Otter Tail County, Minnesota

09/04/2026

Now Hiring: Social Services Supervisor, Behavioral Health Unit
Apply: ottertailcounty.gov/jobs

In this role, you will:
• Supervise programs including Children and Adult Mental Health Case Management, Chemical Health, Jail Community Re-entry, Adult Intake Services, and Adult Protection
• Plan, assign, and evaluate the work of team members and provide training and guidance
• Develop programs, policies, and procedures for the unit
• Build budgets, monitor financial transactions, and negotiate provider contracts
• Play a key role in the regional Adult Mental Health Initiative and county emergency preparedness efforts
We're looking for a strong leader who can guide a team, develop programs, and drive results. If that's you, join our team!
Apply: ottertailcounty.gov/jobs

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

Take the lead on our Child Support team — training and mentoring staff, drafting legal recommendations for the County Attorney's Office and district court, and managing your own specialized caseload. If you thrive on collaboration and want your work to make a real difference for families in our community, this could be the role for you.
Live your best life here. Apply today: ottertailcounty.gov/jobs

09/03/2026

You'll enter data, track payment plans, help locate absent parents, and work with courts, attorneys, agencies, and families to keep cases moving. It's detail-oriented work that makes a real difference for kids and families. Apply: ottertailcounty.gov/jobs

P.S. You would have today as a paid day off!

09/03/2026

🏆 SMART911 SHOWDOWN: Week 1
It's ON, Otter Tail County! Six communities are stepping into the ring to see who can sign up the most households for Smart911 — and only one will come out on top to advance toward the Championship.
THIS WEEK'S CONTENDERS (Sept. 3–9):
📍 56533 – Elizabeth
📍 56534 – Erhard, MN
📍 56576 – Richville, Minnesota (MN)(last year's CHAMP)
📍 56524 – City Of Clitherall
📍 56588 – Vining
📍 56588 – Urbank

HOW TO WIN:
The zip code with the highest percentage of households signed up for Smart911 by the end of the week wins the round and moves on to the Championship!
Every sign-up counts, so get your neighbors, family, soccer team, and book club in on it. Bragging rights (and safer, more prepared neighborhoods) are on the line! 💪
👉 Sign up here: ottertailcounty.gov/smart911
Which town's got what it takes? Tag your town below and let's find out! 🚨

09/03/2026

Otter Tail County will be doing repairs to Bridge 56519 located on County Highway 1 between Otter Tail Lake and Walker Lake. To conduct these repairs, we will need to close the bridge starting on Tuesday, September 8 (weather-dependent). Bridge repairs are anticipated to take 2 days. Drivers should follow the detour signage. Thank you for your patience, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

09/02/2026

Move over, kindergarteners, Connor and Christian have their very own "first day of school" signs this year!

As our Juvenile Agents, these two spend the school year out supporting students — and clearly still know how to have fun doing it. Here's to a great 2026–2027 school year!

09/02/2026

We're seeking a part-time Housekeeper to keep county buildings clean and welcoming. It's a great fit if you want steady part-time hours plus a great team and supportive supervisors to work alongside. Apply by 9/9/26 at ottertailcounty.gov/jobs

09/02/2026

Purple Heart recipients in Otter Tail County — you’re invited.

Military Order of the Purple Heart, Perham Chapter 745, welcomes local Purple Heart recipients to join them TOMORROW for a meal and a chance to connect with fellow veterans.

📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ 5:30 p.m.
📍 Perham Pizza Ranch

09/02/2026

Stash responsibly. Keep cannabis products in their original packaging with labels and place them in a child-resistant or locked container. Store it out of reach and out of sight. Free lock boxes are available. Reach out to your local Public Health office for more information.

Learn more at www.SpeakingOfCannabis.org.