[Trainer-Talk] Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator (WMS 2)

Thu May 30 18:40:28 UTC 2019

David Andrews | Chief Technology Officer
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
State Services for the Blind
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From: Jobs [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Dick Davis via Jobs
Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2019 1:39 PM
To: Jobs for the Blind <jobs at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Dick Davis <ddavis at blindinc.org>; jpcruzer at outlook.com; Rehabilitation Counselor Mailing List <rehab at nfbnet.org>
Subject: [Jobs] FW: Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator (WMS 2)
Importance: High

Dear List Members,
Here is a good job for someone.
Dick Davis, Chair
NFB Employment Committee

From: Jim Portillo [mailto:jpcruzer at outlook.com<mailto:jpcruzer at outlook.com>]
Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2019 12:40 PM
To: Jim Portillo <jpcruzer at outlook.com<mailto:jpcruzer at outlook.com>>
Subject: FW: Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator (WMS 2)
Importance: High

Hello,

The Orientation and Training Center where I work, located in Seattle, is looking for a new Program Manager (someone who will run the program).  We’ve been encouraged to spread the word to people who might be interested in such a position.  We need people with knowledge in the Rehabilitation system and in the field of blindness and blindness training.  Hopefully we’ll get plenty of applicants so that we can select the right person for the job.  The email follows.

From: Cox, Kristina (DSB)
Sent: Friday, April 5, 2019 3:54 PM
Subject: Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator (WMS 2)
Importance: High

Hello, All DSB:

Please spread far and wide, we are recruiting for an Orientation and Training Center Administrator<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.governmentjobs.com%2Fcareers%2Fwashington%2Fjobs%2F2402124%2Forientation-and-training-center-otc-administrator%3Fkeywords%3DOrientation%2520and%2520Training%2520Center%2520(OTC)%2520Administrator%2520%26pagetype%3DjobOpportunitiesJobs&data=02%7C01%7Cdavid.b.andrews%40state.mn.us%7Ce16fe1fa45f443bfec2b08d6e52e1214%7Ceb14b04624c445198f26b89c2159828c%7C0%7C0%7C636948383365173528&sdata=2dHtUfTZKY7jaR30R5r%2B40dPC5VDAHAINj%2Fn74jacOE%3D&reserved=0> in the DSB Seattle Office.

The goal of the Department of Services for the Blind (DSB) is to assist in the stable employment of Blind, Deaf Blind and Low Vision clients. The purpose of the Orientation and Training Center (OTC) Administrator is to manage the programs and participant activity performed by the agency with residential and commuting students located in the Orientation and Training Center (OTC) in the Seattle area.

The position is a leadership role that is responsible for a multi-disciplinary team along with managing a budget of over $1 million dollars. The funds provide a number of services that include assessments, adjustment to blindness, self-advocacy, adaptive skills of living, and vocational training services that serve 60-100 Washington State residents who are blind, low vision, or deaf blind. The ability to provide these services fulfills the agency's mission of "Inclusion, Independence, and Economic Vitality for individuals with visual disabilities.

Qualifications
Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, Counseling, Public or Business Administration, Adult Education, or related field required;

OR

Six (6) years' experience in public administration and/or developing and managing adult educational training programs

AND

Expert knowledge of current rehabilitation teaching practices

Special Requirement:

  *   Must pass Criminal Justice Records Check
Preferred/Desired:

  *   Masters' Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Rehabilitation Teaching, Public or Business Administration, Adult Education, or a related field
  *   Work experience with a range of people with disabilities
  *   Experience in:
     *   Job readiness/vocational training
     *   Adaptive technologies of blindness and low vision
     *   Work within a public Vocational Rehabilitation program
     *   English as a Second Language (ESL) training
     *   Managing distance learning programs
     *   Curriculum development and course scheduling
     *   Supervisory experience

Supplemental Information
Please attach the following documents, failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position:

  *   A letter of interest that shows your personality and voice to describe why you are the successful candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position;
  *   Current resume, detailing experience, and education; and
  *   A list of at least three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers.
By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.

We celebrate our differences and we are committed to a workplace that supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or 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.<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonrelay.com%2F&data=02%7C01%7Cdavid.b.andrews%40state.mn.us%7Ce16fe1fa45f443bfec2b08d6e52e1214%7Ceb14b04624c445198f26b89c2159828c%7C0%7C0%7C636948383365183532&sdata=z0DVzKXyT8YhX3bPTB%2BEWXEIFlQbvLK8%2Fc3xbhAvK0A%3D&reserved=0>

Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact Lolo Florentino Arevalo at (360) 407-8074 or Lolo.arevalo at des.wa.gov<mailto:Lolo.arevalo at des.wa.gov>

Thanks,

Kristina Cox
Executive Assistant and HR Consultant
Department of Services for the Blind
PO Box 40933
Olympia, WA 98504
(360) 725-3836

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