Metropolitan State University, a member of the Minnesota State, serves approximately 11,000 students in the greater Twin Cities Metropolitan area. We are the most diverse university in the system, with approximately 41% of our students coming from communities of color. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. Visit our web site at http://www.metrostate.edu

Internal Bidding Open Date: 5/9/2016 (bidding eligibility as per the MAPE agreement)

Internal Bidding Close Date: 5/18/2016

Position Classification: Sign Language Interpreter

Work Title: Sign Language Interpreter and Alt Media Worker

Bargaining Unit: MAPE

Employment Condition: Full-time, unlimited, non-exempt

Office: St. Paul Campus, Student Affairs(travel to other campuses required based upon need)

Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 8am-4:30pm, with some evening and weekend hours required based upon need

Job Responsibilities:Disability Services supports eligible students with disabilities by providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations as required by Federal, State laws and Minnesota State Board Policy 1B, 4 in support of the Metropolitan State University mission of equal opportunity for all individuals to participate in university programs, services and activities. This position ensures equal access to university life by providing effective sign language interpreting for students and visitors who are deaf and hard of hearing. This position will support Disability Services staff in providing accommodations and services to students with disabilities and assisting faculty with classroom accessibility.

Minimum Position Qualifications:The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position:

Graduation from a recognized two-year interpreting program or R.I.D. certification is required. Two years of experience interpreting in a postsecondary environment Proficiency in American Signed Exact English, American Sign Language, and Accurate Signed English,

and demonstrated mastery of specialized and technical signs appropriate to a University setting. Excellent written and oral English skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a diverse population in a

positive, courteous, helpful manner to deliver services

Knowledge and application of the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct and American with Disabilities Act

Basic skills in computer applications including word processing with the ability and willingness to learn new systems

The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously Regular and punctual attendance; the incumbent is expected to work a varied work schedule including

evenings and weekends Physical stamina to effectively provide interpreting services

Preferred Qualifications:(These are typically soft skills that are preferred, but not essential to do the job and will be screened by the Search Committee through phone and on-campus interviews/presentations, and references – hard to screen “off paper credentials”. They would also include more years of experience than the minimum qualification listed. For example, if you listed 2 years of teaching experience in the minimums, then you would state “More than 2 years of teaching experience” under preferred, so you can screen more thoroughly.)Please use the below as a guide.

College level preparation or B.S./B.A. Three years of experience supervising office services staff Three years of experience working at a managerial level responsible for maintain budget controls Experience in a higher education institution Ability to investigate situations and develop, analyze and select courses of action, negotiate solutions,

and make decisions. Evidence of the ability to manage and complete projects, prioritize work and manage multiple projects

simultaneously, attend to detail, anticipate office needs, and meet deadlines. Computer knowledge at an intermediate level in word processing, spreadsheets, database

management, and email systems is required. (MS Word, MS Excel, Access, and Outlook preferred).

Physical Requirements of the Job: [HR will insert some template language here, let HR know of any specifications, too]

The University: Metropolitan State University, a member of the Minnesota State, serves approximately 11,000 students in the greater Twin Cities Metropolitan area. We are the most diverse university in the system, with approximately 41% of our students coming from communities of color. The university offers programs leading to baccalaureate, masters and doctoral degrees. We provide accessible, high quality liberal arts, professional and graduate education with continued emphasis on marginalized groups, including adults and communities of color. Recognized in 2008 by the Carnegie Foundation for Community Engagement and named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, the university is committed to academic excellence and community engagement through curriculum, teaching scholarship and services designed to support an urban mission.

Visit our web site at http://www.metrostate.edu

For campus safety information and crime statistics visit:www.metrostate.edu/security

The School/Academic Department: Provide brief department explanation here – you may want to copy/paste from the Metro dept. website and/or refer to that specific web address.

Salary Range: $18.45 - $26.80 per hour depending upon qualifications

Application Procedure:

Bid applications with attached resumes will be accepted by the Human Resources division located at Founder’s Hall, Suite 305, 700 East Seventh Street, St. Paul, MN 55106 or by email to: Human.Resources@metrostate.edu.

* Employment for this position is covered by the MAPE collective bargaining agreement which can be found at: http://www.mn.gov/mmb/images/contract-mape-2015-2017-web-version-final.pdf

Notice: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

For TTY, call Minnesota Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) at 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.

Metropolitan State University 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.

The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.