[Trainer-Talk] FW: TWO POSITIONS POSTED-Please Share Minnesota

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*From:* Pankow, Carol (DEED) [mailto:Carol.Pankow at state.mn.us]
*Sent:* Friday, July 15, 2016 11:04 AM
*To:* ddavis at blindinc.org
*Subject:* TWO POSITIONS POSTED-Please Share

https://careers.mn.gov/psp/hcm92apc/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001

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*Job Class: State Program Administrator Senior - Senior Services*

*Who May Apply:* Open to all qualified job seekers

*Date Posted:* 07/15/2016

*Closing Date:* 07/25/2016

*Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:* Employment & Economic Development

*Division/Unit:* State Services for the Blind

*Work Shift/Work Hours:* Day Shift

*Days of Work:* Monday - Friday

*Travel Required*: Yes

*Salary Range:* $21.98 - $32.24/hourly; $45,894 - $67,317/annually

*Classified Status:* Classified

*Job Summary*

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.

This position will provide adaptive/assistive technology-specific solutions, personally customized training materials and intensive  individualized customer training to seniors with vision loss.  The incumbent will provide expertise in the areas of blindness technologies, technology instruction, development of curriculum materials, implementation of training and technical support to blind and visually impaired Minnesotans in need of independent living assistance.  The successful candidate will need to have the knowledge and ability to interface with the following systems and applications:

-Applications/Programs/Software
-Operating Systems
-Personal Computers
-Personal Devices (smartphones, tablets, iPads, iPods etc.) -Organizational systems

This position also trains and updates SSU service providers, community-based agencies, partners, and other interested persons in utilizing and adapting information systems and developing assistive technology solutions for blind and visually impaired seniors and independent living consumers.

Travel is Required.

*Qualifications*

*Minimum Qualifications:*

Four years professional experience performing assistive technology services in an organization (public or private) whose mission includes the provision of services to persons who are injured or disabled so that an understanding and sensitivity toward people with disabilities has been obtained  OR

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or an education field AND one year of experience with assistive technology

Effective oral and written communications sufficient to provide program information and explain program rules and procedures, and write memos and case notes sufficient to provide clear and concise information.

Ability to express compassion and hope to visually impaired senior customers

Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend information

Computer skills demonstrating proficiency with a range of assistive technology solutions

Ability to collect and analyze information

Ability to work independently

*Preferred Qualifications:*

Experience working with persons with visual impairments

Experience working with seniors

Knowledge of blindness vision issues

Experience and practice with teaching adult learning techniques

*Additional Requirements*

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 current and/or 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

*Application Details*

*Why Work For Us*

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! The State of Minnesota offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays each year.

*How to Apply*

Click “Apply” at the bottom of this page. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637.

For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities.  If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at 651-259-7089 or Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us.  Please indicate what assistance is needed.

*Contact*

If you have questions about the position, contact Heidi Hartwig at heidi.l.hartwig at state.mn.us or 651.259.7101.
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651.259.3637 or email careers at state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need.

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https://careers.mn.gov/psp/hcm92apc/MNCAREERS/HRCR/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1001

*Job Class: State Program Administrator SeniorSenior Services Training
Coordinator*

*Who May Apply:* Open to all qualified job seekers

*Date Posted:* 07/15/2016

*Closing Date:* 07/25/2016

*Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:* Employment & Economic Development

*Division/Unit:* State Services for the Blind

*Work Shift/Work Hours:* Day Shift

*Days of Work:* Monday - Friday

*Travel Required*: Yes

*Salary Range:* $21.98 - $32.24/hourly; $45,894 - $67,317/annually

*Classified Status:* Classified

*Job Summary*