[Dtb-talk] Minnesota Audio Services Job

[David B Andrews]

Closing date extended through 5/15/2009
 

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EMPLOY & ECON DEVP SPEC PROG SUPV , Audio Services 
$ 24.23-$ 35.09 hourly, $ 50,592-$ 73,268 annually 
 
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Date Posted:   
 
05/07/2009   
 
Closing Date:   
 
05/11/2009   
 
Working Title:   
 
Audio Services Supervisor   
 
Hiring Agency:   
 
Employment & Econ Development Dept   
 
Location:   
 
St. Paul   
 
Who May Apply:   
 
Open to all qualified job seekers   
 
Posting Number:   
 
09DEED000110   
 
Employment Conditions:   
 
Permanent, Full-time   
 
Work Shift:   
 
Day Shift   
 
Days of Work:   
 
Monday-Friday   
 
Travel Required:   
 
yes   
 
Job Grouping:   
 
Human Resources   
 
Classified Status:   
 
Classified      
 
Job Description:   
 
The purpose of this position is to supervise, monitor and evaluate the
work of the Audio Services Section of the Communication Center at State
Services
for the Blind (SSB). Primary responsibilities include: developing,
implementing and monitoring the program for recording print material in
Digital Accessible
Information System (DAISY) digital format for Center customers;
administering and supervising the National Library Service equipment
distribution program
and the NFB-NEWSLINE and Dial-in News programs; recruiting volunteers
for the Communication Center; supervising the quality control process
for selecting
and developing Communication Center volunteers; supervising the
distribution of Radio Talking Book broadcasts to The Minnesota Braille
and Talking Book
Library; and supervising the shipping and receiving unit of SSB. 
 
The incumbent in this position will need to attend a couple annual
national training sessions, and occasional travel throughout the state
to coordinate
training (which may include overnight).   
 
Minimum Qualifications:   
 
Bachelor's degree in the Humanities, Library Science, or
Business/Administration or an advanced degree in one of the "term" areas
listed below. 
 
Knowledge of many technical subject areas and their vocabulary and
structure in order to be an effective leader and trainer of technical
volunteers. Areas
include psychology, biology, biblical literature, art, music, computer
programming, chemistry, math and statistics. 
Candidates selected for interview must first score 92% or better on
SSB's General Reading Test and also pass the Word Pronunciation test,
the Literature
test, the Drama test, the Children's Story test, as well as at least
three of the following nine Term Tests: Art, Biblical, Biology,
Chemistry, Computer,
Law, Math/Statistics, Music, and Psychology. 
 
Please describe your qualifications, experience and knowledge in the
Job Specific Questions portion of Resume Builder in the following areas:

 
At least 2 years supervisory or 4 years professional experience.
Experience must include staff supervision or lead work, fiscal
management, program development
and budget development. 
 
Knowledge of DAISY digital recording standards for the production of
textbooks and other audio materials. 
 
Knowledge of spoken word audio analog and digital software and
equipment sufficient to train and supervise staff and volunteers in its
use to record and
broadcast materials. 
 
Knowledge of textbook design, format and usage to recommend and
institute appropriate methods for effective recording techniques to
staff and volunteers.
 

Ability to use computer software programs, including word processing
and spreadsheets, such as Excel 
 
Your resume MUST contain sufficient detail of past/current experiences
to determine qualifications based on the above criteria. Selection of
interviews
will be based on assessment of experience/qualifications.   
 
Preferred Qualifications:   
 
If you meet the above minimum qualifications, use the Job Specific
Questions Section to specifically describe your qualifications in each
of the following
areas. Failure to address these areas may result in your resume not
being considered. 
 
Knowledge/work experience of the educational, vocational and technology
needs of blind, DeafBlind, visually impaired and others persons with
barriers to
accessing print material. 
Knowledge of Federal and State laws and rules, including the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, Minnesota Statutes, the Americans
with Disabilities
Act, SSB's Administrative Rule in order to advise managerial,
supervisory, professional, and other state agency staff, educators,
businesses and organizations,
and assist in the development of policy and guidance to assure
compliance with legal requirements. 
Interpersonal communications and human relations skills. Describe
actual work-related experiences which best demonstrate your skills and
abilities in written
and verbal interpersonal situations. 
Knowledge of training techniques sufficient to develop programs and/or
training stff, volunteers and personnel of partner organizations 
Analytical skills sufficient to collect, analyze, identify causes and
develop solutions. 
Demonstrated program leadership skills   
 
Selection Process:   
 
The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Your
resume will be entered into a database. The software program matches
your skills with
the skills needed to perform the duties of the position. If your skills
match the required skills for this position, the department may contact
you. 
 
If you have already submitted a resume to this database within the last
12 months that clearly identifies your knowledge, skills, abilities, and
experience,
you do not need to submit another.  
 
How to Apply:   
 
You are strongly encouraged to submit your resume through the online
Resume Builder at <
https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/ResumeBuilder 
>. You may copy and paste in your existing resume or let the software
create a resume for you. You may edit your resume later should your
contact information
or experience change. The Resume Builder also collects your work
preference information so we can match you with future job openings that
meet your interests.
 

Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions
(including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among
the three branches
of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another
branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these
differences.
For assistance, please direct questions to both your current and
anticipated Human Resources offices. 
 
If you wish to apply with a paper copy, submit your resume AND a
completed State of Minnesota Employment Application form to: Minnesota
Management & Budget
(MMB), 200 Centennial Office Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN
55155. Be sure to indicate the posting number of this job on your
application. The
paper application is available on the State Employment Web and MMB web
sites, at any state agency HR office, or by calling 651-259-3637.   
 
Contact for More Information:   
 
Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/sue.zeches at state.mn.us.  
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David Andrews
Chief Technology Officer
Minnesota State Services for the Blind
2200 University Ave. W., #240
St. Paul, MN  55114-1840
(651) 642-0513  Office
(612) 730-7931  Cell
(651) 649-5927  Fax