[Job-Listings] FW: Now Hiring: Deaf and Hard of Hearing State Specialist – Education Consultant 3 Minnesota

[Andrews, David B (DEED)]

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From: Petrie, Garrett (MDE) <garrett.petrie at state.mn.us<mailto:garrett.petrie at state.mn.us>>
Sent: Friday, November 14, 2025 1:00 PM
To: Dohnalik, Diane (MDE) <Diane.Dohnalik at state.mn.us<mailto:Diane.Dohnalik at state.mn.us>>
Subject: Now Hiring: Deaf and Hard of Hearing State Specialist – Education Consultant 3


Dear colleagues,



The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is pleased to announce the following opportunity: Deaf and Hard of Hearing State Specialist – Education Consultant 3<https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=90240&PostingSeq=1&languageCd=ENG>.



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Job Summary

As the Deaf and Hard of Hearing State Specialist for the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), you will provide educational support and guidance to Minnesota's broader communities, with a concentration on students with disabilities, including low incidence disabilities and a specific focus on students who are deaf and hard of hearing, deafblind or with other disabilities associated with hearing loss.



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Minimum Qualifications

  *   Five (5) years of professional experience as a licensed teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing.

OR

  *   A bachelor's or master's degree and four (4) years of professional experience as a licensed teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing



Preferred Qualifications

  *   Extensive knowledge of and experience with educational programming for students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind or have hearing-related disabilities.
  *   Demonstrated leadership in implementing and interpreting special education policy and practice, including a strong understanding of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 and relevant Minnesota state requirements.
  *   Proven ability to collaborate effectively with community members and organizations, including school districts, interagency teams, families and advocacy organizations, to ensure a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
  *   Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience representing an organization or agency in public forums, workgroups or cross-agency initiatives—especially in roles that require aligning work with strategic plans or statewide initiatives.



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This position is Connect 700 program eligible for applicants with disabilities<https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/> and includes consideration for veteran status<https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/veterans/>. Instructions for applicants seeking consideration under these programs are provided in the job posting.



If you have questions about the position or the application process, contact Kate Elling at katherine.elling at state.mn.us<mailto:katherine.elling at state.mn.us> or 651-582-8558.



Please share this opportunity with your networks to help us reach a strong and diverse pool of candidates. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.



Thanks so much!



- Garrett



Garrett Petrie

Workforce and Low Incidence Disabilities (WLI) Unit

Special Education Division

651-582-8396  |  garrett.petrie at state.mn.us<mailto:garrett.petrie at state.mn.us>



Minnesota Department of Education

400 NE Stinson Blvd., Minneapolis, MN 55413

education.mn.gov<https://education.mn.gov/>



[Minnesota Department of Education]




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