[rehab] FW: SSB Job Announcement

Wed Apr 9 18:42:00 UTC 2014

Yes, and if you get this job, your office will be right next to mine (LOL).

Dave

At 12:55 PM 4/9/2014, you wrote:
>Good job here in Minnesota.
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>Dick Davis
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>*From:* Fischer, Samantha (DEED) [mailto:samantha.fischer at state.mn.us]
>*Sent:* Wednesday, April 09, 2014 12:42 PM
>*Subject:* SSB Job Announcement
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>Hello Everyone,
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>Below is a job posting that has been posted to The State of Minnesota's
>website.  Please feel free to submit your resume or forward onto someone
>who may be qualified for this position but has not been included in the
>email list.  We want the broadest distribution we can get. Interested
>applicants may find this posting (enter 14DEED000073 in the "Posting
>Number" box) on the state's website which begins on this page:
>https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting Follow instructions on how to
>apply for jobs.
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>*MANAGEMENT ANALYST 4 , Program Analyst *
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>*$ 24.08-$ 35.71 hourly, $ 50,279-$ 74,562 annually*
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>*Date Posted:*
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>04/09/2014
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>*Closing Date:*
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>04/21/2014
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>*Hiring Agency:*
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>Employment & Econ Development Dept
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>*Location:*
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>St. Paul
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>*Who May Apply:*
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>*Open to all qualified job seekers*
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>*Posting Number:*
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>14DEED000073
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>*Employment Conditions:*
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>Permanent, Full-time
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>*Work Shift:*
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>Day Shift
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>*Days of Work:*
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>Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
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>*Travel Required:*
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>no
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>*Job Grouping:*
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>General Administration
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>*Classified Status:*
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>Classified
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>*What's Great About This Job:*
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>Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving
>blind,visually impaired and DeafBlind Minnesotans since 1923. It does so
>with a staff of 110 dedicated personnel, over 650 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.
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>*Job Description:*
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>This position exists to provide support to the Director of State Services
>for the Blind (SSB) by carrying out specific projects designed to build on
>organizational strengths while remedying identified deficiencies.
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>Duties include:
>1. Serve as the SSB policy consultant and legislative liaison so that SSB
>is effectively represented in legislative processes and is responsive in
>the development and implementation of policies.
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>2. Serve as SSB's primary rulemaker so that needed policy and housekeeping
>amendments are identified and guided through the formal rulemaking process
>in an accurate and timely manner so that SSB's processes impacting
>consumers and vendors are current and supportive of the rehabilitation
>process.
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>3. Serve as the project manager of the Senior Services Redesign Project so
>that SSB increases its capacity to serve the influx of aging blind,
>visually impaired and deafblind Minnesotans.
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>4. Lead the SSB Quality Assurance System activities so that SSB's ranking
>amongst blind agencies is improved.
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>5. Manage infrastructure development efforts, including IT, so that SSB
>interests are represented and projects are brought to a successful
>conclusion.
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>*Minimum Qualifications:*
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>Failure to provide sufficient detail which describes your knowledge, skills
>and abilities and work experience in the areas listed below in Minimum and
>Preferred Qualifications may result in your resume not being considered.
>Candidates are encouraged to use the Job Specific Questions Section of
>Resume Builder to elaborate on your minimum and preferred qualifications.
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>3 years of professional work experience performing project management
>duties, i.e. administrative rule related in a field serving persons with
>disabilities.
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>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the legislative process.
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>Ability to analyze proposed federal and state legislation and rules
>sufficient to provide input to SSB and DEED leadership regarding impact and
>policy development.
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>Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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>Demonstrated human relations skills, both oral and written, to be effective
>with both internal and external clientele.
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>Ability to be creative, innovative and persistent.
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>Intermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Suite applications, i.e.
>Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point.
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>*Preferred Qualifications:*
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>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the federal vocational
>rehabilitation and independent living laws, federal regulations, SSB's
>state rule, and practices within the vocational rehabilitation profession.
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>Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Americans with Disabilities
>Act, Technology Act,Workforce Investment Act, and related state laws, such
>as the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
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>Demonstrated research, analytical and evaluation skills.
>Strong problem solving skills.
>Knowledge and understanding of practices within the vocational rehabilition
>profession related to blindness.
>Excellent program and time management skills.
>Ability to understand complex and nuanced information.
>Experience moving a bill through the legislative process.
>Experience moving amendments through the rulemaking process.
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>*Selection Process:*
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>The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Your
>resume will be entered into a database. The software program matches your
>skills with the skills needed to perform the duties of the position. If
>your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may
>contact you.
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>After you have completed & submitted your on-line resume using Resume
>Builder, apply directly to this job announcement to ensure consideration
>for this vacancy.
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>Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may
>include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes
>contact with the applicant's former employers.
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>A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have
>access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial
>transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a
>Criminal History Check will be conducted on all finalists for this
>position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from
>consideration for employment.
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>In addition, when the position requires the applicant to drive a state
>owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license history check will be conducted.
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>*How to Apply:*
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>Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process.
>You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the
>selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click
>the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional
>information about the State's selection process, go to <
>http://www.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.
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>Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation should
>contact the Department of Employment and Economic Development's Office of
>Diversity and Equal Opportunity, in advance, so any necessary arrangements
>can be made. To request an accommodation, email DEED.ODEO at state.mn.us; or
>call 651-259-7094 (MN Relay 711 or MN Relay 1-800-627-3529).
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>*Contact for More Information:*
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>Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107 / sue.zeches at state.mn.us.
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>Chuk Hamilton
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>State Services for the Blind
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>2200 University Avenue West #240
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>St. Paul, MN 55114
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>(651) 539-2276