Minnesota State
OSP Internship Coordinator
The OSP Internship Coordinator facilitates training and employment opportunities for students with disabilities enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program. This role is essential for supporting students in the classroom and on the job, supporting students' transition from school to work, enhancing classroom learning experiences, and establishing and maintaining meaningful internship sites. By collaborating with employers, outside agencies, and educational staff, the coordinator ensures students receive comprehensive support both in the classroom and the workplace, promoting their personal and professional development. Principal Responsibilities And Results: Establish internship sites for community-based instruction, including writing training plans and agreements, and establishing safety requirements for the job. Develop job possibilities for individuals with disabilities who have been or are currently enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program. Job (lab) support: Provide transition, tutoring and support services as needed by individual students, including assistance from a school setting to the job site, being a job coach and training coach and making referrals as needed. Academic support Salary Range:
$21.57-$30.13/ per hour Minimum Qualifications: Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure; AND one year of teaching/tutoring experience in at the high school level or above. OR 4 years of work experience -no degree/certification/diploma/licensure required. OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience Preferred Qualification: Familiarity with community resources and agencies that support individuals with disabilities, and the ability to establish strong working relationships with them. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, employers, parents, and colleagues. Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience providing individualized support and coaching to students with diverse needs in both classroom and work-based settings Other Requirements: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):
Varies Telework (Yes/No):
No Institution Information: Mission:
Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment. Vision:
Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability. Guiding Principles: Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources. Empowerment We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders. Excellence We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes. Trust and Respect We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders. Collaboration We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders. Curiosity and Creativity We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve. Accountability As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures. Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date:
09-05-2025 Open Date:
08-14-2025 Close Date:
08-21-2025 Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky Posting Contact Email:
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu
The OSP Internship Coordinator facilitates training and employment opportunities for students with disabilities enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program. This role is essential for supporting students in the classroom and on the job, supporting students' transition from school to work, enhancing classroom learning experiences, and establishing and maintaining meaningful internship sites. By collaborating with employers, outside agencies, and educational staff, the coordinator ensures students receive comprehensive support both in the classroom and the workplace, promoting their personal and professional development. Principal Responsibilities And Results: Establish internship sites for community-based instruction, including writing training plans and agreements, and establishing safety requirements for the job. Develop job possibilities for individuals with disabilities who have been or are currently enrolled in the Occupational Skills Program. Job (lab) support: Provide transition, tutoring and support services as needed by individual students, including assistance from a school setting to the job site, being a job coach and training coach and making referrals as needed. Academic support Salary Range:
$21.57-$30.13/ per hour Minimum Qualifications: Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure; AND one year of teaching/tutoring experience in at the high school level or above. OR 4 years of work experience -no degree/certification/diploma/licensure required. OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience Preferred Qualification: Familiarity with community resources and agencies that support individuals with disabilities, and the ability to establish strong working relationships with them. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, employers, parents, and colleagues. Proven ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Experience providing individualized support and coaching to students with diverse needs in both classroom and work-based settings Other Requirements: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):
Varies Telework (Yes/No):
No Institution Information: Mission:
Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment. Vision:
Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability. Guiding Principles: Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources. Empowerment We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders. Excellence We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and participate in college activities and processes. Trust and Respect We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders. Collaboration We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders. Curiosity and Creativity We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve. Accountability As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures. Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. Desired Start Date:
09-05-2025 Open Date:
08-14-2025 Close Date:
08-21-2025 Posting Contact Name:
Felicia Mary Telecky Posting Contact Email:
felicia.telecky@ridgewater.edu