Office Specialist

Open
Dates
March 23rd, 2026 - May 8th, 2026
Cost
FREE
Time Commitment
7 weeks, Monday-Friday, 4 hours/day
Format
Hybrid
Starting Pay Range
$22 Following the Program
Meets
Classes at PPL Career Center and MS Teams
Start your administrative career through PPL’s 7-week Office Specialist Pathway! Polish your résumé, interviewing, and clerical skills in a small classroom setting, while engaging in trainings and networking opportunities to prepare for Office Specialist and Administrative Assistant roles.
Woman on phone in office

What jobs will I be prepared for?

You will be prepared for a mid- to upper-level administrative position with employers offering competitive pay and benefits, a variety of work settings, and numerous internal career paths. Recent graduates have accepted positions in various organizations' medical examiner's office, behavior health clinic, human resources department, corrections department, information technology (IT), and more.

What skills and certifications will I obtain?

This program includes training in MS Office skills, the StrengthsFinder personal assessment, financial coaching, customer service, empowerment and workplace influence, business writing, and more. You will also receive support and feedback on resume and interviewing skills from employer partner hiring specialists.

What other opportunities are included?

This program includes a tour of Hennepin and Ramsey county sites, meeting with county leadership, and small-group coffee conversations with individual Hennepin and Ramsey County supervisors. This program is ideal for jobseekers seriously interested in applying their existing skills to an administrative career.

Qualifications for Participation

  • Resident of the City of Minneapolis
  • 18 months clerical experience
  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Legal to work in the U.S.
  • Meet income based requirements
  • Basic skills in Microsoft, Word and Excel
  • Proficient math and reading skills

Employer Partners