*The successful candidate may be eligible for a $5,000.00 hiring incentive*

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. You’ll be part of, and contribute to, a lively and energetic team with a positive internal culture that ensures this isn’t just a job – but a career. Together the VRS team makes an impact and creates possibilities that make a real and lasting difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Share your passion for this work and join the VRS team!

The Placement Coordinator position exists to develop competitive, integrated employment opportunities for job seekers with disabilities utilizing a person-centered approach. This requires the incumbent to consider the job seeker's interests, strengths, abilities, and qualifications to connect the job seeker to suitable employment opportunities. This position specializes in business engagement activities such as developing business relationships, seeking opportunities to meet business needs, providing disability education and resources to businesses, and arranging, developing, and coordinating work-based learning opportunities with local businesses for students.

Frequent travel is required to meet with participants and businesses in the community. Occasional travel is necessary to attend departmental meetings or trainings in other areas of the state. Travel up to five (5) days per week.

This position will be open on a continuous basis until posted end date or until all positions are filled.

*Hiring Incentive: The successful incumbent of this position may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $5,000 paid out in two (2) lump sums following the completion of the required probationary period and following two (2) years of successful service in the role.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Counseling, Vocational Evaluation, Job Placement, Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Human Services, or closely related field as determined by the agency;

OR

One (1) year of experience where the primary focus was the provision of vocational services for persons with disabilities (e.g., Job Developer, Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Vocational Evaluator, Special Education);

OR

Three (3) years* of para-professional experience where the primary focus was the provision of vocational services for people with disabilities (e.g., Job Coach).

*A Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Counseling, Vocational Evaluation, Job Placement, Vocational Rehabilitation, Education, Human Services, or closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with schools, students, counselors, counties, businesses, etc.
• Human relations skills including ability to negotiate, collaborate, build, and maintain positive working relationships with job seekers and employers.
• Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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.

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