[rehab] Information Accessibility Specialist Job, St. Paul, MN

Wed Feb 18 21:06:31 UTC 2015

The Office of Accessibility at MN.IT Central is hiring an Information Accessibility Specialist. It was previously open, about six months ago - but the person who was hired left for other opportunities.

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

02/17/2015

Closing Date:

02/26/2015

Working Title:

Information Accessibility Spec

Hiring Agency:

Office of MN.IT Services

Division/Bureau:

MN.IT @ Central

Location:

St. Paul

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:

15MNIT000063

Employment Conditions:

Permanent, Full-time

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Days of Work:

Monday-Friday

Travel Required:

no

Job Grouping:

General Administration

Classified Status:

Classified

What's Great About This Job:

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Innovation * Opportunity * Work that Matters

Join the 2,000+ professionals who are bringing strategic vision to state government as part of Minnesota's newly-consolidated information technology agency. Work for MN.IT Services and be part of a cutting-edge organization that is emerging as a national leader in government IT. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands continuous improvement and encourages innovation in IT delivery. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MN.IT Services.

Job Description:

This is a temporary unclassified position that is being reposted. If you have previously applied, you need not apply again.

This position will assist MN.IT Service's Chief Information Accessibility Officer in designing, documenting, and implementing processes and best practices regarding IT accessibility with particular focus on testing, evaluation, and quality assurance. The Information Accessibility Specialist also assists as a training and outreach resource representing the department for MN.IT Services and other state agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

Position requires a minimum of two (2) years of experience in software quality assurance and/or design and development activities that includes:

-Experience creating accessible content in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Pro

-Experience with accessibility testing tools such as WAVE and color contrast
analysis and commercial tools such as Compliance Sheriff, Site Improve or WorldSpace

-Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history verification**

**It is the policy of the MN.IT Services that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification

Preferred Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree

-Knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 Accessibility standards and their implications for application and content usability and operation

-Knowledge of web and internet technology, including experience writing website code (ex: Javascript, html) and working with content management systems

-Experience writing for a wide range of electronic media including but not limited to: websites, social media channels, video scripts, instructional materials, press releases, and marketing/ad copy

Selection Process:

The selection process is a resume-based process. All applicants who apply to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required qualifications for this position, the department may contact you.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): 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. To qualify, you must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien; and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment at state.mn.us<mailto:MNIT.Recruitment at state.mn.us>. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your consideration for an interview under this legislation.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment at state.mn.us<mailto:MNIT.Recruitment at state.mn.us>.

How to Apply:

This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified job seekers simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of MN IT SERVICES who are currently in a SPA Sr. position and who are eligible to bid will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please do one of the following by the closing date:

1) Submit your resume through the on-line Resume Builder at http://www.mn.gov/careers/. You may copy and paste your existing resume or let the software create a resume for you. After you've completed your on-line resume, apply directly to this job posting (#15MNIT000063) by checking the "Apply for This Job" box and then clicking the "Apply to Selected Jobs" box at the bottom of the posting.

2) If you are unable to apply on-line via Resume Builder, submit your resume and a completed State of Minnesota Employment Application form to: Minnesota Management & Budget (MMB), 200 Centennial Office Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155. Please include this job posting number (#15MNIT000063) on your application. The paper application is available on the MMB website at http://www.mn.gov/careers/ or by calling 651-259-3637.

Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.

Contact for More Information:

Jenny Hickey, jenny.hickey at state.mn.us<mailto:jenny.hickey at state.mn.us>.

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State Services for the Blind/Department of Employment and Economic Development
2200 University Ave. W., #240, St. Paul, MN 55114-1840
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