[acb-hsp] [Jobs] Job Posting at Minn. State Services for the BlindCommunication Center

Sun Nov 11 18:02:16 EST 2012

 ---- Original Message ------
From: "Steve Jacobson" <steve.jacobson at visi.com
Subject: [Jobs] Job Posting at Minn.  State Services for the 
BlindCommunication Center
Date sent: Sun, 11 Nov 2012 13:50:59 -0600

Here is a posting for a volunteer coordinator position within the 
Communication Center at Minnesota State Services for the Blind.  
The Communication
Center provides braille and audio textbooks to students and 
operates Minnesota's Radio Talking Book service.

You can access this posting at

https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/e5041f981b14ee6da8e
1b558e310f5ae/View

or if that link does not work simply go to

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

and search for Posting Number 12DEED000217 using the "Posting 
Number" edit box.

STATE PROG ADMIN INTER , Alternative Formats
$ 17.56-$ 25.51 hourly, $ 36,665-$ 53,265 annually
Date Posted:  11/08/2012
Closing Date:  11/16/2012
Hiring Agency:  Employment & Econ Development Dept
Division/Bureau:  State Services for the Blind
Location:  St.  Paul
Who May Apply:  Open to all qualified job seekers
Posting Number:  12DEED000217
Employment Conditions:  Permanent, Full-time
Work Shift:  Day Shift
Days of Work:  Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM
Travel Required:  no
Job Grouping:  General Administration
Classified Status:  Classified
Job Description:
1.  Coordinate and monitor the daily audio transcription of print 
materials so that
customer needs and priorities are recognized and met.

2.  Coordinate, monitor, and support daily volunteer recording 
activities so that
customer needs and schedules are met.

3.  Provide general support to and maintenance of recording 
volunteer corps.

4.  Provide information on Communication Center volunteer 
opportunities and schedule
and administer the oral reading test to recording volunteer 
applicants.

5.  Assist in volunteer training, as requested by the supervisor, 
and daily reinforce
recording standards and policies with all recording volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:
Describe your qualifications, experience and knowledge in the 
"Job Specific Questions"
portion of Resume Builder in the following areas regarding 
minimum and preferred
qualifications.  Failure to address these areas may result in 
your resume not being
considered:

One year professional-level experience working with volunteers on 
behalf of an organization
(e.g.  organizing, assisting, coordinating, training, supporting, 
etc.) Alternatively,
a bachelor?s degree will substitute for the one year experience.

Knowledge and understanding of textbook formats, structures, and 
taxonomy sufficient
to identify transcribing issues and develop transcribing 
instructions and guidance
for volunteer audio transcribers.

Working knowledge of and experience with computer fundamentals, 
database management,
and software programs, including word-processing and 
spreadsheets.

Demonstrated strong problem solving skills.

Demonstrated excellent organizational, time management, and 
detail skills.

Demonstrated excellent human relations skills.

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills to 
persons of varied
skills, abilities, and intellect.

Must pass the volunteer coordinator oral reading test.  An 
applicant who has previously
passed the Communication Center general reading test or radio 
broadcaster test will
be deemed to have fulfilled this requirement.

Your resume and answers in the Job Specific Question Section MUST 
contain sufficient
detail of past experiences to determine qualifications based on 
the above criteria.
Selection of interviews will be based on assessment of 
experience/qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree or higher.
Knowledge of and experience with a DAISY software program to 
produce alternate media

for persons with barriers to accessing printed materials.

Experience as a volunteer.

Experience in training and/or teaching.

Experience working with persons who are blind, visually-impaired, 
physically disabled
and/or learning disabled.

Knowledge and understanding of educational, vocational, and 
access technology needs
of persons with barriers to accessing printed materials.

Selection Process:
The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process.  
Your resume will
be entered into a database.  The software program matches your 
skills with the skills
needed to perform the duties of the position.  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.  Please note that a Criminal 
History Check will be
conducted on all finalists for this position.  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.
To ensure consideration for this position, once you submit your 
resume through Resume
Builder, you must apply directly to posting number 12DEED000217 
by checking the "Apply
for this job" box found near the top of this announcement.

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.careers.state.mn.us/job-tip>.
Anyone with a disability who believes they may need an 
accommodation 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.

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