[Blindtlk] bana website

Wed Nov 27 17:38:59 UTC 2013

Hi-
	I tried to get additional information from the BANA website about
the upcoming braille changes but was unsuccessful.  The links either to
contact BANA or about the current changes went no where.  Has anyone else
been more successful?

Diane
Diane

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Today's Topics:

   1. Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
      Director, St. Paul, MN (David Andrews)
   2. Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of
      UEB (David Andrews)

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Message: 1
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 10:49:08 -0600
From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Blindtlk] Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting
	request Director, St. Paul, MN
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I will reiterate, see below, we are looking for somebody good, and this
person would be my boss.

Job description below as well as in attached fie.

David Andrews

>Hi,
>
>This job is the director of Minnesota State Services for the Blind.  
>They would like to hire a blind person.  We hope it will be an NFB 
>member with a good philosophy and a real desire to serve blind people.  
>SSB is undergoing a renaissance, and has hired some wonderful new staff 
>members.  The job has lots of security, and it pays well.
>
>Dick Davis, Chair
>
>NFB Employment Committee
>
>
>
>*From:* DeNotaris, David [mailto:ddenotaris at pa.gov]
>*Sent:* Tuesday, November 26, 2013 6:55 AM
>*To:* Dick Davis (ddavis at blindinc.org); Rovig, Lorraine 
>(LRovig at nfb.org)
>*Subject:* FW: Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting 
>request
>
>
>
>
>
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>
>*David J. De Notaris* | Director
>Bureau of Blindness & Visual Services
>Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
>1521 N. 6th Street | Harrisburg, PA 17102
>717.787.6176 (P) | 717.772.1629 (F)
>ddenotaris at pa.gov
>
>*Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals 
>with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program*
>
>*The information contained in this email message may be privileged, 
>confidential, and protected from disclosure. If you are not the 
>intended recipient, any dissemination, distribution, or copying is 
>strictly prohibited. If you have received this email message in error, 
>please reply to the sender.*
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>*From:* Shalda, Samantha (DEED)
>[mailto:Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us<Samantha.Shalda at state.mn.us>]
>
>*Sent:* Monday, November 25, 2013 5:02 PM
>*To:* DeNotaris, David
>*Subject:* Minnesota State Services for the Blind job posting request
>
>
>
>Good afternoon David,
>
>
>
>Richard Strong, the current Director of Minnesota's State Services for 
>the Blind, recommended I reach out to you to inquire as to whether you 
>may be able to post our job opening on the NCSAB site. I attached a 
>word document of the posting, which can also be found at the following
link.
>
>
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>https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting
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>It is Job Posting 13DEED000159
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>Please let me know if you require other information in order to post.
>
>
>
>Thank you,
>
>Samantha
>
>
>
>
>
>*Samantha Shalda | Executive Assistant | Commissioner's Office*
>
>Department of Employment and Economic Development
>
>1st National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200 St. Paul 
>MN
>55101
>
>Direct:  651-259-7115
>
>mn.gov/deed
>
>Content-Type: 
>application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document;
>         name="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="MNSSBJobPosting.docx"
>X-Attachment-Id: 47b858dd38b9e5a0_0.1

Employment Opportunity with the State of Minnesota

Date Posted: 11/25/13

Closing Date: 12/30/13

Job Classification: State Prog. Admin Manager Sr.

Working Title: Director of State Services for the Blind

Hiring Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

Location: St Paul

Salary Range: $32.42-$46.56 hourly, $67,693-$97,217 annually

Who may apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Work Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Yes

Days of Work: Monday-Friday

Employment Condition: Limited, Full-time

Classified Status: Classified

What's Great About This Job: Minnesota State Services for the Blind
(SSB) has been serving blind,visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans
since 1923. It does so with a staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650
skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and
a host of community partners. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading
full, active and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a
great state.

Job Description: This position will serve as the Director of State Services
for the Blind. The Director reports to the Deputy Commissioner of Workforce
Development and serves as a member of the agency's senior leadership team.

The mission of the Department of Employment and Economic Development is to
enhance the economic success of individuals, businesses, and communities by
improving opportunities for prosperity and independence.

The mission of SSB is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and
personal independence by Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired, or
DeafBlind. SSB plays a critical role in ensuring Minnesota provides for
workforce needs throughout the state by removing barriers to employment, as
well as personal independence and providing the printed word in accessible
formats for persons with print disabilities. The Director is responsible for
developing and managing a variety of programs to achieve these goals

Major Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and plan the operations and programmatic work of State Services
for the Blind 2. Represent SSB and the Department of Employment and Economic
Development in matters related to services for the blind.

3. Manage the SSB budget of approximately $16 million in annual
appropriations and grants from federal, state, and private sources. 
Ensure that all resources are utilized effectively and in accord with
federal and state regulations.

4. Lead efforts to develop, research, and implement structures, systems, and
new technologies to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness of
program delivery.

5. Develop strong strategic partnerships with external partners including
other state agencies, public officials, businesses, community partners, and
consumer organizations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of recent experience (in the last 10 years) as a manager or
administrator responsible for a program providing rehabilitation services or
employment and training or advocacy services for persons with disabilities.
AND a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in psychology, rehabilitation,
sociology, business administration, special education or closely related
field.

IN ADDITION, if you meet the above requirement, please ensure that your
resume describes your qualifications in the areas below. Failure to provide
sufficient detail may result in your resume not being considered.
1)      Knowledge of rehabilitation programs and services including 
vocational rehabilitation, independent living rehabilitation, special
education, and the Workforce Center system. Specific knowledge of State and
Federal laws and regulations governing the provision of rehabilitation
services to persons who are blind and visually impaired.
2)      Knowledge of and experience with budget development and 
management, strategic planning, grant management, and performance
measurement.
3)      Commitment to team building, communicating, and contributing 
to the promotion of a healthy work environment.
4)       Demonstrated management experience including that of quality 
assurance, program evaluation, planning and developing policies and
procedures.

5)      Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and 
collaborations with diverse constituencies including partner local, state
and federal agencies, businesses, non-profits, public officials, and other
broad-based stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:  Experience working with persons who are blind or
visually impaired in the rehabilitation process.

Selection Process: The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching
process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against
the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required
skills for this position, the department may contact you.

Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may
include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes
contact with the applicant's former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have
access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial
transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a Criminal
History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A
criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for
employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or
leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.

How to Apply: Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based
screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background
best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. 
To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this
job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection
process, go to <http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.

Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation should
contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Office of
Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary arrangements
can be made. To request an accommodation, email DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or
call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay 1-800-627-3529).

Contact for More Information: Sue Zeches, 651/259/7107 /
<mailto:sue.zeches at state.mn.us>sue.zeches at state.mn.us
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Message: 2
Date: Tue, 26 Nov 2013 21:11:01 -0600
From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
To: david.andrews at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Blindtlk] Fwd: [BANA-Announce] BANA Affirms Date for
	Implementation of UEB
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>
>Press Release
>
>November 2013
>
>For Immediate Release
>
>CONTACT: Frances Mary D?Andrea, Chair
>
>Braille Authority of North America
>
>Phone: 412-521-5797
>
>Email: <mailto:literacy2 at mindspring.com>literacy2 at mindspring.com
>
>BANA Affirms Date for Implementation of UEB
>
>The Braille Authority of North America (BANA), at its November 8?10 
>meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, affirmed January 4, 2016, as the date 
>by which the United States will implement the general use of Unified 
>English Braille (UEB).
>This action was based on a year of dialogue and planning that included 
>the UEB Transition Forum, held on October 16. The forum, which involved 
>48 delegates representing 31 organizations from the braille community, 
>was structured to help organizations craft the steps and timetable 
>through which the United States will make an effective transition to 
>Unified English Braille.
>
>The decision to adopt UEB in the United States was made by a decisive 
>vote of the BANA Board on November 2, 2012. The full motion is posted 
>on the BANA website at 
><http://www.brailleauthority.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html>http://www.brailleautho
rity.org/ueb/UEBpassed.html.
>
>
>BANA recognizes that the implementation of UEB will require major 
>adjustments to the infrastructures that produce, deliver, and teach 
>braille, as well as time and strategies for braille users to become 
>familiar with changes in the code. BANA continues to work with leaders 
>throughout the field to build a carefully designed timeline and 
>coordinated plan. Detailed timelines are under development by 
>individual organizations, and transition efforts are now being 
>initiated. BANA stands ready to collaborate with the braille community 
>as it builds and adapts the infrastructure necessary for a smooth 
>transition to UEB.
>
>NOTE: This press release is available in HTML on the BANA website at 
><http://www.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html>http://ww
w.brailleauthority.org/pressreleases/pr-2013-11-26.html.
>
>
>
>For additional resource information, visit 
><http://www.brailleauthority.org>www.brailleauthority.org.
>
>The Board of BANA consists of appointed 
>representatives from seventeen member 
>organizations of braille producers, transcribers, teachers, and consumers.
>
>The mission of the Braille Authority of North 
>America is to assure literacy for tactile 
>readers through the standardization of braille and/or tactile graphics.
>
>
>
>The purpose of BANA is to promote and to 
>facilitate the uses, teaching, and production of 
>braille. Pursuant to this purpose, BANA will 
>promulgate rules, make interpretations, and 
>render opinions pertaining to braille codes and 
>guidelines for the provisions of literary and 
>technical materials and related forms and 
>formats of embossed materials now in existence 
>or to be developed in the future for the use of 
>blind persons in North America. When 
>appropriate, BANA shall accomplish these 
>activities in international collaboration with 
>countries using English braille. In exercising 
>its function and authority, BANA shall consider 
>the effects of its decisions on other existing 
>braille codes and guidelines, forms and formats; 
>ease of production by various methods; and acceptability to readers.
>
>
>
>
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