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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Good Morning, We are excited to share the first DIF postings. There are three that went live today. I will be sending those in separate
emails. The others should sometime next week. Please share and reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!
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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">Working Title: New American Business Engagement Specialist</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><br>
</span><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Job Class: Rehabilitation Program Specialist 1</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><br>
</span><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Job ID</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 85219</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Location</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: St. Paul, Rochester</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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 for some telework</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Full/Part Time</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Full-Time</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Regular/Temporary</span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Unlimited</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<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 04/07/2025.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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">: 04/01/2025</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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">: 04/14/2025</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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">: Department of Employment & Economic Development / MAPE</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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 for the Blind</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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, 8:00am to 4:30pm</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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:#161513;mso-list:l4 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 30% of the time</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Salary Range: </span></b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">$29.78 - $43.82 / hourly; $62,180 - $91,496 / annually</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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:#161513;mso-list:l4 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 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 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">: Nonexempt</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:#0563C1">Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities</span></a></span><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:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">The work you'll do is more than just a job.</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">At the State of Minnesota, </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">employees play a critical role
in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources,
and training and development opportunities.<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" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">This position is funded by the Disability Innovation Fund grant by the Rehabilitation Services Administration through 9/30/2029.</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving blind, low-vision, and Deafblind Minnesotans since 1923. It does so with a
staff of dedicated personnel, skilled volunteers, an active State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind, and a host of community partners. Each year, SSB assists thousands in leading full, active, and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in
a great state! </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">The Disability Innovation Fund (DIF) New American Business Engagement Specialist is responsible for developing and strengthening relationships
with businesses, workforce partners, and customer service and technology (CST) sector employers to create employment opportunities for Blind, Low Vision, and DeafBlind (BLVDB) New Americans. This role focuses on promoting inclusive hiring practices, workplace
accommodations, and assistive technology solutions, ensuring that businesses are equipped to support and retain BLVDB employees. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">This position builds workforce system partnerships, facilitates community outreach, and supports the implementation of the Enhanced Progressive
Employment (EPE) Model in Rochester and the Twin Cities by coordinating employer forums, business roundtables, and work-based learning initiatives. This position helps employers address cultural, linguistic, and disability-related barriers to employment and
tracks employment trends, monitors business engagement activities, and analyzes workforce data to enhance employment outcomes for New Americans with vision loss. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">This position will be based at one of the following DEED offices: St. Paul, Rochester. Before hire, the location will be determined based
on the incumbent’s preference and work location availability.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">This position will require travel to and within the assigned region up to a few days per week to meet with businesses and partners. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">This position is </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-2025.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">telework</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> eligible.
Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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:#161513">Minimum Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and
year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">Two (2) years* of experience in career coaching, job development, vocational rehabilitation, or workforce development.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">*Associate's degree in human services, rehabilitation counseling, education, public administration, finance, or other closely related field
as determined by the agency may substitute six (6) months of experience; bachelor’s degree substitutes for one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">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"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Knowledge of workforce system services, including vocational rehabilitation programs, job training, and sector-based employment initiatives. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Experience collaborating with businesses, workforce agencies, and community organizations to create employment opportunities for diverse job seekers. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Experience with case management, data tracking, or similar tools. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Communication skills, with the ability to conduct employer training, business forums, and workforce development events. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to communicate in a second language, specifically Somali, Arabic, or other East African languages. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license and 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"><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">Preferred Qualifications</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to support employers in implementing assistive technology and accommodations for employees with vision loss. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Experience developing customized job training programs, particularly in areas such as language acquisition, digital literacy, and job readiness for immigrant populations. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Understanding of Enhanced Progressive Employment (EPE) models and best practices for facilitating work-based learning, job shadowing, and mentorship programs. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to analyze workforce trends and use labor market data to develop effective employment strategies for BLVDB job seekers. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Experience collaborating with diverse populations, including New Americans, long-term unemployed job seekers, and individuals with multiple barriers to employment. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">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"><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">Additional Requirements</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of
the following components:</span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk122522581"></span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Criminal Background Check</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Employment Reference Check</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Conflict of Interest Review</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo4;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Driver’s License and Records Check</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:#161513">The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally
authorized to work in the U.S.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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:#161513">How to Apply</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> <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">Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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"> or
email </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">.
For additional information about the application process, go to </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="http://www.mn.gov/careers." target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">http://www.mn.gov/careers.</span></a><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:#161513">Connect 700 Program</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">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</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#222222"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="mailto:talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#222222">.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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:#161513">Veterans </span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">To be considered with </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/veterans.jsp" target="_blank" title="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/veterans.jsp"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">Veteran's
Status</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">, you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="mailto:talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> by
the closing date.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/veterans/#3" target="_blank" title="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/veterans/#3"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">Recently
Separated Veterans (RSV)</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">: Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be
granted an interview. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/veterans/#4" target="_blank" title="https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/veterans/#4"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">Certain
Disabled Veterans</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">See the above links for criteria and eligibility.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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:#161513">Current State Employees </span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Please apply via Self Service.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">If eligible for bidding or expression of interest: This vacancy will be open for bids/expression of interest and all qualified applicants simultaneously. Current employees of DEED who are currently
in the same classification, who are eligible, and apply within the seven (7) day period will be considered prior to filling the position by other means. </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">Contact</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">If you have questions about this position, contact Adjeka Zigah at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="mailto:lynda.zigah@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">lynda.zigah@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><b><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Working together to improve the state we love. </span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">A sense of purpose in their work</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Connection with their coworkers and communities</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l7 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Opportunities for personal and professional growth</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:#161513">Benefits</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> <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">As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help
you and your family be well.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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:#161513">Your benefits may include: </span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<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:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">12 paid holidays each year</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><ul style="margin-top:0in" type="circle">
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Fertility care, including IVF</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level2 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Diabetes care</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level2 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;background:white"> </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l8 level1 lfo7;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being</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:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Support to help you reach your career goals:</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Training, classes, and professional development</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l6 level1 lfo8;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><a href="https://studentaid.gov/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">studentaid.gov</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">)</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:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo9;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care</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: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"> </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#333333;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:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></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:#161513">EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> </span></b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><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">Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating
a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives
of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex
(including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity
in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background:white"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES</span></b><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and
need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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"> or
email </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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"> and
let us know the support you need.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><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">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"><a href="mailto:Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;color:blue">Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">.
Please indicate what assistance is needed.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#005CAB;mso-ligatures:standardcontextual">Dacia VanAlstine <i>|</i> Evolve Employment Project Manager
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#005CAB;mso-ligatures:standardcontextual">State Services for the Blind Vocational Rehabilitation
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<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:8.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:#005CAB;mso-ligatures:standardcontextual">Department of Employment and Economic Development<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
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