant, CDA and/or officials involved in the hiring process will have access to the data provided. Data may be shared upon court order or provided to the state or legislative auditor, upon request.

Whether you may refuse or are legally required to supply this data:
Application for employment as well as supplying any data in application for employment is voluntary.
Consequences arising from supplying or refusing to supply this data:

We take pride in hiring the best candidates, but we can't do this without a complete application. Filling out the application is voluntary, and the more complete the application, the better your chances of conveying to the CDA you are the best candidate for the job. Except for explicitly optional requested information, refusal to provide a complete application may result in disqualification from consideration for a position.
Position is eligible for the following benefits: Employee Assistance Program and prorated paid holidays. Flex time (ESST).
01

SITE ATTENDANT ACKNOWLEDGMENT: Site Attendant applicants; Are you a current resident or are you eligible for residency (according to CDA guidelines) at the CDA property for which you are applying, AND are you willing to live on site?

• Yes
• No

02

This position requires you to live onsite. To qualify for housing at Dakota County CDA, an applicant must complete and pass a housing application process. What is your current housing status? (Select One)

• Current Dakota County CDA resident at the Property I am applying for
• Current Dakota County CDA resident NOT living at the Property I am applying for
• I am on the Dakota County CDA waiting list/lists
• I have not applied for housing with the Dakota County CDA

03

Please indicate your location preferences for Workforce Family Townhomes/Public Housing Site Attendant position:

• Riverview Ridge Townhomes, Eagan
• Biscayne Public Housing, Rosemount
• Pleasant Ridge Public Housing, Hastings

04

Do you have any cleaning and/or groundskeeping experience?

• 0 years/ No experience experience
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 + years

05

Do you have customer service experience?

• 0 years/ No experience experience
• 1 - 3 years
• 3 - 5 years
• 5 - 10 years
• 10 + years

06

Do you have experience using the following technology? Check all that apply

• Cell Phone (texting)
• Email
• Online timekeeping systems

07

One of the main job functions is snow removal of <1 inch. Are you able to perform this task using a shovel, shovel on wheels or a snow blower with or without an accommodation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question