Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is intended to move low-income families from public assistance to self-sufficiency by providing cash assistance along with work readiness, training and job placement services. The Job Opportunities and Basic Skills (JOBS) Program is a companion program that focuses on work-readiness, training and job placement services. The department contracts with Job Service North Dakota to provide these services to JOBS participants. For additional information regarding the TANF/JOBS Programs, visit our  Frequently Asked Questions  (FAQ's) page. In addition, the  publications  page also contains policy manuals, news, and reports. To apply for TANF, complete the  Application for Assistance  and/or contact your local  County Social Service Office . To find out if you may be eligible for other state and federal programs, visit  GovBenefits  and complete the online survey. This is only a screening tool, and not all North Dakota programs are included in the  GovBenefits  tool. To determine if you are eligible for financial assistance programs in North Dakota, you must complete the application process. Office Hours :  8:00 a.m. - noon and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. MST, M-F