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Special Education Assistant -(2024-2025) Olson Middle, SB3 (3 positions)(101415)

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DISABILITY FOCUS

Special Program for Elementary Needs (SB3 Resource)

Serve students in grades 6-8 who require special education services for 60-100% of their day and focus on social, emotional/behavioral development. The classrooms are highly structured with frequent positive feedback while providing standards-based academic instruction. Students have the opportunity to participate in general education classes that are appropriate for their age and skill level.

 

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, provides a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assists MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualization lessons and activities for students with disabilities; helps students to meet their therapy and education goals.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Provide support services to children with moderate to severe disabilities and Assist MPS staff to facilitate educational functions and other services that maintains a safe and productive learning environment, sensitive to the needs and legal rights of Special Education students; work with students to improve personal skills and reinforce classroom learning.

* Assist students in learning processes through reinforcement of positive behavior, individual instruction, socialization and good communications.

* Monitor student activities, promote respect, explain social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalate personal confrontations.

* Maintain behavior documentation, written observations and anecdotal information files for Support and Advocacy for Independent Living Program (SAIL), Individualized Education Program (IEP), and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).

* Monitor work, correct papers and transition students for medications, meals, buses and classes.

* Attend to and provide for students’ daily hygiene, personal and health related cares, as directed by licensed staff. Assist students in community, recreational, school and vocational training. Provide assistance to students in classrooms and after-school programs.

CLASS DESIGNATIONS

Intervention SEA: Provide support in the least restrictive environment so students are successful in resource settings; ensure behavior support plans are being implemented with fidelity for students in special education resource settings. Personal transportation is required as position may vary.

 

Pay Rate: $23.91 to $27.07 per hour. DOE

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment

OR

A passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)

AND

Two years of experience working with children. Additional education or training may substitute for experience, at the discretion of Human Resources.  Related experience may also be considered, at the discretion of Human Resources.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in Education or a related field.

Experience in working with individuals with disabilities

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation is required within one year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, and working with special needs children. Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

Special Education Assistant – (2024-2025) Olson Middle, DCD(101414)

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Disability Focus:

Developmental Cognitive Delay (DCD)

Assist licensed special education teachers to assists students with mild to severe cognitive disabilities who demonstrate needs that require more intensive special education instruction than can be provided in Federal Setting I or II. Students in this program typically demonstrate needs in cognitive and intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior (daily living and independent living skills, social and interpersonal skills, communication skills, academics, recreation and leisure skills, community participation skills, and work and work-related skills). Students perform below their peers in school, home and community, and require greater adult supervision and support.

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, provides a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assists MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualization lessons and activities for students with disabilities; promotes student independence, academic and social inclusion, as well as self-advocacy skills; helps students to meet their therapy and education goals

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

Provides support services to children with moderate to severe disabilities enrolled in MPS; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies, quality standards, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Assists MPS staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment in the Least Restrictive Environment possible, that is also sensitive to the individual needs and legal rights of Special Education students; works with students to improve personal skills and reinforce classroom learning.
Assists students in learning processes; applies Prevent, Teach, Reinforce Behavior Intervention Plans, reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages opportunities for peer socialization.
Monitors student activities, promotes respect, explains social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalates personal confrontations, and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
Monitors assigned students and records data for academic and behavioral assessments; maintains files and keeps records of student progress and activities.
Maintains behavior documentation, written observations and anecdotal information files for Support and Advocacy for Independent Living Program (SAIL), Individualized Education Program (IEP), and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).
Monitors work, corrects papers and transitions students for medications, meals, buses and classes.
Attends to and provides for students’ daily hygiene, personal and health related cares, as directed by licensed staff.
Promotes student independence in community, recreational, school and leisure activities, and vocational training.
Reports learning problems, behavioral issues, and other concerns to supervisor or Principal.
Prepares the classroom environment and materiel to be used by students; provides assistance with students in classrooms, special projects, and after-school programs.
Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains school rules.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis

CLASS DESIGNATIONS
Intervention SEA:  Provides support in the least restrictive environment so that students can be successful in resource settings; ensures that Prevent, Teach, Reinforce behavior support plans are being implemented with fidelity for students in special education resource settings.  Personal transportation is required as position may move from site to site.

 

Pay Rate: $23.91 to $27.07 per hour. DOE

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment.

OR

A passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND a high school diploma/GED certificate (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro);

 

AND two (2) years of paid experience working with children; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

 

Knowledge of:
Classroom policies, procedures and processes.
Methods and techniques to assist students in reading, writing and mathematics.
Methods and techniques for working with students with disabilities and special needs.
Local community resources and regional community services programs.
Basic principles of record keeping and records management.
Personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software.
Safety rules and regulations.
Skill in:

Monitoring and improving student behavior and learning skills.
Assisting children and special needs students and assessing educational needs.
Maintaining composure and working effectively under classroom conditions.
Reacting quickly to situations that could create personal stress and safety problems.
Communicating effectively with children.
Collaborating as a team member, with colleagues, staff and community representatives.
Following verbal and written instructions.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Effective verbal and written communication.
 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.  First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation is required within one year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a classroom environment, with moderate physical requirements; requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently.  A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, and working with special needs children.  Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.  Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

Special Education Assistant -(2024-2025) Olson Middle, ASD (4 positions Available)(101413)

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SUMMARY

Under general supervision, provides a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assists MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualization lessons and activities for students with disabilities; helps students to meet their therapy and education goals.

 

DISABILITY FOCUS

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Highly structured, individualized programming; intensive communication and language training; social skills training; use of natural environments for instruction; positive behavioral programming; and inclusion with mainstream peers and activities.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide support services to children with moderate to severe disabilities and Assist MPS staff to facilitate educational functions and other services that maintains a safe and productive learning environment, sensitive to the needs and legal rights of Special Education students; work with students to improve personal skills and reinforce classroom learning.
Assist students in learning processes through reinforcement of positive behavior, individual instruction, socialization and good communications.
Monitor student activities, promote respect, explain social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalate personal confrontations.
Maintain behavior documentation, written observations and anecdotal information files for Support and Advocacy for Independent Living Program (SAIL), Individualized Education Program (IEP), and Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA).
Monitor work, correct papers and transition students for medications, meals, buses and classes.
Attend to and provide for students’ daily hygiene, personal and health related cares, as directed by licensed staff. Assist students in community, recreational, school and vocational training. Provide assistance to students in classrooms and after-school programs.
Encouraged to work additional hours as bus aide
CLASS DESIGNATIONS

Intervention SEA: Provide support in the least restrictive environment so students are successful in resource settings; ensure behavior support plans are being implemented with fidelity for students in special education resource settings. Personal transportation is required as position may vary.

 

Pay Rate: $23.91 to $27.07 per hour. DOE

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment
OR

A passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)
AND

Two years of experience working with children. Additional education or training may substitute for experience, at the discretion of Human Resources.  Related experience may also be considered, at the discretion of Human Resources.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in Education or a related field.

Experience in working with individuals with disabilities

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation is required within one year.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree, and working with special needs children. Must be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

Catering & Food Truck Cook – Northgate Café (Davis Center)(101449)

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ome join the fun, fast-paced, and friendly atmosphere with our Catering Team at the Northgate Cafe, located at our Central Office.

This position works at the Davis Center from 6 AM – 2:30 PM (8 hours daily) for 52 weeks.

**Valid driver’s license required**

 

Pay Range: $18.86 to $20.99 per hour.

 

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, prepares food for catering and retail food service for the Davis Center Café, Street Eats food truck and for catering events within and outside of the school district; ensures all food is prepared in compliance with health and safety regulations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs food preparation tasks according to planned catering schedule; short order cooks food prepared from scratch for retail and catering customers.
Performs work within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards.
Reads and follows Banquet Event Orders and coinciding recipes.
Prepares, seasons, marinates, cooks, meats, and vegetables for use in catered meals.
Cook, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, or shred, meats, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients.
Evaluates quality of food for flavor and appearance to insure that items are acceptable for catering and cafe customers.
Inspects food items for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality, and specifications of orders to meet preparation needs and comply with mandated health and food safety standards.
Cleans and maintains equipment and food preparation and storage areas in sanitary condition to meet mandated health standards.
Reports equipment needs and malfunctions to Catering and Retail Food Service Coordinator.
Ensures compliance with all MPS, U.S. Department of Agriculture, State of Minnesota Departments of Education and Health, Child Nutrition program, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) procedures, policies and standards.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis.
At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
High School diploma/GED; AND three (3) years of demonstrated experience in large scale food preparation facilities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

 

Knowledge of:
Federal, state and local codes and regulations governing food handling and public nutrition services. Complex institutional food preparation equipment.
Safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage.
Methods, materials, and practices of volume food preparation.
Retail short order cooking methods and procedures.
Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Environmentally responsible and resource-efficient food preparation.

 

Skill in:
Food preparation techniques and practices. Efficient and effective use of complex food preparation equipment.
Safely using kitchen tools and equipment, and specialized safety testing and analysis tools.
Performing general math calculations, and inventory and records management tasks.
Reviewing operations, identifying potential food safety hazards, and verifying MPS compliance with state and Federal regulations.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.
Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

 

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.  State Food Handler’s permit (Serv Safe Certification) must be obtained prior to completion of probationary period.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a commercial food service and kitchen work environment; moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to 50 pound containers of food preparation materials and equipment; may require working in a walk-in freezer. Eligibility for position is based on passing the required pre-placement exam.

K-12 Content Lead- SpEd Dept- (2024-2025)(101299)

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SY 2024-2025

Under general supervision, coordinates and leads the MPS Academy program, which is a new teacher licensure pathway within Minneapolis Public Schools to license Special Education teachers.  This includes: standards alignment, curriculum design and delivery, assessment, faculty and candidate selection, and professional development.  Supports the District’s Strategic Plan with specific emphasis on promoting academic achievement for all learners through focused instruction.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

Facilitates the implementation of the MN K-12 Special Education standards and tiered instruction and ensuring equitable access to instructional materials.
Implements practices and strategies that reduce/eliminate racial disparities in student outcome and course enrollments.
Leads process of creating/adopting instructional materials which support standards-based teaching and learning and integration of content.
Develops accountability benchmarks and assess individual and team performance against those benchmarks.
Develops, coordinates and delivers professional development and related services content teachers, principals, and other school and district staff.
Implements practices and strategies that reduce/eliminate racial disparities in student outcome and course enrollments.
Increases parent and community awareness of Special Education programs and achievement levels of students, and gain support for the District’s initiatives.
Supports Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) model of differentiated instruction and tiered intervention processes.
Leads teams inclusive of all stakeholders in developing, vetting, and revising integrated units of study and interim, formative, and summative assessments.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Master’s degree in education or related field; AND four (4) years of experience in effective instruction teaching a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds in an urban setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

 

Knowledge of:
Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
Rules and regulations of the Minnesota Departments of Education and other governing agencies.
Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including finance, budgeting, purchasing, contract and grant management, customer service and employee supervision.
Instruction based on current educational research and national programs that advance achievement for urban students.
Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
State and Federal laws governing public sector grant funding programs.
Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
Current educational research, instructional strategies and national programs in special education  teaching.
Personal computers utilizing standard software including databases and spreadsheets, and specialized MPS and state agency software applications and procedures.
Principles of record keeping and records management.
Skill in:

Interpreting and applying AE program standards, public sector grant program procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
Ability to differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners and plan impactful professional development experiences for teachers.
Creating high quality core curriculum and assessments.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; demonstrate systems-thinking.
Providing effective customer service and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, advocates and representatives from community groups and government agencies.
Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with teams.
Strong facilitation and leadership skills; strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Special Education is required.

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials (up to 50 pounds) with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently.  May be required to work extended hours for several consecutive days and travel between building sites.  A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

K-12 Content Lead, Music Programming – (2024-2025) – (Core Instruction K-12) Requisition Id : (101318)

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SUMMARY

Under general supervision, coordinates and leads MPS Music Programming, including standards alignment, curriculum design and delivery, assessment and professional development.  Supports the District’s Strategic Plan with specific emphasis on promoting academic achievement for all learners through focused instruction.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS — Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

Facilitates the implementation of the MN K-12 Music Programming standards and tiered instruction and ensuring equitable access to instructional materials.
Implements practices and strategies that reduce/eliminate racial disparities in student outcome and course enrollments.
Leads process of creating/adopting instructional materials which support standards-based teaching and learning and integration of content.
Develops accountability benchmarks and assess individual and team performance against those benchmarks.
Develops, coordinates and delivers professional development and related services content teachers, principals, and other school and district staff.
Implements practices and strategies that reduce/eliminate racial disparities in student outcome and course enrollments.
Increases parent and community awareness of Music Programming and achievement levels of students, and gain support for the District’s initiatives.
Develops and monitors Music Programming budget.
Supports Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) model of differentiated instruction and tiered intervention processes.
Leads teams inclusive of all stakeholders in developing, vetting, and revising integrated units of study and interim, formative, and summative assessments.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
Master’s degree in education or related field; AND four (4) years of experience in effective instruction teaching a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds in an urban setting; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

 

Knowledge of:
Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
Rules and regulations of the Minnesota Departments of Education and other governing agencies.
Principles and practices of public sector administrative management, including finance, budgeting, purchasing, contract and grant management, customer service and employee supervision.
Instruction based on current educational research and national programs that advance achievement for urban students.
Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
State and Federal laws governing public sector grant funding programs.
Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
Current educational research, instructional strategies and national programs in Music Programming teaching.
Personal computers utilizing standard software including databases and spreadsheets, and specialized MPS and state agency software applications and procedures.
Principles of record keeping and records management.
Skill in:

Interpreting and applying AE program standards, public sector grant program procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
Ability to differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners and plan impactful professional development experiences for teachers.
Creating high quality core curriculum and assessments.
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; demonstrate systems-thinking.
Providing effective customer service and dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, advocates and representatives from community groups and government agencies.
Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with teams.
Strong facilitation and leadership skills; strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Minnesota Teaching License in Music is required.

A valid Minnesota State Driver’s License may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a standard office environment which requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier materials (up to 50 pounds) with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently.  May be required to work extended hours for several consecutive days and travel between building sites.  A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.