Opportunity Services

Located in Minneapolis, HIRED is an independent, nonprofit, work force development organization that provides personalized work solutions. Founded in 1968, it offers personalized employment assistance to unemployed and underemployed individuals. The organization enrolls more than 8,000 people annually in over 70 programs designed to provide direct job and skills development assistance to low-income adults, dislocated workers, immigrants and the youth. Its programs are produced in partnership with the state agencies, human service organizations, schools, churches and other nonprofit organizations and deliver various employment services. The organization receives funding from various government agencies, foundations, businesses and individuals and provides its programs and services at no cost to eligible participants. It has work force centers at various locations in Minnesota, including Bloomington, Burnsville, Woodbury, St. Paul, Brooklyn Park and Hopkins.

The Employment Action Center, also known as EAC, empowers and prepares individuals to achieve their employment potential. Established in 1979, it is a division of RESOURCE. The Employment Action Center s employment services include career counseling, job skills development, training, support and Internet resources. It conducts various parenting workshops, parent-child enrichment activities and offers family case management solutions. The company s business services include free internet job posting and employee retention and outplacement solutions. It serves more than 10,000 adults, youths and families annually. The company conducts dislocated worker, women's, and youth and young parent programs. The Employment Action Center maintains a presence in Minneapolis.