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<p class="MsoPlainText"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial Nova Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Please help spread the word about the English Language Learning Specialist posting at SSB, I’ve included the posting below and the link here:
</span><a href="https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=76184&PostingSeq=1">https://careers.mn.gov/psp/mnjob/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001&JobOpeningId=76184&PostingSeq=1</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:12.0pt;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial Nova Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<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;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<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;mso-ligatures:none">Working Title: English Language Learning Specialist</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066;mso-ligatures:none">Job Class: Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066;mso-ligatures:none">Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background:white"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Who May Apply</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.
Bidders will be considered through 05/06/2024.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Date Posted</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: 04/30/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Closing Date</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: 05/14/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Division/Unit</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Employee Payroll / SSB Workforce Development X</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Work Shift/Work Hours</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Day Shift</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Days of Work</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Monday - Friday</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Travel Required</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Yes, up to 50% of the time</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Salary Range: </span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">$30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Classified Status</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Classified</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Bargaining Unit/Union</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">FLSA Status</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Exempt - Professional</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Telework Eligible</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt">Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">:
Yes</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><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;mso-ligatures:none">Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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;mso-ligatures:none">Job Summary<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">This position exists to establish programs and services that support the vocational success of English Language Learners
(ELL). This involves complex, highly responsible professional work in a specialized field with individuals who are blind, low vision, and DeafBlind in State Services for the Blind’s (SSB) Workforce Development Unit (WDU).</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">This position exists to establish programs and services that support the vocational success of English Language Learners
(ELL). This involves complex, highly responsible professional work in a specialized field with individuals who are blind, low vision, and DeafBlind in State Services for the Blind’s (SSB) Workforce Development Unit (WDU).</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">This position will be responsible for leading the English language instruction to adult customers who require these services
to successfully complete their individualized plan for employment and career goals. Through a collaborative and coordinated approach, the incumbent will develop and adapt curriculum, provide consultation and English instruction using accessible teaching techniques
to support their language skill development and ability to achieve their goals for competitive, integrated employment, independent living, and community integration. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Minimum Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Two (2) years* of experience teaching students or adult learners.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">*<a name="_Hlk75335395">Bachelor’s degree in education, </a></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk75335395"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">vocational
rehabilitation, </span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk75335395"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience;
master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk75335395"></span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:</span></u><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Experience teaching English Language Learners (ELL). </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Preferred Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or related degree as determined by the agency.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">English as a Second Language (ESL)/ English Language Learner (ELL) accreditation.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Experience working with individuals’ disabilities, including those who are who are blind, low vison, and DeafBlind.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Additional Requirements</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><a name="_Hlk122522581"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">This position requires successful completion of the following:</span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk122522581"></span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">How to Apply</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> <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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information
line at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="tel:6512593637"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">651-259-3637</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> or
email </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:careers@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">careers@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">.
For additional information about the application process, go to </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="http://www.mn.gov/careers" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">http://www.mn.gov/careers</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">If you have questions about the position, contact Brooke Hancock at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:brooke.hancock@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">brooke.hancock@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> or </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="tel:6512597258"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">651-259-7258</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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 Brooke Hancock at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us"><span style="font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:blue">talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">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 </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="mailto:Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us"><span style="color:#4D4DE6">Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;mso-ligatures:none">.
Please indicate what assistance is needed.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Why Work for Us</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> <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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Diverse Workforce</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> <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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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;mso-ligatures:none">A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:</span></b><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> </span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">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;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">Comprehensive Benefits</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> <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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Public pension plan </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Training and professional development </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Paid vacation and sick leave </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">11 paid holidays each year</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Paid parental leave</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Low-cost medical and dental coverage</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Prescription drug coverage</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Vision coverage</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Wellness programs and resources</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Employer paid life insurance </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Short-term and long-term disability </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Health care spending and savings accounts</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Dependent care spending account</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Tax-deferred compensation </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Tuition reimbursement </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="https://studentaid.gov/pslf/#!/pslf/launch" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt">Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><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;mso-ligatures:none">Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white;mso-ligatures:none"> </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333;background:white;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none">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 </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"><a href="tel:6512593637"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">651-259-3637</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513;mso-ligatures:none"> or
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State Services for the Blind</span></i><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
</span></b><span style="font-size:7.5pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">2200 University Ave West, Suite 240, St. Paul MN 55114</span><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><br>
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