[rehab] FW: DSB Job Bulletin - Orientation and Training Center Administrator
Jim Portillo
portillo.jim at gmail.com
Sat Jul 19 06:35:06 UTC 2014
Hi there,
I posted this a little before the convention but wanted to make sure and do
it one more time, just in case anyone didn't see this or may still have
interest!
Please help spread to other lists.
Jim
From: Portillo, Jim (DSB) [mailto:jim.portillo at dsb.wa.gov]
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2014 3:44 PM
To: portillo.jim at gmail.com
Subject: FW: DSB Job Bulletin - Orientation and Training Center
Administrator
Subject: DSB Job Bulletin - Orientation and Training Center Administrator
FYI, the following DSB job bulletin has just been posted on the state
Careers-WA website: Orientation and Training Center Administrator_WMS2
(05285).
Job Title:
Orientation and Training Center Administrator _WMS 2 (05285)
Opening Date/Time:
Thu. 06/05/14 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Salary:
$63,400.00 - $74,200.00 Annually
Job Type:
Full Time - Permanent
Location:
King County - Seattle - S. Seattle, Washington
Department:
Dept. of Services for the Blind
Print Job Information
<http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=887571>
Apply
<https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/887571/Orientation%20and%20Training%20C
enter%20Administrator%20WMS%202%2005285/Agency/washington/apply>
Description Benefits Supplemental Questions
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The Washington State Department of Services for the Blind's (DSB) goal is to
open doors of opportunity to those who are blind and visually impaired to:
pursue their dreams, determine their goals, develop their skills and
abilities, and participate socially and economically in the community. The
primary responsibility of the agency is to assist customers with visual
impairments retain their employment, become employed and/or increase
independence and inclusion in their communities.
Please Note: The Department of Services For the Blind is not a medical
rehabilitation agency.
This recruitment announcement will remain open until filled. The hiring
authority reserves the right and may exercise the option to make a hiring
decision at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Duties:
Program Profile
The goal of DSB's Customer Services is to assist in the skills development
and stable employment of Blind, Deaf Blind and Low Vision individuals.
The Orientation and Training Center (OTC) contributes to the Customer
Services mission of "Inclusion, Independence, and Economic Vitality" by
providing intensive training and experiences that empower students to
increase their self-awareness, self-advocacy, alternative skills of
Blindness, and employability to each student's maximum potential.
The OTC accomplishes these goals through combinations of formal training in
a classroom setting and a variety of community-based activities.
This position takes the lead in managing the Orientation and Training Center
by:
* Creating staff and student policies
* Managing OTC budget and services
* Analyzing data and trends
* Clarifying and communicating agency policy & procedure
* Identifying staff training needs & gaps and developing training
plans & opportunities
* Providing detailed performance expectations and evaluation
* Providing technical support and assistance to staff
* Actively participating in and/or managing statewide agency projects
* Ensuring work outputs match agency mission, requirements and goals
Key Responsibilities
Assign agency activities with mission, values and regulations
* Communicate to staff, agency customers and external customers the
Agency's scope and mission, the VR process, and the scope and impact of
broader laws and regulations such as the Rehab Act, Code of Federal
Regulations, RSA technical guidelines, Americans with Disability Act (ADA),
Washington State WAC 67-25, and DSB procedure
* Emphasize within team the Agency cultural values, including:
* Belief in DSB customer abilities, safety, respect, dignity, and
movement towards their maximum independence
* Direct Communications
* Performance- and Team-oriented
* Accountability
* Ensure that training program supports needs of adult learners with
range of disabilities
* Emphasize and encourage vocational context for all multidisciplinary
team staff roles
* Establish, review and revise agency procedure
Provide staff guidance, supervision, and training
* Develop clear and feasible performance expectations through PDF and
PDP process - Provide clear, valid, and data-driven performance measurements
and feedback to staff
* Identify performance gaps, and collaborate/communicate with staff to
develop a plan to bridge gaps and assess progress and best fit for position
* Evaluate and monitor customer service delivery processes by
conducting and analyzing customer case record reviews regularly to assure
best practices are utilized, and federal & state regulations are followed
* Recruit, recommend for hire, and develop staff
Program oversight
* Oversee facility and residential needs for the OTC
* Provide direct marketing and orientation of program and activities
to DSB customers and community members
* Provide supports for student scheduling, comprehensive trainings and
career experience for approximately 80 residential and commuting students
annually
* Maintain accurate data for program evaluation and reporting such as
Results Washington presentations and other forums
* Analyze spending trends and outcomes to assist teams in best
stewardship of state resources
* Develop and implement outreach strategies within teams to increase
student capacity and target awareness in underserved communities
Additional responsibilities include:
* Communicate program updates within the teams, and communicate staff
needs to management group
* Manage change process for teams; communicate, and implement change,
addressing staff needs within change process
* Communicate agency performance and budget goals and outcomes with
teams, and strategize with teams for continuous performance improvements
* Act as mediator for resolution of staff-to-staff or client-to-staff
disputes
* Initiate, manage and guide agency program improvement projects
* Manage contracts in accordance with state and agency regulations
* Identify new resources and tools that may assist clients in their
DSB process
* Develop Agency Resources; identify & secure new or alternate sources
of funding and community resources for customer services
This position is based in Seattle with occasional travel. State vehicles are
provided, however if a vehicle is unavailable, a personal vehicle or
alternative transportation may be required to meet travel needs. Portable
devices are offered to work remotely while in the field. The work schedule
is 40 hours per week.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED:
A Bachelor's degree in in the following or related fields: blind
rehabilitation (LV, O&M, VRT, Assistive Technology, education for the
blind); adult education; educational program management; vocational
rehabilitation
PREFERRED:
* Master's degree in the following or related fields: blind
rehabilitation (LV, O&M, VRT, Assistive Technology, education for the
blind); adult education; educational program management; vocational
rehabilitation
* 5 years experience in managing a blindness rehabilitation program
* 5 years experience in budget management
* Expert knowledge of federal vocational rehabilitation mission,
context and regulations
* Work experience with a range of people with disabilities
* Experience in current theories and practice of adult education and
blind rehabilitation and/or adaptive technology training
* Strong leadership skills and experience
* Supervisory skill and experience
* Strong ability to organize and prioritize workload
* Ability to manage risks while exploring/encouraging innovative
solutions and strategies
* Ability to manage urgent situation calmly and clearly
* Experience in managing reasonable accommodation needs in the
workplace
Supplemental Information:
How to Apply:
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the
following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this
position:
* A letter of interest describing how you meet the specific
qualifications for this position; and,
* A current resume, detailing experience, and education; and,
* A list of at least three professional references with current
contact information.
The act of submitting Failure to include the items requested above will
disqualify your application from consideration.
_____
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY:
* The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and
completeness of the "work experience" section of your application in
Careers.wa.gov, completeness of the application material submitted, and the
supplemental questionnaire.
* A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience"
section of the application. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire
regarding work experience must be reflected in the "work experience" section
of the application.
* The act of submitting application materials electronically is
considered affirmation that the information provided in the application is
complete and truthful to the best of your knowledge and the information
submitted may be verified by the hiring agency.
Prior to any new appointment into the Department of the Service for the
Blind, a background check will be conducted. The selected candidate must
pass the DSB FBI Criminal Background Check process. Background checks, to
include fingerprinting, are required for employees and applicants considered
for positions within DSB when the employee will have unsupervised access to
customers who are considered vulnerable adults or children.
For questions or information regarding this recruitment, call Joe Vidales at
360-407-8252 or email jobs at des.wa.gov.
_____
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's
Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD-214, or other verification of
military service.
Note. Applicants claiming veteran's preference points must attach the
documentation with each on-line application. If you do not provide
appropriate documentation to qualify for these preference points, the points
will not be awarded.
For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to
determine if you are eligible, click here
<http://www.careers.wa.gov/veteranspreferences.html> .
The Department of Services for the Blind is an equal opportunity employer.
Persons with a disability who need assistance with their application or that
need this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 664-1960 or
toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the
Washington Relay Service <http://www.washingtonrelay.com/> .
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