[rehab] St. Paul, MN DEED Hiring Accessibility Coordinator

Fri Feb 13 16:42:29 UTC 2015

Subject: Unclassified State Program Admin Senior Position

This is posted on the State of Minnesota application site through February 20, 2015.  Following is link to this site:

https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting

https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting

It is Job Posting 15DEED000020.

STATE PROG ADMIN SR
$ 20.92-$ 30.68 hourly, $ 43,681-$ 64,060 annually
Date Posted:

02/12/2015

Closing Date:

02/20/2015

Hiring Agency:

Employment & Econ Development Dept

Location:

St. Paul

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:

15DEED000020

Employment Conditions:

Limited, Full-time

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Days of Work:

Monday-Friday

Travel Required:

No

Job Grouping:

General Administration

Classified Status:

Unclassified

Job Description:

Please note, this is a one year temporary position, with the possibility of an extension. This position serves as an Accessibility Coordinator for the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).

Duties include:
1) Create, implement and champion a comprehensive accessibility work and communication plan that facilitates the development of a sustainable accessibility infrastructure and program for DEED.
2) Develop, coordinate and deliver an accessibility training curriculum for management and staff to facilitate the effective learning of accessibility standards and practices within the department.
3) Identify, draft and help implement department policies, procedures and guidelines needed to meet federal and state accessibility standards.
4) Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance technical and training expertise and integrate new knowledge into DEED's practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three (3) years professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations, training, making presentations to diverse groups,
web site management and or related experience. A Bachelor's Degree in Media Arts and Communications, Information-Technology, Web-design, Project Management, Training and Development, Human Resources would substitute for 1 year related experience.

Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally; ability to present complex information to users in a comprehensive style; ability to present both technical and system information for non-technical customers.

Experience with various Suite of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree or coursework in Media Arts and Communications, Information-Technology, Web-design, Project management, Training and Development, Information Design, Interactive Design, Human Resources.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations (especially Sections 504 and 508 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act, the State VR Rule, and Americans with Disabilities Act).

Knowledge of assistive technology tools, such as voice recognition systems and screen readers.

Knowledge of current trends in accessibility standards and software/hardware solutions.

Critical thinking and problem solving.
Demonstrated Presentation skills.
Excellent Customer Service.

Selection Process:

The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you.

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.

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. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license and record check will be conducted.

How to Apply:

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.mn.gov/mmb/careers/>.

Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an accommodation to apply for this position 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).

Contact for More Information:

Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/ sue.zeches at state.mn.us.

Apply for this job

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David Andrews | Chief Technology Officer
State Services for the Blind/Department of Employment and Economic Development
2200 University Ave. W., #240, St. Paul, MN 55114-1840
Direct:651-539-2294
http://mn.gov/deed

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