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<b>Post Code:</b> D717<br>
<b>Announcement Number:</b> LEBL0903<br>
<b>Classification Number:</b> Z7002 <br>
<b>Open:</b> 09/9/2009<br>
<b>Close:</b> 09/30/2009<br>
<b>Location:</b> Portland<br>
<b>Availability:</b> Full Time<br><br>
<div align="center">PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B<br>
(PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE/MANAGER B (Business Enterprise Program
Director))<br><br>
$3,672 - $5,406 MONTHLY <br><br>
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<b>To be considered for this vacancy you must apply to announcement
number LEBL0903.<br>
</b> <br><br>
<b>INTRODUCTION</b> <br>
<br>
The mission of the Oregon Commission for the Blind is to promote the full
integration of blind Oregonians into society through employment and
independent living. The Business Enterprise Program (BEP) offers
legally blind Oregonians opportunities to manage food service and vending
facilities in government buildings throughout Oregon. BEP’s
purpose is to create employment for blind persons who are referred to the
program by the rehabilitation staff of the agency. There are
currently 25 facilities ranging from small dry-stands to large
cafeterias.<br>
<br>
The agency is seeking a Director of the BEP. The chosen
candidate will be responsible for the overall management, fiscal
oversight and administration of the program. <br>
<br>
This position is management service and is not represented by a union.
This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of
qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy.<br>
<br>
<b>SCOPE OF THE POSITION<br>
</b> <br>
The Business Enterprise Program Director oversees all programmatic,
administrative, financial and federal reporting matters related to the
program. Specific duties include:<br>
<ul>
<li>Provide support services for up to 25 business enterprise units
operated by blind managers.
<li>Develop staff competence to complete program functions. Conduct
performance appraisals, disciplinary actions and signing off on leave
requests.
<li>Provide fiscal oversight of program and ensure all financial matters
are handled appropriately.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure appropriate training to qualified clients entering the vending
programs, including interviewing and evaluation of potential managers.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Work with the Business Enterprise Consumer Committee (BECC) to ensure
their active participation in major Administrative decisions and policy
and program decisions affecting the overall
administration of the program.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Propose such rules and regulations as may be required for the
operation of the BE Program.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>License and assign managers to units as they become available.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Make surveys of buildings or properties to determine their
suitability as locations for vending facilities to be operated by blind
persons.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Complete necessary contractual arrangements for establishment and
operations of vending facilities with appropriate property management
companies.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Arrange for the design, installation of equipment, supplies, and
initial stock for new or remodeled units.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepare reports as may be required on status of BE Program.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensure availability of in-service and upward mobility training
opportunities for facility managers.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Document contacts with BEP managers, public representatives and
private vendors utilizing the BEP’s caseload management system.
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned.
</ul> <br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS<br>
</b> <br>
Bachelor's or higher degree in Social Work/Human Services/Business
Administration or related field<br>
<br>
<b>AND<br>
</b> <br>
knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised
Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations
(Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis
on vending and food service and management. Also, have knowledge of
blindness and be able to select, train and assist legally blind
individuals in successful management of their units. <br>
<br>
<b>OR<br>
</b> <br>
Bachelor's degree in a field not closely related AND<b> </b>one year of
human services related experience working with business development
initiatives for legally blind or other underrepresented individuals.<br>
<br>
<b>AND<br>
</b> <br>
knowledge of the Randolph-Sheppard Act and Regulations; Oregon Revised
Statutes regarding the BEP; and the BEP Rules and Regulations
(Handbook). Knowledge of small business operation with an emphasis
on vending and food service and management. Also, have knowledge of
blindness and be able to select, train and assist legally blind
individuals in successful management of their units. <br>
<br>
<b>SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING</b> <b>TO APPLY:<br>
<br>
1) A completed Management Service Application</b> <b>Form</b> (located at
the end of this announcement)<br>
<br>
<b>AND<br><br>
</b> <br>
<b>2) A current resume. Your resume must clearly indicate that you
meet the qualifications listed above.<br>
</b> <br>
<b>AND<br>
</b> <br>
<b>3) An Oregon Application form PD100 that can be obtained from the
following website:<br>
</b>
<a href="http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_">
http://www.oregon.gov/DAS/STJOBS/stjobsapplication.shtml#Standard_Application__PD100_</a>
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<b>AND<br>
</b> <br>
<b>4) Answers</b> <b>to the following questions. </b> <b>Please limit
your answers to half a page each.<br>
</b><div align="center"> </div>
<ol>
<li>Describe your experience managing a federal or state program
supporting business enterprise or blind individuals.
</ol> <br>
<ol>
<li>Describe your experience working with an advisory body, such as the
Business Enterprise Consumer Committee or other such entities. What
is your philosophy or approach if your agency’s decisions are
challenged by an advisory body?
</ol> <br>
<ol>
<li>Give two examples of instances you have resolved or been unable to
resolve conflict in the workplace.
</ol> <br>
<br>
<b><u>You may deliver, mail, email or FAX your completed application
to</u></b>: <br>
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<b>E-mail your application to</b>:
<a href="mailto:recruitment.ocb@state.or.us">
recruitment.ocb@state.or.us</a><br>
<b>Indicate announcement number LEBL0903 in the subject line.</b> <br>
<br>
<b>Or mail your application to:</b> <br>
<b>Oregon Commission for the Blind<br>
535 SE 12<sup>th</sup> Ave.<br>
Portland, OR 97214<br>
</b> <br>
<b>Or<br>
</b> <br>
<b>FAX your application to 971-673-1570<br>
</b></div>
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<b> <br>
</b>If you need assistance to participate in the application process, you
are encouraged to call 503-945-5698 (voice) or 503-945-6214 (TTY) between
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time) Monday through Friday.<br>
<br>
Keep a copy of your application materials for your job interviews. The
Oregon Commission for the Blind does not provide copies. Although faxing
your application is an option, the Oregon Commission for the Blind is not
responsible for materials that are illegible or missing as a result of
FAX transmission errors or loss in the mail or e-mail. <b>Due to
the high volume of incoming applications, we are unable to verify receipt
of applications. </b> The salary on all announcements may change without
notice.<br>
<br>
Notice of your application results will be sent to you by mail. Although
agencies are not required to delay their selection process, you may
request a review of your application results. This review request must be
received in writing within 10 days from the date of the notice. Although,
additional application information cannot be submitted for active
applications, you may submit a new application when you feel you have
new/updated qualification information.<br>
<br>
If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the
outcome of a criminal background and driving records check. Any
history of criminal activity will be reviewed and could result in the
withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.<br>
<br>
<b>WORKING CONDITIONS</b> <br>
<br>
Requires occasional lifting for short periods.<br>
<br>
Frequent statewide travel is required. Some out-of-state travel may be
required.<br>
<br>
You must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
If not, you must be able to provide an alternate method of
transportation.<br>
<br><br>
<br>
<b>PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING US!<br>
<br>
</b>The Oregon Commission for the Blind offers an array of benefits
including medical, dental, and life insurance, as well as paid holidays,
vacation and sick leave. For additional information, please refer
to the following website for details:
<a href="http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml">
http://oregon.gov/DAS/OP/Benefits.shtml</a>.<br>
<br>
The Oregon Commission for the Blind is committed to affirmative action,
equal employment opportunity and workplace diversity. <br><br>
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<div align="center"><b>Oregon Commission for the Blind<br>
MANAGEMENT SERVICE APPLICATION FORM<br>
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POSITION: PEMB/Business Enterprise Program Director<br>
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I understand that any oral or written statement that is false,
fraudulent, or misleading in this material, or made in the course of any
related employment process, whether made by me or by others at my
request, will result in rejection of this material, denial of employment,
or dismissal from state service if discovered after employment, and in
many circumstances, prosecution for a crime.<br>
I certify that all statements contained herein are true and complete
whether made by me or others at my request.<br>
I understand that I must prove that I am authorized to work in the United
States if I am hired.<br>
I authorize the employing agency to verify the employment and education
information provided in this material.<br>
I authorize my driving record to be checked if the position for which I
am applying requires driving.<br>
I understand and agree to a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal
history background check.<br>
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APPLICANT SIGNATURE:<br>
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<div align="center"><b>RECRUITMENT TRACKING INFORMATION<br>
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:<br>
</b> <br>
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Job Applied For: <br>
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Classification Number:
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Announcement Number:<br>
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HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT THIS POSITION?<br>
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<a name="Check1"></a> Newspaper (List
Publication)
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<a name="Check2"></a> State Jobs
Page
State Agency website<br>
<a name="Check5"></a> Other website (List
website)
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<a name="Check9"></a> Employee
Referral
Friend
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Other:
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VOLUNTARY INFORMATION<br>
<div align="center">The information you provide below is voluntary.<br>
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Affirmative Action <br>
<b>The State of Oregon has an Affirmative Action Policy. If you
choose to provide this information, it will help us evaluate the
effectiveness of our affirmative action programs. This will also be used
for research and statistical purposes.<br>
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Ethnic Background (check only one)<br>
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(A) Asian or Pacific
Islander: Persons having origins in any of the peoples of the Far
East, Southeast Asia, the Indian subcontinent, or the Pacific
Islands. This area includes, for example, China, Japan, Korea, the
Philippine Islands and Samoa.<br>
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(B) African American (not
of Hispanic origin): Persons having origins in any of the black
ethnic groups.<br>
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(H) Hispanic:
Persons having origins in any of the Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban,
Central or South American or other Spanish cultures, regardless of
ethnicity.<br>
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(I) Native
American or Alaskan Native: Persons having origins in any of the
original peoples of North America, and who maintain cultural
identification through tribal affiliation or community recognition.<br>
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(W) Caucasian (not of Hispanic
origin): Persons having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe,
North Africa or the Middle East.<br>
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Gender:
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MALE
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Disabled:
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NO<br>
(Checking the “yes” box has no effect on an employer's obligation to
provide reasonable accommodation under state and federal disability
laws.)<br>
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