**Working Title: Intermittent Driver** **Job Class: Automobile Driver** **Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development** + **Job ID** : 88149 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Intermittent + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 08/18/2025. + **Date Posted** : 08/12/2025 + **Closing Date** : 08/25/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Department of Employment & Economic Development / Insufficient Work Time + **Division/Unit** : State Services for the Blind + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes, up to 100% of the time + **Salary Range:** $20.21 - $22.60 / hourly + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrepresented + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Minnesota State Services for the Blind (SSB) has been serving blind, low vision, and Deaf Blind Minnesotans since 1923. Each year SSB assists thousands in leading full, active, and productive lives. Come be part of a great organization in a great state. SSB offers tools and training for employment and for helping seniors remain independent and active. As Minnesota’s accessible reading source, we also transcribe books and other materials into alternative formats, including audio and braille. We assist Minnesotans who are blind, DeafBlind, losing vision, or who have another disability that makes it difficult to read print. This position exists to provide intermittent driver services to staff or customers of State Services for the Blind. The incumbent will transport SSB staff, customers or equipment to and from meetings and outreach activities. This position will be based out of the St. Paul office. This is an intermittent position and will work hours based on operational needs. This position requires local and regional daytime travel with occasional overnights throughout the State of Minnesota. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. **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.** + Must possess a valid Class D driver’s license. Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: + Ability to drive staff and customers in a safe and comfortable manner. + Knowledge of basic vehicle care and maintenance. + Customer service skills to provide prompt, courteous service to customers. + Ability to coordinate and maintain a schedule. + Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license and insurance. **Preferred Qualifications** + Ability to describe graphs, charts, illustrations, and pictures or other materials accurately and sufficiently to blind staff or customers to ensure accurate comprehension. + 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** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: + Criminal Background Check + Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only) + Employment Reference Check + Conflict of Interest Review + Driver’s License and Records Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.