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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> MN SSB <MNDEED@public.govdelivery.com> <br>
<b>Sent:</b> Thursday, February 8, 2024 8:32 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> Andrews, David B (DEED) <david.b.andrews@state.mn.us><br>
<b>Subject:</b> Opportunities for the Community<o:p></o:p></p>
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<span style="font-size:22.5pt;color:black">Opportunities for the Community<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Community Partners,</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">We wanted to let you know about a few opportunities within DEED, State Services for the Blind’s – State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind, and the community. Please feel
free to share this information with others in your network.</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:22.5pt;color:black">Make Your Voice Matter! Join the SRC-B!<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind (SRC-B) is seeking new members.</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">Among the Council position openings, SSB is currently recruiting for a representative of a community rehabilitation program service provider and 2 representatives from community advocacy organizations that represent
those who are visually impaired, blind, or DeafBlind. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">To learn more about the State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind (SRC-B) visit our website at
<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vbW4uZ292L2RlZWQvc3NiL2ludm9sdmUvc3JjYi8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjQwMjA4Ljg5ODgzMTUxIn0.dw3vggZ9F0SZmimhCf5Jf0B_AOEeRhr4rVrEDLHY-hQ/s/3103190397/br/236754834771-l" target="_blank" title="Minnesota State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind">
<span style="color:#1D5782">https://mn.gov/deed/ssb/involve/srcb/</span></a> <o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">For a complete list and descriptions of all open position or to apply visit the Secretary of State’s website at <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vY29tbWlzc2lvbnNhbmRhcHBvaW50bWVudHMuc29zLnN0YXRlLm1uLnVzLyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyNDAyMDguODk4ODMxNTEifQ.qvWKkr8s70vMi8O4YSWvA1uWFe9G3k2PjpqUTjMpwMM/s/3103190397/br/236754834771-l"><span style="color:#1D5782">https://commissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">For questions contact Susan Kusz at 651-539-2271 or
<a href="mailto:Susan.Kusz@state.mn.us"><span style="color:#1D5782">Susan.Kusz@state.mn.us</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:22.5pt;color:black">DEED is Hiring in the ODEO <o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Our Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity and our General Counsel’s Office at MN DEED is hiring an
<a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vY2FyZWVycy5tbi5nb3YvcHNwL21uam9iL01OQ0FSRUVSUy9IUkNSL2MvSFJTX0hSQU1fRkwuSFJTX0NHX1NFQVJDSF9GTC5HQkw_UGFnZT1IUlNfQVBQX0pCUFNUX0ZMJkFjdGlvbj1VJkZPQ1VTPUFwcGxpY2FudCZTaXRlSWQ9MTAwMSZKb2JPcGVuaW5nSWQ9NzM1NDcmUG9zdGluZ1NlcT0xIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDI0MDIwOC44OTg4MzE1MSJ9.JXEmCyxlyRyzKZXRQV2HNmYBbmcNFo6iCKPox8BFs0c/s/3103190397/br/236754834771-l">
<span style="color:#1D5782">Office and Administrator Specialist Senior (Job ID: 73547)</span></a>!
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">The daily work of this critical position will support the agency in achieving its mission
</span></strong><em><b><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">'to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy for everyone.'
</span></b></em><strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">We look forward to finding an excellent candidate to join our team and would appreciate your support by sharing this opportunity with your networks! The OAS
Sr. position reports to both the ODEO and GCO Director(s). This is an excellent role for experienced administrative professionals, who wish to expand their depth and scope of Equal Opportunity, DEIA, and legal work. </span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The role is eligible for telework, with in-person meetings approximately twice per month and a weekly visit to our central office in St. Paul.</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-margin-top-alt:auto;margin-bottom:11.25pt;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%">
<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif">The salary range for this role is $20.96 - $28.37/hour; and $43,764 - $59,236/year; and the posting will close on February 20, 2024.</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
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<strong><span style="font-size:11.5pt;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black">Please share this opportunity with folks in your network as we are seeking a diverse applicant pool. Questions about the position can be sent to
<a href="mailto:Brett.O.Terry@state.mn.us"><span style="color:#1D5782">Brett.O.Terry@state.mn.us</span></a>.
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<span style="font-size:22.5pt;color:black">PACER CENTER - Offers a Variety of Workshops<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">You or your network may find a useful and helpful workshop to attend through the PACER Center. Visit <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.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.AE2HtI3e-t_oQb8ZcnyAFMlW3uFzqHGf2BORN5Yg6fE/s/3103190397/br/236754834771-l"><span style="color:#1D5782">https://www.pacer.org/workshops/</span></a>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">“PACER Center enhances the quality of life and expands opportunities for children, youth, and young adults with all disabilities and their families so each person can reach his or her highest potential. PACER operates
on the principles of parents helping parents, supporting families, promoting a safe environment for all children, and working in collaboration with others.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-size:11.5pt;color:black">With assistance to individual families, workshops, materials for parents and professionals, and leadership in securing a free and appropriate public education for all children, PACER's work affects and encourages families
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