Job Description

Job Details

Working Title: Residential Educator-MSAB
Job Class: Human Services Technician
Agency: Mn State Academies

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/13/2023
• Closing Date: 11/20/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Minnesota State Academies / MSAB Residential
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Evening Shift (Sun7-11pm and Mon-Thurs 3p-12am)
• Days of Work: Sunday-Thursday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $20.01 - $26.81 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area: MSAB Dorm
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

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Job Summary

This announcement will be used to fill a 40 hour/week evening shift vacancy in the Human Services Technician classification at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind. This position is open for qualified bidders and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. This job is first to open to employees of this agency who are in the Human Services Technician classification and are eligible to bid. Other qualified applicants will be considered if there are no eligible bidders. This position will provide supervision of student(s) in the residential area and other duties as assigned at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting as a caregiver.
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand and follow directions and to maintain records and documentation.
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to residential students.
• Demonstrated knowledge in writing basic reports, do basic arithmetic, and read and interpret charts and graphs

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience/background working with blind/visually impaired students.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques.
• Must be able to walk/stand for at least eight hours.

Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following:

• A criminal background check

Application Details

How to Apply

Select \xe2\x80\x9cApply for Job\xe2\x80\x9d at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. If you have questions about the position, contact Kerry Vigesaa at kerry.vigesaa@msa.state.mn.us or 507-384-6604. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kerry Vigesaa at kerry.vigesaa@msa.state.mn.us.

About Mn State Academies

For over 150 years, the Minnesota State Academies has provided educational services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and blind/visually impaired students who range in age from birth to 21. The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) and the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) are statewide public schools with dormitory options that serves students from all regions of the state.

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\xe2\x80\x99s 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.