Rehabilitation Program Specialist 2 - Go MN! Business Engagement Specialist

Company: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic De
Location: Duluth
Posted on: September 19, 2023

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

• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/07/2023.
• Date Posted: 08/31/2023
• Closing Date: 09/21/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Employee Payroll / RS Director
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8am to 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, up to 75% of the time
• Salary Range: $27.01 - $39.74 / hourly; $56,396 - $82,977 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
  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:
  
  • Facilitates robust and effective outreach to community partners and helps market the Go MN! program to stakeholders such as local businesses and employer associations.
    
  • Works directly with local businesses to provide information on the Go MN! program and helps coordinate opportunities for job seekers to explore careers in the transportation industry with local businesses.
    
  • Helps build and establish a network of providers of Go MN! services and facilitates coordination of career exploration opportunities with all relevant stakeholders.
    
  • Works with VRS staff as a Go MN! program representative to provide information and technical assistance regarding the program.
    
  • Documents outreach efforts and services provided to stakeholders for reporting purposes and to identify opportunities to improve the Go MN! program.
    
    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.
    
    • Two (2) years of professional experience in sales, marketing, communications, or community engagement, demonstrating human relation and communication skills necessary to build and foster partnerships with stakeholders.
      
      Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
      
      • Leadership and project management skills sufficient to lead and manage details of complex projects.
        
      • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
        
      • Proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Project Management Software) or the ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
        
      • Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.
        
        Preferred Qualifications
        
        • Experience providing business engagement opportunities on behalf of people with disabilities.
          
        • Experience working with employment-related issues that impact those with disabilities.
          
        • Experience with state laws, rules, regulations, trends, and best practices regarding hiring, training, and reasonable accommodations for job seekers and employees.
          
        • Experience developing reports, executing communication plans, and building shared processes and procedures.
          
        • Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
          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:
          
          • 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
          • 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
          • 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
          • 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
            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:
            
            • Public pension plan
            • Training and professional development
            • Paid vacation and sick leave
            • 11 paid holidays each year
            • Paid parental leave
            • Low-cost medical and dental coverage
            • Prescription drug coverage
            • Vision coverage
            • Wellness programs and resources
            • Employer paid life insurance
            • Short-term and long-term disability
            • Health care spending and savings accounts
            • Dependent care spending account
            • Tax-deferred compensation
            • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
            • Tuition reimbursement
            • Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
              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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