[NFBNJ] Job Announcement: Braille Proofing – Production Specialist

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Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] Job Announcement: Braille Proofing – 
Production Specialist
Carol Castellano
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Secretary, National Organization of Parents of Blind Children
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Date: Fri, Nov 15, 2019 at 7:32 PM
Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] Job Announcement: Braille Proofing –
Production Specialist
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The National Federation of the Blind provides a substantial number of
educational programs, services, and resources for the blind, and is widely
considered the leading expert in the field of blindness. Through the NFB
Jernigan Institute, we serve blind youth, blind adults, parents of blind
children, blindness professionals, and the general public across the United
States. We support the instruction, production, and utilization of Braille
as a fundamental tool for literacy and independence for the blind. We also
administer the Braille Transcription and Proofreading Certification program
for the Library of Congress. The Braille Proofing – Production Specialist
functions as an integral member of the staff at the National Federation of
the Blind Jernigan Institute and will be responsible for providing Braille
transcription, proofing, production, and administrative support for various
projects and programs throughout the institute. The chosen individual must
be dynamic, committed, flexible, and detail oriented. The job
responsibilities of Braille Proofing – Production Specialist at the NFB
Jernigan Institute are challenging and rewarding. There is a great deal of
variability in the type of work that needs to be completed from one day to
the next, so the individual must be flexible and self-motivated. Only
individuals who are interested in playing an integral role in the work of
the NFB Jernigan Institute, which is at the forefront of innovation in the
field of blindness, should apply for this position.

*Responsibilities*

   - Transcribing and proofreading Braille material produced in a variety
   of content areas
   - Assisting with the grading and evaluation of course lessons and trial
   manuscripts from students participating in the Braille Certification
   program
   - Embossing Braille documents, letters, manuals, agendas, and course
   materials.
   - Performing basic maintenance and repairs on Braille embossers
   - Training other staff on how to use Braille embossers
   - Performing other duties as assigned


*Qualifications*

   - Certification from NLS as a literary braille transcriber or
   proofreader (Letter of Proficiency in UEB required if certified before
   2016)
   - Two years’ experience in proofreading and Braille production
   - Knowledge or experience in blindness
   - Able to express himself/herself effectively verbally and in writing
   - Proficient in the use of Braille translation software and Braille
   production technology
   - Self-directed, self-motivated, organized, and sensitive to timelines
   and due dates
   - Strong ability to manage priorities and adjust as needed
   - Must be able to provide and receive constructive feedback
   - Willing to work weekends and evenings when necessary


*Preferred Qualifications*

   - Facility with the use of styles and other advanced features of
   Microsoft Word
   - Experience transcribing or proofreading braille materials in Spanish
   or other non-English languages
   - Strong knowledge of Nemeth Braille Code for Mathematics and Science
   Notation


*How to Apply*We do not speak in terms of “positions†for many of our
jobs at the NFB National Office, preferring to focus on the applicant’s
total skill set in determining a fit with our needs. Candidates for jobs at
this level are hired on the basis of their education and experience ratings
and careful assessment of performance in multiple interviews. We seek
individuals who long to identify with a cause and to assist in advocacy for
a group long denied equal opportunity to succeed or fail on the basis of
ability and not be denied opportunity on the basis of society’s
stereotypes.

This job is open until filled. Applicants should send, preferably via
email, a résumé and cover letter indicating salary requirements to: Human
Resources, National Federation of the Blind, 200 East Wells Street at
Jernigan Place, Baltimore, MD 21230; telephone 410-659-9314, ext. 2488; fax
410-685-5653; email HR at nfb.org.


Anil Lewis, M.P.A.
Executive Director
200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 659-9314, Ext. 2374 | alewis at nfb.org
Twitter: @AnilLife


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The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we
work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

Anil Lewis, M.P.A.
Executive Director
200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 659-9314, Ext. 2374 | alewis at nfb.org
Twitter: @AnilLife


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The National Federation of the Blind is a community of members and friends
who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation’s blind. Every day we
work together to help blind people live the lives they want.
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