[nfbmi-talk] Job Opening

joe harcz Comcast joeharcz at comcast.net
Sat Oct 25 16:57:47 UTC 2014


And once again it is a violation of the ADA and 504 if it is not an 
essential function of the job.

The BSBP issue was totally absurd and a prima facae case of discrimination 
(one of multitudes) by this federally funded VR agency for the blind.

Joe
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark Eagle via nfbmi-talk" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
To: <terrydeagle at yahoo.com>; "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" 
<nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Saturday, October 25, 2014 11:14 AM
Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Job Opening


>I have been seeking meaningful employment for many years now and I have 
>found that a large number of employers ask for a valid Michigan driver 
>license. The private, nonprofit and yes the public section all ask on 
>employment applications if you have one. As an applicant you don't want to 
>answer no because they will over look your application. On the other hand, 
>if you say yes you are lying on an application.
>
> I personally find this practice of asking for and requiring a driver 
> license the biggest barrier to employment. I have even experienced this in 
> a recent interview with BSBP.
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Terry D. Eagle via nfbmi-talk <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> To: 'joe harcz Comcast' <joeharcz at comcast.net>; 'NFB of Michigan Internet 
> Mailing List' <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Saturday, October 25, 2014 8:53 AM
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Job Opening
>
>
> MPAS and many nationwide state agencies also require a valid driver 
> license,
> for office and client contact jobs.  What a sly motive and way to
> discriminate against persons with disabilities.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nfbmi-talk [mailto:nfbmi-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of joe
> harcz Comcast via nfbmi-talk
> Sent: Saturday, October 25, 2014 8:16 AM
> To: Fred Wurtzel; NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List
> Subject: Re: [nfbmi-talk] Job Opening
>
> Did you notice, Fred the requirement for a "valid Michigan drivers licenc
> " here?
>
> This is a discriminatory policy as it is not an essential function of the
> job under Title I of the ADA.
>
> And it tends to glean out people with disabilities, including those who 
> are
> blind solely on the basis of disability.
>
> Joe Harcz----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Fred Wurtzel via nfbmi-talk" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> To: "NFB of Michigan Internet Mailing List" <nfbmi-talk at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Thursday, October 23, 2014 8:02 PM
> Subject: [nfbmi-talk] Job Opening
>
>
>> Hi,
>>
>>
>>
>> Here is a job that someone trained in BEP may be interested in.
>>
>>
>>
>> Warmest Regards,
>>
>>
>>
>> Fred
>>
>>
>>
>> 1. Position Open for Exchange Food Hub Manager at Allen Market Place
>>
>> Allen Neighborhood Center is seeking an Exchange (Food Hub) Manager for
>> Allen Market
>>
>> Place. Our full time Exchange Manager will:
>>
>> have primary responsible for providing aggregation and distribution
>> services
>> to increase
>>
>> sales of regionally grown food and food products to commercial and
>> institutional
>>
>> buyers, e.g., restaurants, hospitals, schools, caterers, grocers, buying
>> clubs, etc.
>>
>> support the development of the local value-added industry by linking
>> growers
>> and
>>
>> food entrepreneurs with the AMP licensed Kitchen to create value-added
>> products,
>>
>> with the option of distribution through the Exchange;
>>
>> develop and promote a comprehensive schedule of training workshops,
>> marketing services
>>
>> and coaching opportunities (e.g. business planning, financial management,
>> food safety
>>
>> compliance, marketing & branding, etc.) taught by educators and mentors
>> from
>> partnering
>>
>> organizations throughout the region.
>>
>> Specific duties include (but are not limited to):
>>
>> Cultivate and nurture relationships with regional growers and food
>> producers
>> and
>>
>> with local food procurers to increase use of the Exchange.
>>
>> Manage the online website (
>>
>> www.allenmarketplace.org
>>
>> ) and software associated with the Exchange.
>>
>> Coordinate use of the AMP incubator kitchen by growers & food producers 
>> to
>> create
>>
>> value added food products; provide guidance for licensing and link to
>> training opportunities.
>>
>> Develop additional uses of the AMP kitchen (e.g., culinary job skill
>> development)
>>
>> Facilitate activities of the instructional team; create & promote a 
>> robust
>> workshop
>>
>> schedule of offerings for growers & food producers.
>>
>> Recruit, train, and direct volunteers and interns involved in the
>> Exchange.
>>
>> Other duties as assigned.
>>
>> Minimum Qualifications
>>
>> A professional and resourceful style with the ability to work
>> independently
>> and as
>>
>> a team player.
>>
>> Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail as they
>> manage
>>
>> multiple tasks/projects at a time.
>>
>> Experience in managing and creating relationships with multiple partners,
>> patrons,
>>
>> and neighbors.
>>
>> Entrepreneurial energy, positive, "can-do" attitude, flexibility, and
>> teamwork.
>>
>> High level of initiative.
>>
>> Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
>>
>> Ability to develop, implement, nurture and evaluate programs.
>>
>> Skills in managing our online website (
>>
>> www.allenmarketplace.org
>>
>> ) and software associated with the Exchange.
>>
>> Passion for strengthening the local food system and for the ANC mission.
>>
>> Commitment to Lansing's Eastside, its residents, stakeholders as well as
>> strategic
>>
>> partners throughout the mid-Michigan region.
>>
>> A bachelor's degree in relevant area of study.
>>
>> Management experience in business or non-profit organization preferred.
>>
>> Flexible availability required (some nights and weekends).
>>
>> Experience in food programs.
>>
>> Valid Michigan driver's license.
>>
>> Compensation
>>
>> Full-time position (40 hours/week) to begin early November 2014.
>>
>> Salary commensurate with experience; benefits available.
>>
>> Cover Letter & Resume due Tuesday, October 28, 2014
>>
>> Submit to: Joan Nelson, Director
>>
>> Allen Neighborhood Center
>>
>> 1619 E. Kalamazoo St., Lansing, MI 48912
>>
>> 517-999-3912
>>
>> ;
>>
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