[Fopbc] Fwd: Job Announcement Vending Program Director Oregon

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Post Code: D717 
Announcement Number: LEBL0903 
Classification Number: Z7002 
Open: 09/9/2009 
Close: 09/30/2009 
Location: Portland 
Availability: Full Time 

PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B 
(PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B (Business Enterprise Program Director)) 

$3,672 - $5,406 MONTHLY 

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply to announcement number LEBL0903. 

INTRODUCTION 

The mission of the Oregon Commission for the Blind is to promote the full integration of blind Oregonians into society through employment and independent living. The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) offers legally blind Oregonians opportunities to manage food service and vending facilities in government buildings throughout Oregon. BEPâ€™s purpose is to create employment for blind persons who are referred to the program=2 0by the rehabilitation staff of the agency. There are currently 25 facilities ranging from small dry-stands to large cafeterias. 

The agency is seeking a Director of the BEP. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the overall management, fiscal oversight and administration of the program. 

This position is management service and is not represented by a union. This recruitment announcement will be used to establi
sh a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy. 

SCOPE OF THE POSITION 

The Business Enterprise Program Director oversees all programmatic, administrative, financial and federal reporting matters related to the program. Specific duties include: 

  * Provide support services for up to 25 business enterprise units operated by blind managers. 
  * Develop staff competence to complete program functions. Conduct performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and signing off on leave requests. 
  * Provide fiscal oversight of program and ensure all financial matters are handled appropriately. 

  * Ensure appropriate training to qualified clients entering the vending programs, including interviewing and evaluation of potential managers. 

  * Work with the Business Enterprise Consumer Committee (BECC) to ensure their active participation in major Administrative decisions and policy and program decisions affecting the overall administration of the program. 

  * Propose such=2 0rules and regulations as may be required for the operation of the BE Program. 

  * License and assign managers to units as they become available. 

  * Make surveys of buildings or properties to determine their suitability as locations for vending facilities to be operated by blind persons. 

  * Complete necessary contractual arrangements for establishment and operations of vending facilities with appropriate property management companies. 

  * Arrange for the design, installation of equipment, supplies, and initial stock for new or remodeled units. 

  * Prepare reports as may be required on status of BE Program. 

  * Ensure availability of in-service and upward mobility training opportunities for facility managers. 

  * Document contacts with BEP managers, public representatives and private vendors utilizing the BEPâ€™s caseload management system. 

  * Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Bachelor's or higher degree in Social Work/Human Services/Business Administration or related field 

AND 

knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations (Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis on vending and food service and management. Also, have knowledge of blindness and be able to select, train and ass ist legally blind individuals in successful management of their units. 

OR 

Bachelor's degree in a field not closely related AND one year of human services related experience working with business development initiatives for legally blind or other underrepresented individuals. 

AND 

knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations (Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis on vending and food service and management. Als
o, have knowledge of blindness and be able to select, train and assist legally blind individuals in successful management of their units. 

SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING TO APPLY: 

1) A completed Management Service Application Form (located at the end of this announcement) 

AND 

2) A current resume. Your resume must clearly indicate that you meet the qualifications listed above. 

AND 

3) An Oregon Application form PD100 that can be obtained from the following website: 
<http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_" target=_blankhttp://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_>http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_  
AND 

4) Answers to the following questions. Please limit your answers to half=2 0a page each. 

  * Describe your experience managing a federal or state program supporting business enterprise or blind individuals. 

  * Describe your experience working with an advisory body, such as the Business Enterprise Consumer Committee or other such entities. What is your philosophy or approach if your agencyâ€™s decisions are challenged by an advisory body? 

  * Give two examples of instances you have resolved or been unable to resolve conflict in the workplace. 

You may deliver, mail, email or FAX your completed application to: 

E-mail your application to: <mailto:recruitment.ocb at state.or.us>recruitment.ocb at state.or.us0
Indicate announcement number LEBL0903 in the subject line. 

Or mail your application to: 
Oregon Commission for the Blind 
535 SE 12th Ave. 
Portland, OR 97214 

Or 

FAX your application to 971-673-1570 

If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday. 

Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. The Oregon Commission for the Blind does not provide copies. Although faxing your application is an option, the Oregon Commission for the Blind is not respo nsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. Due to the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt of applications. The salary on all announcements may change without notice. 

Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail. Although agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may request a review of your application results. This review request must be received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Although, additional application information cannot be submitted for active applications, you may submit a new application when you feel you have new/updated qualification information. 

If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of a cri
minal background and driving records check. Any history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Requires occasional lifting for short periods. 

Frequent statewide travel is required. Some out-of-state travel may be required. 

You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of transportation. 

PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US! 

The Oregon Commission for the Blind offers an array of benefits including medical, d ental, and life insurance, as well as paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For additional information, please refer to the following website for details: <http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml>http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml. 

The Oregon Commission for the Blind is committed to affirmative action, equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. 

Oregon Commission for the Blind 
MANAGEMENT SERVICE APPLICATION FORM 

APPLICANT NAME:  
MAILING ADDRESS:  
EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (REQUIRED): OR 

HOME PHONE:  
WORK PHONE:  
E-MAIL:   
POSITION: PEMB/Business Enterprise Program Director 

I understand that any oral or written statement that is false, fraudulent, or misleading in this material, or made in the course of any related=2
0employment process, whether made by me or by others at my request, will result in rejection of this material, denial of employment, or dismissal from state service if discovered after employment, and in many circumstances, prosecution for a crime. 
I certify that all statements contained herein are true and complete whether made by me or others at my request. 
I understand that I must prove that I am authorized to work in the United States if I am hired. 
I authorize the employing agency to verify the employment and education information provided in this material. 
I authorize my driving record to be checked if the position for which I am applying requires driving. 
I understand and agree to a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal history background check. 

APPLICANT SIGNATURE: 

DATE: 

RECRUITMENT TRACKING INFORMATION 
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 

Job Applied For: 

Classification Number: ___________________   Announcement Number: 

HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THIS POSITION? 
 Newspaper (List Publication) 
 State Jobs Page State Agency website 
 Other website (List website) 
 Employee Referral Friend  
 Other: 
VOLUNTARY INFORMATION 
The information you provide below is voluntary. 
Affirmative Action 
The State of Oregon has an Affirmative Action Policy. If you choose to provide this information, it will help us evaluate the effectiveness of our affirmative action programs. This will
 also be used for research and statistical purposes. 

  Ethnic Background (check only one) 
  (A) Asian or Pacific Islander: Persons having origins in any of the peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the Philippine Islands and Samoa. 
  (B) African American (not of Hispanic origin): Persons20having origins in any of the black ethnic groups. 
  (H) Hispanic: Persons having origins in any of the Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or other Spanish cultures, regardless of ethnicity. 
  (I) Native American or Alaskan Native: Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition. 
  (W) Caucasian (not of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, North Africa or the Middle East. 
Gender: MALE FEMALE 
Disabled: YES NO 
(Checking the â€œyesâ€ box has no effect on an employer's obligation to provide reasonable accommodation under state and federal disability laws.) 

ATTENTION: Attach this page to your application materials, even if you do not provide the voluntary information. 

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