Minnesota State Services for the Blind is hiring an accessible media coordinator. This position provides technical program oversight, support, training, and research to the Communication Center, primarily in the areas of: 1) creating digital audiobook structures, e-text, and large print materials in accordance with DAISY and other accepted standards; 2) recruiting, training, providing technical support to and coordinating assignments for structuring and e-text/large print volunteers; 3) providing technical expertise in the use, testing, and development of the digital DAISY and e-text/large print programs; 4) providing specialized technical assistance to colleges and universities accessing textbooks through assistive technology; and 5) maintaining current knowledge of accessible technology, activities, trends, and relevant laws. There is some travel to educational facilities around the state, as well as in-state and out-of-state conferences.
Job Duties:
-Coordinate the digital structuring and preparation for duplication of audio materials and the production of large print and e-text transcriptions.
-Coordinate and support the structuring, e-text, and large print volunteer corps so that customer schedules are met and materials are produced of the highest quality.
-Provide technical expertise in the use, testing, and development of the digital DAISY and e-text/large print programs.
-Provide statewide leadership in promoting availability of services and resources. Educate and provide technical assistance to SSB colleagues, educational institutions, students, businesses, organizations, and individuals on Communication Center services for their students who cannot read standard print.
Minimum Qualifications
-Two years’ experience creating accessible media (e-text, large print, braille, audio). A Bachelor’s degree will substitute for one year of experience.
-Knowledge and understanding of textbook formats, structures, and taxonomy sufficient to create DAISY book structures, e-text, and large print materials.
-Ability to read directly from original standard print book and inaccessible electronic materials.
-Working knowledge of and experience with computer fundamentals, database management, and software programs, including word-processing and spreadsheets.
-Strong problem solving skills.
-Excellent organization, time management, and detail skills.
-Excellent human relations skills.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills to persons of varied skills, abilities, and intellect
Preferred Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree
-Experience as a volunteer or volunteer coordinator
-Experience working with persons who cannot read standard print.
-Experience in training and/or teaching.
-Experience with screen reading programs, such as JAWS and NVDA.
-Experience testing, troubleshooting, and teaching computer software programs.
Additional Requirements:
Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this positon, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance. It includes contact with the applicant’s current and/or former employers. A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment. When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver’s license and record check will be conducted.
Salary:
The salary range is $19.97 – $29.00/hourly; $41,697 – $60,552/annually
If you have questions about the position, contact Heidi Hartwig at [email protected] or 651.259.7101.
To Apply:
Apply online at https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/ Job ID 17257. Applications accepted through November 27, 2017.
The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at 651-259-7089 or [email protected]. Please indicate what assistance is needed.