Braille Proofreader

SUMMARY:  With supervision, work with print copyholders, braille transcribers, and Director of Statewide Outreach Services to accomplish the task of quality control through proofreading.

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Essential Functions:

1. While reading aloud with a sighted copyholder, proofreads braille materials and records all errors, submitting those reports to transcribers on how to improve clarity, flow, organization, and errors. Cites rules and guidelines set forth by the Braille Authority of North America (BANA), state guidelines, and agency policies. 
2. Writes complete, concise, and accurate proofreader reports.
3. Regular communication via phone, email, and web conferencing applications with all MIRC staff.
4. Participates in continuing education and professional development in all areas applicable to this position.   

Marginal Functions:

1. Performs additional duties as assigned.

CONDITIONS :

Equipment Used:  Windows-based PCs, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, braillewriter, braille notetaker, braille translation software, keyboard, mouse, modem, printer, scanner, photocopier, braille embossers, tactile image enhancers, tactile graphics kit, Thermoform machine, telephone, fax machine, brailler, slate and stylus, paper cutter, binding machine.

Performance Standard: Must consistently demonstrate competency in all areas of performance consistent with recognized standards of the guidelines set forth by Braille Authority of North America (BANA), state guidelines and agency policies. 

Work Environment: Standard office conditions with overhead fluorescent lighting, 70-80 degree air temperature. Second-floor location requires the use of stairs when the elevator is not functioning.

Work Schedule:  22.5 daytime hours, Tuesday-Friday. Flextime or additional hours are occasionally required. This position follows the standard 12-month school calendar.

Pay Rate: $19.92-$24.21, commensurate with education and experience, in keeping with Grade 4 of MSB's Non Exempt Administrative Scale.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Knowledge, skills, and general abilities:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
2. Must be at least 18 years of age.
3. Two years experience in braille proofreading, with demonstrated expertise in the Literary, Nemeth, and Textbook formats as well as Tactile Graphics guidelines as set forth by BANA.
4. Strong computer skills including experience in using Gmail, internet browsers, word processing and fundamental electronic troubleshooting. 
5. Ability to understand, interpret, and retain information from BANA guidelines and effectively apply information in communicating with others.
6. Ability to effectively express ideas through the spoken word using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the topic and the knowledge and understanding of the audience.
7. Must be enrolled, or willing to enroll by hire date, and successfully complete the National Library of Congress (NLS) UEB Literary Braille course within 1 year of hire date, some professional development and support provided through MSB
8. Must obtain National Library of Congress Proofreading Certificate within one year after successfully completing the NLS UEB Literary Braille course, some professional development and support provided through MSB.