[Blindtlk] Minnesota Vending Supervisor Job

[David Andrews]

I encourage you to post this in as many places/listservs as you can. 
The posting ends 4/25/07. Thank you for your cooperation.

Chuk Hamilton, Director
Minnesota State Services for the Blind
2200 University Avenue W. #240
St. Paul, MN 55114-1840
Phone (651) 642-0512
Toll free (800) 652-9000
Fax (651) 649-5927
E-mail: chuk.hamilton at state.mn.us

 >>> Pam Brown 4/3/2007 5:21 PM >>>
The Business Enterprise Program (Randolph-Sheppard) of Minnesota 
Services for the Blind is currently hiring the Supervisor 
position.  The current Supervisor will not retire until July 
2008.  However, the position is being filled immediately to provide 
the training time required to facilitate a smooth transition and 
maintain quality of services in this critical program.  The vacancy 
posting can be accessed at www.doer.state.mn.us and is posting number 
07DEED000050.  Additional information is contained below.

$ 22.58 - $ 32.92 hourly, $ 47,147 - $ 68,737 annually

Job Duties: Provide leadership and supervision to the statewide 
Business Enterprises Program for the Blind, in accordance with the 
provisions of state and federal laws and rules, department and 
program policies.

Responsible for all financial aspects, including budget, the 
management of four revolving funds, the purchase and disposition of 
all vending equipment, insurance and fringe benefit, and any other 
aspects related to financial management.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, 
Marketing or closely related field.

At least 2 years supervisory experience. Experience must include 
staff supervision, fiscal management, program development and budget 
development.

Your resume 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: Master's degree in Business Administration 
or closely related field.
Supervisory experience in a Business Enterprise Program.
Direct knowledge of/experience in the vending industry preferred.
Knowledge/experience with small retail operations
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated program leadership skills, including the ability to 
effectively prioritize a large and multi-faceted workload.
Self-motivated, independent, creative, innovative, persistent and responsible.
Great problem solving ability
Knowledge of Word and Excel
Ability to work with people with varied skills, abilities and personalities.
Experience working with individuals who are blind, visually impaired 
or DeafBlind.
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.

If you have already submitted a resume to this database within the 
last 12 months that clearly identifies your knowledge, skills, 
abilities, and experience, you do not need to submit another.
How to Apply: You are strongly encouraged to submit your resume 
through the online Resume Builder at 
<https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/ResumeBuilder>. You may copy and 
paste in your existing resume or let the software create a resume for 
you. You may edit your resume later should your contact information 
or experience change. The Resume Builder also collects your work 
preference information so we can match you with future job openings 
that meet your interests.

If you wish to apply with a paper copy, submit your resume AND a 
completed State of Minnesota Employment Application form to: 
Minnesota Department of Employee Relations (DOER), 200 Centennial 
Office Building, 658 Cedar Street, St. Paul, MN 55155. Be sure to 
indicate the posting number of this job on your application. The 
paper application is available on the State Employment Web and DOER 
web sites, at any state agency HR office, or by calling 651-296-2616 
or, in greater Minnesota, 1-800-657-3974.

for additional information about the position itself, contact Pam 
Brown, Director of Workforce Development for Minnesota Services for 
the Blind at Pamela.Brown at state.mn.us or 651-642-0793.  For 
information about benefits for Minnesota state employees contact  Sue 
Zeches   at sue.zeches at state.mn.us  or 651-259-7107.


Pam Brown, Director
WorkForce Development
State Services for the Blind
651-642-0793


David Andrews and white cane Harry.