Jobs in Cottage Grove, MN

Farm Bureau Financial Services is seeking driven sales professionals with prior sales or insurance-related experience who are ready to grow a long-term career in insurance.

If you are competitive, motivated, and passionate about helping others protect their families and assets, this position provides competitive earning capacity and ongoing professional development.

What We Provide

• Comprehensive training program
• Licensing support 
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership guidance
• Marketing tools and sales resources
• Flexible work structure
• Competitive commission structure with performance incentives

$100,000+ at plan commission

• Meet with prospective and current customers
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate insurance solutions
• Manage policy renewals and customer follow-ups
• Assist customers throughout the claims process
• Maintain detailed customer records
• Conduct marketing and prospecting efforts (social media, referrals, community engagement, phone outreach)
• Participate in training and licensing (if not currently licensed)
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships

• 2+ years of sales, customer service, or insurance-related experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Goal-oriented and self-motivated
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Willingness to obtain required insurance licenses (if not currently licensed)
• Agriculture experience is a plus

Farm Bureau Financial Services offers a broad range of life insurance, annuity, and investment products distributed by multiline exclusive Farm Bureau agents. Helping complete the financial services offering, advisors offer wealth management and financial planning services.

Compensation details: 1 Yearly Salary

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If you're ready to explore the rewards and challenges of serving in today's highly-skilled U.S.

Customs and Border Protection, don't miss the live, three-day CBP Career Expo this March 24 – 26 in San Antonio, TX.

Our expansive, in-person hiring event is free and open to all, with registration required in advance.

Event hours will be: March 24 – 25, 2026, 9 AM – 8 PM CT March 26, 2026, 9 AM – 2 PM CT Recruiters will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions and provide valuable input, including resume tips.

Plus, to help accelerate your application process, CBP is also offering onsite application submission.

See what it takes to serve as part of the vital CBP mission, providing security for our nation's borders from those who threaten legitimate trade and travel, safety from harmful substances like fentanyl, and humanitarian aid to those in need.

We will be recruiting for mission-critical roles in both law enforcement and mission operations support.

Federal hiring regulations apply to all mission-critical positions.

At a minimum, U.S.

Citizenship is required.

Federal civil service is a great place to start building a career in law enforcement and learn about the qualifications you'll need to get your career started.

In addition: Border Patrol Agents that are Newly appointed can earn UP TO $60,000 IN INCENTIVES.

Conditions apply.

CBP Officers have UP TO $60,000 IN INCENTIVES available, paid $15,000 per year.

Location based.

Air Interdiction Agents and Marine Interdiction Agents can receive $10,000 incentive upon successful completion of academy.

Specific location and schedule details will be provided to all registered attendees in advance.

Register Today!

If you're ready to explore the rewards and challenges of serving in today's highly-skilled U.S.

Customs and Border Protection, don't miss the live, three-day CBP Career Expo this March 24 – 26 in San Antonio, TX.

Our expansive, in-person hiring event is free and open to all, with registration required in advance.

Event hours will be: March 24 – 25, 2026, 9 AM – 8 PM CT March 26, 2026, 9 AM – 2 PM CT Recruiters will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions and provide valuable input, including resume tips.

Plus, to help accelerate your application process, CBP is also offering onsite application submission.

See what it takes to serve as part of the vital CBP mission, providing security for our nation's borders from those who threaten legitimate trade and travel, safety from harmful substances like fentanyl, and humanitarian aid to those in need.

We will be recruiting for mission-critical roles in both law enforcement and mission operations support.

Federal hiring regulations apply to all mission-critical positions.

At a minimum, U.S.

Citizenship is required.

Federal civil service is a great place to start building a career in law enforcement and learn about the qualifications you'll need to get your career started.

In addition: Border Patrol Agents that are Newly appointed can earn UP TO $60,000 IN INCENTIVES.

Conditions apply.

CBP Officers have UP TO $60,000 IN INCENTIVES available, paid $15,000 per year.

Location based.

Air Interdiction Agents and Marine Interdiction Agents can receive $10,000 incentive upon successful completion of academy.

Specific location and schedule details will be provided to all registered attendees in advance.

Register Today!

Logistics Coordintaor/Ocean Import Agent

Global Transportation firm has immediate, fulltime on-site opening in the Inver Grove Heights area for an Ocean Import Agent on the team!

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm schedule

Compensation: $50,000 yearly

Generous Employee Benefits Package including:Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with a company match

Flexible Spending Accounts, HSA, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability

Generous Vacation and Sick time.

Ideal Candidate:

Experience in Freight/Transportation/Trucking industry

Strong technical skills, Excel, SAP, AS400 a plus

Knowledge of AES filings, tracking and tracing shipments in a fast paced environment

Excellent communication skills

Bachelors degree a plus, HS/GED required

Some Duties:

• Preparation of import shipments and distribution of Import Documents
• General business support function as assigned
• Prepare import shipments for assigned customers. This may include customs clearance, shipping, labeling, and distribution of cargo. Generate delivery orders and shipping labels as needed.
• Prepare import documents for distribution to brokerage department and/or Customers' Broker
• Coordinate pickup and delivery orders with trucking companies, airlines, steamship line and/or bonded facilities to obtain necessary information in order to process shipments in the best way.
• Issue freight bills and invoices to brokers and responsible for collecting unpaid invoices within credit term.

We are looking for remote participants to review financial advice related to budgeting, saving money, and improving spending habits.

In this role you will explore different strategies people use to manage their finances and identify which ideas are the most helpful in real life.

Tasks include reviewing simple financial tips, evaluating money-saving strategies, and providing feedback on budgeting approaches.

The role is remote and open to anyone with an interest in personal finance or household budgeting.

We are looking for people who are interested in personal finance and budgeting. In this role you will review practical money-saving strategies and provide feedback on budgeting ideas for everyday households.

You will look at different financial habits, common spending patterns, and simple ways people manage money when budgets are tight. The work is simple and can be done online.

Responsibilities include reviewing budgeting advice, identifying useful money-saving ideas, and sharing your opinion on which strategies are most helpful.

No professional experience is required, but an interest in personal finance, saving money, or budgeting is helpful.

This is a remote opportunity and can be completed from home.

We are seeking individuals to review and provide feedback on everyday money-management tips. This role focuses on common financial challenges such as managing expenses, reducing spending, and making smarter financial choices.

You will review examples of budgeting methods and evaluate practical ideas people use to stretch their income. The goal is to understand which approaches work best for real households.

The work is flexible and fully online. Applicants should have an interest in budgeting, saving money, or improving financial habits.

No formal finance background is required.

We are hiring remote contributors to review consumer finance content focused on budgeting and money-saving strategies.

Your role will involve reading short financial guidance pieces and providing feedback on their usefulness for people managing tight budgets. You may also identify which tips are the most practical for everyday situations.

This position is ideal for people interested in personal finance, budgeting, or improving financial literacy.

The work is flexible and completed online.

PetSmart does Anything for Pets – JOIN OUR TEAM!

Retail Sales Associate Full Time

About Life at PetSmart

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. 

Benefits that benefit you

• Paid Weekly
• Health & Wellness Benefits*
• 401k Plan with company match
• Paid Time off for full-time associates
• Associate discounts 
• Tuition Assistance 
• Career pathing 
• Development opportunities 

Job Summary

PetSmart’s Pet Associate (Retail Sales Associate) is responsible for engaging with pet parents and their pets while providing positive experiences and upholding the company’s vision, mission, values, and strategy. This role also shares responsibility of store cleanliness and maintenance, and pet safety standards as well as the direct care of pets within our store. 

Essential Responsibilities 

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following and may vary depending on store characteristics and needs: 

• Responsible for the pet parent experience and outcomes conducted in person, over the phone, at the sales register and online.  
• Greets pet parents and answers their questions throughout the store.  
• Prepares online orders for pick-up in store and ensures a smooth, positive, pick-up experience.  
• Responsible for the pet healthcare of store owned pets, which includes feeding, watering and cleaning all pet habitats (bird, reptile, small animal, cricket, and fish aquariums).   
• Maintains total store cleanliness standards. 
• Supports the store with weekly price changes and monthly promotional pricing. 
• Stages and sorts new product to match sales floor planners. 
• Faces, fills, and recovers products to meet sales floor standards. 
• Recommends, informs, and sells merchandise, services and live pets. 
• Administers store owned pet medications as directed by veterinarian 
• Promotes special events such as adoption weekends, Treats enrollment, charity events, etc.   
• Ensures a safe environment for our associates, pets, and pet parents. 
• Responsible for taking immediate action when a sick/injured pet is identified in the store; transport to the vet as needed. 
• Assists and works in various areas throughout the store (including services) as required. Other duties may be assigned. 
• Participates in our culture of Belonging and Recognition.   
• Follows all Company Policies and Procedures. 

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Flexibility in schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 
• Ability to react under pressure and maintain composure.  

Essential physical demands and work environment

• Associate required to stand, walk, climb a ladder, and use hands to handle, feel, hold, write, etc. The associate frequently is required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally team lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, as well as a wet environment with an abundance of pet hair. The noise level is moderate in the work environment; however, associates may be exposed to high levels of noise at times. Exposure to live animals and their handling is common. 

Do what you love

Join us for a chance to make a meaningful impact every day. Whether it's helping a customer choose their first fish, celebrating a pet's birthday, or seeing the smile on a pet parent’s face after a fresh groom—you'll create moments that matter. At PetSmart, we cherish diversity and the unique perspectives of our 50,000 associates, all united by a passion for pets. 

We’re delighted you’re interested in joining our pack and helping us in our commitment to doing Anything for Pets, and the people who love them. We're excited to hear your story and learn more about you!  Apply Now!

PetSmart is an Equal Opportunity Employer  

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our application process, upon request and as required by law.        

This listing is not an indication that the position is currently open or available. We are continually looking to build a strong network of talented candidates to join our organization and are always accepting applications. Feel free to contact your local PetSmart store to check on which roles they are actively hiring for.

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. You will be provided with a copy of a job description for the actual position you are hired into. Exact rate of pay will be based on relevant experience level, training, skills or knowledge and store location. This position is paid on a per hour basis. In no instance will PetSmart pay less than the local minimum wage. This position is also eligible for benefits as described at must be over the age of 18 (except in Montana or where otherwise required by local or state law)   

For applicants in our Waterloo, San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the Waterloo and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law   

*In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA), part-time associates who average at least 30 hours per week (or 130 hours per month) during a designated measurement period may be eligible for medical benefits.

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