Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2 - Go MN! Business Engagement Specialist
Company: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic De
Location: Duluth
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
(DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development
agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the
Minnesota economy, for everyone.
Our state's economy is diverse and dynamic, enriched by creative
entrepreneurs, established Fortune 500 companies, and a labor force
that brings the Minnesota values of hard work and integrity to work
every day. The unique role of DEED is to empower businesses and
workers to grow our economy by building partnerships, planning for
long term growth, and creating opportunity for workers from all
backgrounds and experiences.
We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants,
motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the
greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by
challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work
every day.
At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer,
communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating
inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.
Working Title: Go MN! Business Engagement Specialist
Job Class: Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented,
engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better
Minnesota.
Job Summary
This position works in DEED's Vocational Rehabilitation Services
(VRS) Division, which empowers Minnesotans with disabilities to
achieve their goals for competitive, integrated employment and
career development.
This position exists to support the Disability Innovation Fund
(DIF) grant award entitled Go MN!. The Business Engagement
Specialist will help rollout and establish the new, innovative
pilot program supporting individuals with disabilities as they
explore career opportunities in the transportation industry. This
position focuses on building a network of partnerships in
Northeastern Minnesota that links needs in the
high-growth/high-demand transportation industry with work
experience opportunities for people with disabilities.
Additionally, this position provides leadership in implementing Go
MN!'s Progressive Employment strategy.
Specifically, the Business Engagement Specialist:
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume
should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred
qualification listed, including dates of employment.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be
further evaluated on the following:
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
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
and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current
and/or former employers.
A Criminal Background 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 record check will be
conducted.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without
sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Application Details
About Department of Employment and Economic Development
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
(DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development
agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the
Minnesota economy, for everyone. Our state's economy is diverse and
dynamic, enriched by creative entrepreneurs, established Fortune
500 companies, and a labor force that brings the Minnesota values
of hard work and integrity to work every day. At DEED we live our
values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often,
seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and
being gracious.
DEED Is a Yellow Ribbon Agency. A Yellow Ribbon organization unites
and coordinates all key areas within an organization to create a
comprehensive network to proactively support servicemembers,
veterans and military families.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that
reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.
The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the
work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of
Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees
found:
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and
work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being,
professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee,
your benefits may include:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type
of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective
bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the
State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action,
and veteran-friendly employers. 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@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is
needed.
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