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<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Hello SSB,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> We are pleased to announce the posting for two counselor positions within WDU. Here is the link:
<a href="https://careers.mn.gov/psc/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=72868&PostingSeq=1&PortalActualURL=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsc%2fmnjob%2fMNCAREERS%2fHRCR%2fc%2fHRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL%3fPage%3dHRS_APP_JBPST_FL%26Action%3dU%26FOCUS%3dApplicant%26SiteId%3d1001%26JobOpeningId%3d72868%26PostingSeq%3d1&PortalRegistryName=MNCAREERS&PortalServletURI=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsp%2fmnjob%2f&PortalURI=https%3a%2f%2fcareers.mn.gov%2fpsc%2fmnjob%2f&PortalHostNode=HRMS&NoCrumbs=yes&PortalKeyStruct=yes">
<span style="color:blue">Careers (mn.gov)</span></a> The posting is attached and also cut and pasted below the closing.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> Please share far and wide!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks, Angela and Sara<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED’s mission is simple: to empower
the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse
team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">DEED is a <a href="https://ngmnpublic.azurewebsites.us/btyr/">Beyond the Yellow Ribbon</a> agency and committed to proactively supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military
families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Job Details</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background:white"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Job Class: Rehabilitation Counselor Senior or Career</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><br>
</span><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Who May Apply</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered
through 01/23/2024.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Date Posted</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 01/17/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Closing Date</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 01/30/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Division/Unit</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: State Services f/t Blind / SSB Workforce Development X</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Work Shift/Work Hours</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Day Shift, 8am to 4:30pm</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Days of Work</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Monday - Friday</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Travel Required</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Yes, up to 20% local day time travel, up to five (5) days per week, based on client needs</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Rehabilitation Counselor Senior Salary Range: </span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">$25.79 - $37.65 / hourly; $53,849 - $78,613 / annually</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Rehabilitation Counselor Career Salary Range: </span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">$28.50 - $41.93 / hourly; $59,508 - $87,549 / annually</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Classified Status</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Classified</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Bargaining Unit/Union</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">FLSA Status</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Exempt - Professional</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Telework Eligible</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/" target="_blank">Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities</a></span></u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">:
Yes</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Job Summary<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">*The successful candidate may be eligible for a $5,000.00 hiring incentive*</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">State Services for the Blind’s (SSB) mission is to facilitate the achievement of vocational and personal independence by
Minnesotans who are blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind. We offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where everyone's contribution is key to achieving this mission. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">The Rehabilitation Counselor plans, authorizes, and coordinates service delivery of individualized Vocational Rehabilitation
(VR) services in partnership with the blind, visually impaired, and/or deaf blind customers. This position works to enable customers who possess substantial impediments to employment and to achieve successful employment outcomes. This position will also contribute
to building a positive internal culture that makes SSB an extraordinary place to work. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">This position will be based out of a designated DEED location within the State of Minnesota. This position may serve the
following counties, subject to business needs:</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Metro Area: Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Southwest Metro Area: Carver, Scott, Rice, Goodhue, and Wright</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Frequent travel is required to meet with participants in the community, with area businesses, with schools, and other partner
organizations. Occasional travel is necessary to attend meetings or trainings at the office or in other areas of the state.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">The vacancy is being posted at two (2) different levels, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate, and
this posting may be used to fill multiple positions. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">*Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000 paid out in
two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Qualifications<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Minimum Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or
preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Rehabilitation Counselor Senior:</span></u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology,
Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Rehabilitation Counselor Career:</span></u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Vision Rehabilitation Therapy/Teaching, Social Work, Psychology,
Disability Studies, Human Resources, Education, Special Education, School Counseling, or other closely related field as determined by the agency.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">AND</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Three (3) years of related work experience which demonstrates knowledge of one-to-one counseling, caseload management, development
of rehabilitation plans, job placement services, and employment supports that lead to success in finding, keeping, retaining, or advancing in employment.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following for both levels:</span></u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build, and maintain positive working relationships with job seekers and
employers.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation. Travel arrangements can
be made with drivers employed by State Services for the Blind upon request and depending on availability.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Preferred Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Skill in communicating in a second language.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Experience in:</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Working with individuals who are Blind, visually impaired, or DeafBlind.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Interpreting and explaining in plain language complex information such as guidelines, regulations, policies, medical and psychiatric reports.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Analyzing assessment information sufficient to identify and address the customer’s vocational rehabilitation needs.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Applying counseling techniques sufficient to conduct an effective diagnostic interview, to assist the client in completing the rehabilitation plan, and address any issues that emerge
during the customer’s rehabilitation process.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences
working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Additional Requirements</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">This position requires successful completion of the following:</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">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 and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or
former employers.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you
from consideration for employment.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">This position requires an Adjustment to Blindness immersion training program. The immersion experience helps new employees
understand what’s possible for people who are blind, DeafBlind, or visually impaired by allowing them to experience it for themselves. The training takes place at an Adjustment to Blindness training center and can run up to 6-7 weeks.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Application Details<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">How to Apply</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at <u><a href="tel:6512593637"><span style="color:#3366CC">651-259-3637</span></a></u> or
email <u><a href="mailto:careers@state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior%20or%20Career"><span style="color:#3366CC">careers@state.mn.us</span></a></u>. For additional information about the application process, go to <u><a href="http://www.mn.gov/careers" target="_blank"><span style="color:#3366CC">http://www.mn.gov/careers</span></a></u>.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">If you have questions about the position, contact Sarah Beaverson at <u><a href="mailto:sarah.beaverson@state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior%20or%20Career"><span style="color:#3366CC">sarah.beaverson@state.mn.us</span></a></u>.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your
valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Talent Acquisition at <a href="mailto:talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior%20or%20Career"><span style="color:blue">talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us</span></a>.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer,
and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at <a href="mailto:Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior%20or%20Career"><span style="color:blue">Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us</span></a>.
Please indicate what assistance is needed.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Why Work for Us</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Diverse Workforce</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences
and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Comprehensive Benefits</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional
development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Public pension plan</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Training and professional development</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Paid vacation and sick leave</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">11 paid holidays each year</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Paid parental leave</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Low-cost medical and dental coverage</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Prescription drug coverage</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Vision coverage</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Wellness programs and resources</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Employer paid life insurance</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Short-term and long-term disability</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Health care spending and savings accounts</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Dependent care spending account</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Tax-deferred compensation</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white">Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Tuition reimbursement</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<u><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="https://studentaid.gov/pslf/#!/pslf/launch" target="_blank">Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program</a></span></u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white"> based
on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that
a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs
assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at <u><a href="tel:6512593637"><span style="color:#3366CC">651-259-3637</span></a></u> or email <u><a href="mailto:careers@state.mn.us?subject=Rehabilitation%20Counselor%20Senior%20or%20Career"><span style="color:#3366CC">careers@state.mn.us</span></a></u> and
indicate what assistance is needed.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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