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<p class="MsoNormal">This is a good job, and there is a possible $5000 signing bonus!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="mso-ligatures:none">From:</span></b><span style="mso-ligatures:none"> Hanson, Lindsey A (DEED) <lindsey.hanson@state.mn.us>
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<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, December 4, 2024 9:26 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> #DEED_SSB-AllStaff <SSB-AllStaff.DEED@state.mn.us><br>
<b>Subject:</b> Orientation and Mobility Instructor Posted!<br>
<b>Importance:</b> High<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p align="center" style="margin:0in;text-align:center;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Working Title: Orientation and Mobility Instructor</span></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior</span></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><br>
</span><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#000066">Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development</span></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Job ID</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 82036</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Location</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: St. Paul</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Telework Eligible</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Full/Part Time</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Regular/Temporary</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Who May Apply</span></strong><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 12/10/2024.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Date Posted</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 12/04/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Closing Date</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: 12/11/2024</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Division/Unit</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Work Shift/Work Hours</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Days of Work</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Travel Required</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Yes, up to 80% 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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Salary Range: </span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">$27.84 - $40.82 / hourly; $58,129 - $85,232 / annually</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Classified Status</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Bargaining Unit/Union</span></strong><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:l0 level1 lfo1;background:white">
<strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">FLSA Status</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">: Exempt - Professional</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l0 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">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>
<h3 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><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></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h3>
<p style="margin:0in;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.</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span class="ps-text"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Job Summary</span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">*The successful candidate may be eligible for a $</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">5,000.00</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:red"> </span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">hiring
incentive*</span></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white;vertical-align:baseline"><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 Deaf Blind Minnesotans since
1923. 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;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">This position will function as an Orientation & Mobility instructor (white cane). They will provide instruction
for consumers who are enrolled in the Workforce Development Unit and the Senior Services Unit. In addition to providing the instructional services, this employee will transact with Counselors in both program service areas to report on the consumer’s assessed
needs and to report on the consumer’s progress as they undergo training. Documentation of the process will be a requirement of the work. </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white;vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">This position would include local and statewide travel up to five (5) days per week, depending on customers' needs.
This position will be meeting with customers at their homes, worksites and community spaces. </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:black">This position is </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><a href="https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:9.0pt">telework</span></a></span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"> eligible
and is occasionally required to be on-site at the St Paul Office. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. 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>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">*Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">5,000</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:red"> </span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">paid out in
two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role </span></strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<h3 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Minimum Qualifications</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h3>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><strong><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></strong><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:black">Two (2) years* of experience in rehabilitation services, assessing consumer needs, and working with individuals of varying skill levels, with
relevant experience such as volunteer work, internships, practicum, and other closely related experience as determined by the agency</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">AND</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">Applicant must hold at least one of the following certifications. </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Applicants
may be considered if they are able to obtain one of the following certifications within their probationary period of employment:</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">Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo2;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) </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">*Bachelor’s degree in human services or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute 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 and skills in adult and youth learning styles and techniques, rehabilitation teaching, and orientation and mobility instructor</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to analyze and assess customer skills, training needs and limitations </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to produce timely, clear and readable case documentation</span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo3;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>
<h3 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Preferred Qualifications</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h3>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Certified in both of the following:</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">Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS) </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:#161513;mso-list:l2 level2 lfo5;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">National Orientation and Mobility Certification (NOMC) </span><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></li></ol>
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<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Ability to communicate in a second language (specifically American Sign Language, Somali, Hmong, or Spanish)</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">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>
<h3 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Additional Requirements</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h3>
<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:l8 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Employment Record Review (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:l8 level1 lfo6;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:l8 level1 lfo6;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:l8 level1 lfo6;background:white">
<span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Driver’s Record 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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<span class="ps-text"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Application Details</span></span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black"><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">How to Apply </span></strong><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">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">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">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">http://www.mn.gov/careers.</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Connect 700 Program</span></strong><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</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:red"> </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Talent Acquisition</span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:red"> </span><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">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">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"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Veterans </span></strong><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">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">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">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">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"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Current State Employees </span></strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;color:#161513"> </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">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:l3 level1 lfo7;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>
<h3 style="margin:0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Contact</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h3>
<p style="margin:0in;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">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>
<h4 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Working together to improve the state we love. </span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h4>
<p style="margin:0in;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:l6 level1 lfo8;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:l6 level1 lfo8;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>
<h4 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Benefits</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> </span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h4>
<p style="margin:0in;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>
<h4 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513">Your benefits may include:</span></strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"> </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h4>
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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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level2 lfo9;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:l9 level2 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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:l9 level1 lfo9;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>
<h4 style="margin:0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Support to help you reach your career goals:</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h4>
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<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">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>
<h4 style="margin:0in;background:white"><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black">Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:#161513"><o:p></o:p></span></h4>
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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:l1 level1 lfo11;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:l1 level1 lfo11;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 style="margin:0in;background:white"><strong><span style="font-size:9.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black;background:white">Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies</span></strong><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" style="line-height:105%"><b><span style="font-size:9.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">Lindsey Hanson
<i>|</i> SSB Training & Employment Manager</span></b><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif"><br>
</span></b><i><span style="font-size:7.5pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
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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"><br>
</span></b><span style="font-size:7.5pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">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"><br>
</span></b><span style="font-size:7.5pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif">Direct: 651-539-2340</span><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt;line-height:105%;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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