From: Servan, Carlos
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 1:11 PM
To: NCBVI Everyone
Subject: FW: Arizona-Blind Rehab Services Manager Announcement
Job opportunity in the blindness field.
Carlos R. Serv?n, J.D.
NCBVI
Executive Director
From: ncsab_members at ncsab.org > On Behalf Of Pankow, Carol (DEED)
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 1:05 PM
To: ncsab_members at ncsab.org
Subject: [NCSAB Members] Arizona-Blind Rehab Services Manager Announcement
From: Amy Porterfield
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 6:24 AM
To: rehab at nfbnet.org
Subject: Arizona needs a strong blind rehabilitation services manager
The Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration is in serious need of a strong blindness rehabilitation manager. If you are interested in leading in a significant role in an active state, please consider this position. https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov/https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fazstatejobs.azdoa.gov%2F&data=02%7C01%7Ccarol.pankow%40state.mn.us%7C2b25abd1a235427bfbac08d6f9969783%7Ceb14b04624c445198f26b89c2159828c%7C0%7C0%7C636970822512825726&sdata=hEcRIUA1t%2B%2F0TNwZvcGMDGHr0MEqSz42om9zcclBR6A%3D&reserved=0, job in 48022. The job announcement is pasted below
Regional Program Manager(Job Id 48022)
Post Date
06/21/2019
Close Date
Category
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION
Grade
23
Location
PHOENIX
Salary
57,000.00-62,000.00
Description
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
Your Partner For A Stronger Arizona
Regional Program Manager
1789 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85007
Would you like to be part of an amazing culture that helps Arizonans reach their full potential through temporary assistance? The Arizona Department of
Economic Security is looking for individuals that are committed to service, community, and teamwork.
Why Should You Apply?
We offer a competitive benefits package that is unmatched by the private sector and a culture that encourages team success and advocates for personal advancement.
- Affordable Health, Dental, Vision and Life and Disability Insurance
- 10 holidays per year
- Paid Vacation and Sick time off - start earning it your 1st day
- Eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
- Contribute to, and participate in the Arizona State Retirement System
- Ride Share and Public Transit Subsidy
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
Interested?
Apply through
azstatejobs.azdoa.govhttps://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fazstatejobs.azdoa.gov&data=02%7C01%7Ccarol.pankow%40state.mn.us%7C2b25abd1a235427bfbac08d6f9969783%7Ceb14b04624c445198f26b89c2159828c%7C0%7C0%7C636970822512825726&sdata=Sm2BU%2F%2FcZ60AEY30j3CXVY9OtZR1ACRqk7zQXrCcZBk%3D&reserved=0.
For questions about this career opportunity, please call (602) 774-5515. Requests for accommodations can be made by calling this number or by clicking
this link to access the
ADA Job Board.
The Department of Economic Security is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Regional Program Manager. The Regional
Program Manager position manages the Vocational Rehabilitation program for the region which includes oversight of field units and staff that serve individuals
with sensory disabilities (Blind, Visual Impairment, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf/Blind individuals), Blind Enterprise Program, and Older Individuals
who are Blind Independent Living program.
This posting will remain open until a sufficient number of resumes are received
Job Duties:
- Ensures that federal, state, and regional performance goals are met
- Ensures that policies and procedures are fully implemented
- Responsible for program staffing, reviewing and approving personnel actions and performance evaluations
- Participates with various stakeholders to coordinate service programs and represents RSA on boards, committees, and work groups
- Completes and reviews high cost cases and policy exceptions
- Participates in statewide management activities and program improvement initiatives
- Participates in Arizona Management System initiatives
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations for Vocational Rehabilitation, rehabilitation principles and practices, budget and fiscal
management, and reporting requirements.
- Knowledge of effective management and supervisory techniques and personnel and management principles. Understanding of rehabilitation techniques
and specialty knowledge in the areas of rehabilitation for sensory disabilities to include Blindness, Deafness and Combined Vision and Hearing loss.
- Knowledge of best practices as it relates to serving individuals with sensory disabilities
- Knowledge of Business Enterprise Program, Independent Living for Older Blind, and Vocational Rehabilitation for Blind, Visually Impaired, Deaf,
Hard of Hearing, and Combined Hearing and Vision loss.
- Ability to interpret state and federal laws and regulations
- Ability to think strategically and solve complex problems
- Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders
Licenses and Certifications:
- Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or a related field
- If the position is required to drive on state business, the position will require the possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued
driver?s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver?s license record checks, must maintain acceptable
driving records and must complete any driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).
Qualifications:
- Current or previous supervisory or management experience preferred
- Commission on Rehabilitation Certification (CRC) preferred
- Employee shall have or be able to obtain a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card issued pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 41-1758.07
in order to work with children and vulnerable adults.
- Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify), applicable to all newly hired state employees
- Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency?s
ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
- Candidates for this position shall be subject to a search of both the Child Protective Services Central Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 8-804 and
the Adult Protective Services Registry pursuant to A.R.S. 46-459.
All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government
whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every state
employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results. State employees are highly engaged, collaborative
and embrace a culture of public service.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program ? Under Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI and VII), and the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990 (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination
Act (GINA) of 2008; the Department prohibits discrimination in admissions, programs, services, activities, or employment based on race, color, sex, national
origin, age, disability, genetics and retaliation. To request this document in alternative format or for further information about this policy, contact
your local office; TTY/TDD Services: 7-1-1. ?Free language assistance for DES services is available upon request.
Apply Now
Carol Pankow | Assistant Commissioner-Workforce Services
Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
1st National Bank Building, 332 Minnesota St., Suite E200, St. Paul MN 55101
Direct: 651-539-7230
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