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The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) Vending Facilities Program, which operates under the federal Randolph-Sheppard Act, prepares legally blind individuals for a challenging and rewarding career in concession management. MCB is seeking a/Vending Facilities Program Coordinator/to assist with programmatic activities that promote, enhance, and contribute to the Program's success. Reporting to the Vending Program Supervisor, we seek an outgoing individual who thrives in developing relationships with stakeholders and individuals at statewide vending sites. You are organized, proactive, personable, and programmatically driven, and you are comfortable collecting data and developing research reports that will help determine outcomes and evaluate the locations and facilities of potential vending stands. _Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all-inclusive):_ · Identify and procure goods and services for the successful operation of approximately twenty(20) food vending stands across the Commonwealth, as well as identify new sites. · Records, monitors, andevaluates all program and vendor financial activities promptly. · Procure all equipment and supplies for vending locations through the agency's automated fiscal system. · Identifies,procures,andtrainsoperatorsonnecessaryadaptiveequipment. · Ascertains newstand build and refurbishment parameters viatravelto potential vending sites statewide. · Performson-sitevendinglocationassessmentstodeterminebuildandrefurbishment requirements. · Preparesandworkswithcontractsunitstaffondeveloping and implementingcontractsforvending siteconstruction,maintenance,andinstallationservices. · Develop and maintain professional relationships withsite grantors through regular vending statewide site visits. · Maintainsinventoryofallequipmentpurchased. · Assists with planning and facilitating the Massachusetts Elected Committee of Blind Vendors (MECBV) meetings andannual meetings. · Negotiates,drafts,edits,and finalizesoperationalpermitsbetweenMCBandindividualsite grantors. · Provide curriculum in all formats as requested, i.e., Braille. · Compiles, analyzes, and entersall program expenditure information in an electronic database and creates themandatory annualreport * * _Required Qualifications_ · A thorough knowledge of the Federal/State Vocational Rehabilitation Program and the principles of rehabilitation for the blind is required. · Knowledge of standard business practices is necessary. · Proficiency with disability-related issues. · Knowledge of Federal and State laws and Regulations governing the functions of the Commission for the Blind. · Ability to design and implement policy, program development, and evaluation processes. · Proficient with interpreting statistical data correctly and drawing sound conclusions. _Preferred Qualifications:_ · Ability to deal with sensitive, emotional, or potentially controversial interpersonal situations, which may entail working with others to overcome resistance and/or change behavior. · Knowledge of consumer service delivery systems. · Proficiency with disability-related issues. · Knowledge of the Commission for the Blind mission, goals, objectives, services, and programs and capable of explaining the agency's vision, mission, and service policy position. · ExcellentMicrosoft Officeskills(MicrosoftExcel,Word,andOutlook). · Abilitytomaintainandexpandunitdatabases. · Provencommunication& andnegotiation skills. · Strongschedulingandorganizationalcapabilities. · Knowledgeofthemethodsofgeneralreportwriting. Agency Mission: The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB) is the point of entry for vocational and social rehabilitation services for residents of the Commonwealth who are declared to be legally blind by an eye professional. Under a newly created category, MCB will expand service to qualifying individuals who have low vision with a progressive visual impairment. These services help individuals to work toward independence and full community participation. Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link, and complete the Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for the required experience.* II. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.* Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. _Comprehensive Benefits_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Administrative Services* *Organization: Commission for the Blind *Title: *Vending Program Coordinator Location: Massachusetts-600 Washington Street Requisition ID: 240005XR