**Working Vocational Rehabilitation Area Manager****Job Class: Rehabilitation Counselor Supervisor****Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development**+ **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for expressions of interest and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.+ **Date Posted** : 04/17/2024+ **Closing Date** : 04/23/2024+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MMA+ **Division/Unit** : Rehabilitation Services / RS VR Field Svs X+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm+ **Days of Work** : Monday – Friday+ **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 20% of the time+ **Salary Range:** $37.28 – $53.68 / hourly; $77,840 – $112,083 / annually+ **Classified Status** : Classified+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 – Middle Management Association/MMA+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt – Executive+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.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 Rehabilitation Area Manager is responsible for planning, directing, controlling, and analyzing the entire scope of comprehensive Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) service delivery to referrals via the newly established Virtual Intake Unit , so those with a physical or mental disability receive VR services to help them reach their goals of working and living in the community.Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:+ Providing clinical and administrative supervision to ensure the provision of quality VR case work, in compliance with the state and federal law, consistent with departmental policies, procedures, and goals so that the casework function is in full compliance and results in quality client services.+ Managing and directing the personnel functions of the field office so that all positions are utilized, that staff perform their duties effectively, and all applicable labor agreements and plans are accurately administered.+ Providing team leadership and supervision so the work environment is healthy, cohesive, and productive; staff understand their role on the team; commitment and innovation are increased; and morale is enhanced.+ Developing and maintaining effective collaborative partnerships which promote customer service, enhance healthy customer relations, and assure all necessary coordination of services between VRS and other community agencies.+ Planning and managing the field office case service and non-personnel expenditures so that available funds are administered in a productive, cost-effective way for the optimal provision of VR services to persons with disabilities.This position is eligible to work out of one of the following VRS locations: Alexandria, Apple Valley, Austin, Bemidji, Blaine, Bloomington, Brainerd, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Cambridge, Chaska, Crookston, Duluth, Fairmont, Faribault, Fergus Falls, Hibbing, Mankato, Marshall, Minneapolis North, Minneapolis Northeast, Minneapolis South, Monticello, Moorhead, North St. Paul, Rochester, Roseau, Shakopee, St. Cloud, St. Paul, Staples, Thief River Falls, Willmar, Winona, Woodbury, or Worthington**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.**Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Human Services, Sociology, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or other closely related field as determined by the agencyANDThree (3) years of experience which demonstrates knowledge of the disability employment services system including leading of staff performing intake, eligibility determination, priority for services, assessment for VR needs, career counseling, case management, and fiscal responsibilities.Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:Experience in:+ Development, management, and coordination of projects and/or interdisciplinary committee opportunities, including data analysis and application, strategic planning, and budgeting.+ Collaborating, negotiating, and communicating with referral sources and stakeholders at a local, regional, and statewide level to build systems change, person-centered policies, and effective practices sufficient to help individuals with disabilities access VR services.Ability to provide leadership to a multifaceted team to meet the organization’s expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment.Incumbent must maintain valid driver’s license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.**Preferred Qualifications**Experience in a managerial or supervisory role which demonstrates knowledge of the disability employment services system including performing intake, eligibility determination, priority for services, assessment for VR needs, career counseling, case management, and fiscal responsibilities.Experience working and leading meetings in a virtual or hybrid setting using various virtual platforms (specifically Teams, Zoom, etc.).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).AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.