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Mission-driven

Make a Difference Every Day

The mission of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) is to promote and deliver quality, well-managed homes to a diverse low-income population and, with partners, contribute to the well-being of the individuals, families, and community we serve. Joining MPHA means becoming part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a direct impact on enhancing the quality of life for many, making it a fulfilling and rewarding career choice.

MPHA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fulfilling the agency’s mission and positioning itself as an employer of choice. As part of that, the MPHA team is welcomes and encourages applicants of all identities and backgrounds. The MPHA team is committed to creating an inclusive environment where talent thrives and will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the application and interview process. If you require assistance, please reach out to recruitment@mplspha.org.

Well-being Focused

Explore MPHA’s Benefits

MPHA offers a wide variety of benefits to eligible full-time employees, and some of its part-time employees, to help its staff stay in good health, advance in their careers, and plan for the future.

  • Medical plans are insured by HealthPartners and offer a wide range of covered services, including physician and hospital services and prescription drugs. MPHA offers seven medical plan options allowing employees to choose the best plan for their needs.
  • Employees and their dependents receive comprehensive dental coverage through HealthPartners for all dental services and covers preventative care at 100% in-network, with no deductible. MPHA pays the full cost.
  • HRA/VEBA is designed to help cover out-of-pocket costs for health care expenses not covered by insurance. MPHA contributes to employees’ HRA/VEBA accounts.

MPHA’s retirement plan through Principal is a 401(a) defined contribution plan. After a six-month introductory period, employees are enrolled, contributing 5% of their salary while MPHA contributes 7.5% of the employee’s salary.

  • Full-time employees start accruing 12 days of paid vacation per year, with accruals increasing with years of service. Additionally, MPHA provides credit towards vacation accruals for prior full-time public sector and military service.
  • Employees earn up to 12 days per year of sick and safe leave, depending on their bargaining unit.
  • Regular employees receive 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a prepaid wellbeing benefit available for you and your eligible dependents. All services are confidential, HIPAA compliant, and easily accessible. Services include short-term, solution-focused counseling, coaching services for wellbeing, online resources, articles, assessments, self-help videos.

  • Employees automatically receive basic group term life insurance equal to one and a half times their annual salary, with a maximum of $275,000. MPHA pays the full cost of this benefit.
  • This plan helps to replace income for employees who are unable to work as a result of illness or injury.

  • The Minnesota Deferred Compensation Plan (MNDCP) is a voluntary savings plan intended for long-term investing for retirement. Authorized under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code, the MNDCP is a smart and easy way to supplement retirement income.
  • Vision Insurance through EyeMed covers frames, lenses, and contacts. Employees can purchase coverage for themselves, spouse, and dependent children.
  • Flexible Spending Health and Dependent Care Accounts allows eligible employees to save money, pre-tax, to pay for eligible health care and/or dependent care expenses.
  • Critical Illness Insurance can help protect your finances from the expense of a serious health condition. Employees can purchase coverage for themselves and their spouse.
  • Accident Insurance helps pay for injury treatment from accidents. Employees can purchase coverage for themselves, spouse, and dependent children.
  • The Metropass program allows employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.