[rehab] FW: Braille Supervisor Position Posted

Thu Jul 2 14:36:20 UTC 2015

This is a good job.

Dave

From: Pankow, Carol (DEED)
Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2015 7:48 AM
Subject: Braille Supervisor Position Posted

BRAILLE SUPERVISOR
$ 26.21-$ 37.97 hourly, $ 54,726-$ 79,281 annually
Date Posted:

07/01/2015

Closing Date:

07/15/2015

Hiring Agency:

Employment & Econ Development Dept

Location:

St. Paul

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers

Posting Number:

15DEED000090

Employment Conditions:

Permanent, Full-time

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Days of Work:

Monday-Friday

Travel Required:

yes

Job Grouping:

Health Care & Human Services

Classified Status:

Classified

Job Description:

This position exists to supervise, monitor, evaluate and continually improve the Braille Section of the Communication Center of the State Services for the Blind Office in St. Paul, Minnesota. Primary responsibilities include supervising the staff and volunteers of the Section; supervising and monitoring new print to braille transcriptions, supervising and monitoring client requests for copies of items in our library or available from out-of-state sources; developing and monitoring a computerized braille production system; interpreting and applying of all Braille Authority of North America code standards at the local level until transition to Unified English Braille; Learning, training and transitioning to Unified English Braille; serving as an expert in the areas of braille matters and blindness, promoting the continued use and development of braille for blind, visually and print impaired readers statewide; and approving all braille unit expenditures and monitoring fiscal resources allocated to the Braille Section.

Job Duties include:

1. Supervise assigned staff and to manage a volunteer services program for the Braille Section so that clients of the section receive prompt services and necessary support.
2. Supervise and monitor the inkprint-to-braille transcription of all books not currently part of the braille library, taking into consideration the wide array of technology available to do this so that Minnesota clients receive braille that is accurate in content and form, produced in a timely manner and transcribed using the most cost effective methods.
3. Direct and monitor client requests for braille books currently available in our library and those available from out-of-state sources; to supervise the thermoforming, computer duplication, distribution and cataloging of such books so that the collection of braille books in our library is available and easily accessible to blind, visually and print impaired readers in Minnesota and throughout the country.
4. Develop, supervise, evaluate and monitor an automated braille production system so that a significant portion of the needed braille is produced by computer quickly and accurately for Minnesota residents.
5. Supervise the interpretation and to direct the application of all national braille rules and regulations at the local level so that Minnesota's braille transcriptions conform to national regulations and blind, visually and print impaired readers receive high quality braille materials.
6. To develop and monitor the budget of the Braille Section.

Minimum Qualifications:

Certification in Braille Transcription through the National Library Service, Washington D.C.

Please describe your qualifications and experience in the Job Specific Questions Section of Resume Builder in the areas listed below.
Failure to address these may result in your resume not being considered.

Your resume must contain sufficient detail regarding job-related education/training, experience and achievements to determine your
qualifications. Invitation to interview will be based on an assessment of your qualifications.

Two (2) years of demonstrated experience applying the ever-changing rules of braille transcription as promulgated by The Braille Authority
of North America.

Working knowledge of the methods used in producing tactile graphics.

Knowledge of Braille Formats for textbooks.

Knowledge of the software for direct input, translation and back translation of braille and the best application of each.

Must have the ability to operate and troubleshoot computers, braille embossers, optical scanners, bursting equipment, and other hardware
used in braille production.

Writing skills sufficient to develop staff manual materials, policy formulations, annual reports and grant applications. NOTE: You will be
evaluated on your written communication skills based on the overall content and clarity of your application materials.

Effective communications skills in working with staff, consumers, and providers of services.

Presentation skills sufficient to make presentations to public organizations, schools, rehabilitations centers, etc.

Selection Process:

The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. 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 position, 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 former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on those positions that have access to confidential information and/or private data, handle financial transactions, or enter the homes of our clients. Please note that a Criminal History 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.

How to Apply:

Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. You will be contacted by agency staff if your background best matches the selection criteria on this job posting. To apply for this position, click the APPLY box found at the bottom of this job announcement. For additional information about the State's selection process, go to <http://www.mn.gov/mmb/careers/>.

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 Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us<mailto:Karen.Lilledahl at state.mn.us> . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Contact for More Information:

Sue Zeches, 651/259-7107/ sue.zeches at state.mn.us<mailto:sue.zeches at state.mn.us>.

Apply for this job

Carol N Pankow
Director
Department of Employment and Economic Development
State Services for the Blind
2200 University Avenue, Suite 240, St. Paul, MN  55114
Direct: 651-539-2272
http://mn.gov/deed

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