Braillist 3690 - Phoenix

BRAILLISTLocation:Phoenix CampusEmployee Status:PermanentHours Per Week:40Work Calendar:10-MonthPay Rate:$15.93Other:No Braille Required to Start - We will train! Experience with computers and software programs. Driver's License and Travel required.CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION Class Summary Under the direction of the Director of Blind Programs, transcribe and adapt a variety of instructional materials into an alternate media format such as Braille, Nemeth code, tactile graphics, maps, 3D printed objects for students with visual impairments. Braille Technician*** Performs the essential duties of a Braillist with ongoing training and support. Must participate in ASDB Braille transcription training as well as enroll and complete the Library of Congress (LOC) Braille transcription program. Completion of program and LOC certification within 3 years of hire date.Braillist*** Performs the essential duties of a Braillist. Has completed the Library of Congress literary certification program. Participates in ongoing ASDB Braille transcription training.Senior Braillist*** Performs the essential duties of a Braillist. Has 2 years of experience providing Braille transcription and tactual graphics. Library Congress certified or in the process of certification. Provides ongoing support and training to Braillists, assists in the interviewing and hiring of Braillists, monitors Braille Production log, assigns work as needed and provides feedback to Directors/Principals regarding Braillist work production skills. Training And Experience High school diplomaExperience with computer software programs for word processing, editing, drawing, printingExperience with computer braille translation software and braille embossing.Experience with creating tactile graphics, raised line drawings, tactile books, 3D printed objects Licensing/Certification Requirements Must be able to pass FBI and State background checkDefensive Driver Training Program to be completed by all agency personnel that drive on State businessLibrary of Congress Braille Transcription Certification in Literary BrailleLibrary of Congress Braille Transcription Certification in Nemeth Code, preferred Knowledge Of Knowledge of technology, multimedia and software applicationsKnowledge of English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammarKnowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy Demonstrated Skill/Ability To Skill in formatting transcribed materialsSkill in English communication skills, both verbal and writtenSkill in planning, organization and time managementSkill in maintaining confidentialityAbility and willingness to learn new technological skills and equipmentAbility to operate a variety of computerized equipmentAbility to work with other personnel such as teachers and support staff in the schoolsAbility to work as part of a team BENEFITSBenefit eligible employees have a variety of choices for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental and dependent life insurance. Offered plans provide exceptional value to our employees and their eligible dependents. Employees have a 31-day period from effective date of hire to elected coverage. Elected benefits could start as early as 2 weeks after hire. Benefit eligible employees are automatically covered for basic life, non-smokers, accidental death and dismemberment and seat belt insurance. Benefit eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the State's retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program. Enrollment is mandatory and is subject to a 26-week waiting period before initial enrollment. Employees may also choose to participate in a deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. Benefit Options also offer Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, Auto & Home Insurance and Purchase Discount Programs. CONTACT INFORMATIONFor more information contact the Recruiter at: HumanResources.Recruitment@asdb.az.gov Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting the Recruiter. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.