United States Census 2010

A community snapshot

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We're counting on everyone in 2010...

What happens every 10 years and only takes 10 minutes to complete? The United States Census.

The next census will begin April 1, 2010. It is required by law that all U.S. citizens participate.

Here are just a few reasons why you should take part:

The census shows how many people are living in cities and neighborhoods and dictates future needs for seniors, youth and workers.
Each year, $300 billion in federal and state funds are distributed based on census counts.
Census data is used by community service organizations to plan services and obtain funding.
The census creates a snapshot of our country, including where and how we live.

The City of Bloomington Planning Division will be assisting the Census Bureau to ensure that Bloomington address lists are complete and accurate.

Job opportunities with the Census Bureau

The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking managers for temporary jobs with good pay. If you are a U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, know your community and have some management experience, please call us today at 1-888-340-7525. The U.S. Census Bureau is an equal opportunity employer.

Census needs thousands of people to fill jobs

The U.S. Census Bureau will hire thousands of people throughout the Kansas City Region for the six states of Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas between now and next spring. This strong economic shot in the arm is like having a factory open up in each of the region's states! Up to a total of 35,000 people will be on staff during peak times.

"This is the largest civilian mobilization of workers in the history of the United States," said Dennis Johnson, Regional Director.

These are good paying, temporary jobs that range from $11.50 to $20 per hour plus mileage for the field positions of Recruiting Assistants, Crew Leaders, Crew Leader Assistants and Census Takers. The pay for Census Clerks range from $7.50 to $12.75 per hour depending on location. There may be some opportunities for advancement.

Positions are available in every community. Those hired will work out of Census Offices located in:

Fayetteville-Springdale, AR
Little Rock, AR
Jonesboro, AR
Pine Bluff, AR

Ames, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Des Moines, IA
Sioux City, IA
Waterloo, IA
Dodge City, KS
Wichita, KS

Bemidji, MN
Duluth, MN
Edina, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Rochester, MN
Shakopee, MN
St. Paul, MN

Cape Girardeau, MO
Columbia, MO
Crestwood, MO
Kansas City, MO
Springfield, MO
St. Charles, MO
St. Louis, MO
St. Joseph, MO

Enid, OK
Lawton,OK
Oklahoma City, OK
Tahlequah, OK
Tulsa, OK

The U. S. Census Bureau encourages interested persons to apply for these jobs by calling the Toll Free Jobs Line at 1-866-861-2010.

For more information

For more information about the U. S. Census, go to www.census.gov external link .