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Position Announcement - RSB Children's Specialist for the Blind - Kansas City
by Michael.A.StJulien＠dss.mo.gov 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Good Afternoon, Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind is currently recruiting for a Children's Specialist for the Blind in our Kansas City District Office. Please see the attached position announcement for more details. If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact Dr. Ian Shadrick at (573)751-4959. Michael St.Julien Assistant Deputy Director Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind 573-751-4989 (Office) 573-680-4074 (Cell) 573-751-4984 (Fax) michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov<mailto:michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov> "This communication is being transmitted by the Department of Social Services (DSS), and is confidential, privileged, and intended only for the use of the recipient named above. If you are not the intended recipient, unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, please notify the sender and destroy the material received."

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Position Announcement - Social Services Manager (District Supervisor) - Kansas City, MO
by Michael.A.StJulien＠dss.mo.gov 21 Nov '19

21 Nov '19

Good Morning, Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind is currently recruiting for a District Supervisor in our Kansas City District Office. Please see the attached position announcement for more details. If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact me directly. Michael St.Julien Assistant Deputy Director Missouri Rehabilitation Services for the Blind 573-751-4989 (Office) 573-680-4074 (Cell) 573-751-4984 (Fax) michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov<mailto:michael.a.stjulien at dss.mo.gov> "This communication is being transmitted by the Department of Social Services (DSS), and is confidential, privileged, and intended only for the use of the recipient named above. If you are not the intended recipient, unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution, or use of the contents is strictly prohibited. If you have received this in error, please notify the sender and destroy the material received."

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FW: Vacancy Notice - Orientation Counselor I
by jeff.altman＠nebraska.gov 14 Nov '19

14 Nov '19

From: Halvorson, Kevin <Kevin.Halvorson at nebraska.gov> Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 2:06 PM To: NCBVI Everyone <NCBVI.Everyone at nebraska.gov> Subject: Vacancy Notice - Orientation Counselor I Hello, The following position is being posted and available for application: Visually Impaired Orientation Counselor I (Orientation Counselor I) - NCBVI Closes - 11/19/2019 For more information, click HERE<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nebraska/jobs/2628505/orientation-co…> *if the link doesn't work, copy the link into a different web browser It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess, including your current position. Information contained in a resume will not be considered in lieu of the formal application. AS Personnel will reject your application if it is not complete or if you do not provide the required materials. Please read the job posting and the requirements carefully before you submit your application. Once you submit your application for a job, you cannot modify it for that job, nor re-apply for that job, unless the job is posted again. When you have successfully applied for a job, you will receive an instant confirmation via e-mail. Thank you, Kevin Halvorson, C.L.S.S.Y.B. HR Generalist | Human Resources Nebraska Department of Administrative Services 1526 K Street, Suite 150 I Lincoln, NE 68508 OFFICE 531-207-3602 | FAX 402-742-8361 kevin.halvorson at nebraska.gov<mailto:kevin.halvorson at nebraska.gov> Treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically, and creating a culture where the customer is always the priority.

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FW: [NFBN-Membership] Fwd: R-5077 Assistive Technology Trainer/Specialist
by debandjeff＠allophone.com 13 Nov '19

13 Nov '19

From: NFBN-Membership [mailto:nfbn-membership-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Michael Hansen via NFBN-Membership Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2019 7:05 AM To: NFB of Nebraska Membership List Cc: Michael Hansen Subject: [NFBN-Membership] Fwd: R-5077 Assistive Technology Trainer/Specialist ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Human Resources <humanresources at aidb.org> Date: Tue, Nov 12, 2019 at 10:29 AM Subject: R-5077 Assistive Technology Trainer/Specialist To: HRBlind <hrblind at aidb.org> Good Morning, We would appreciate your help by sharing/posting the wonderful job opportunity attached. Thank You Teresa Heath Human Resource Clerk 256-761-3302 -- To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to hrblind+unsubscribe at aidb.org. -- Mike Hansen

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Job Posting - Braille Transcriber
by ebell＠pdrib.com 05 Nov '19

05 Nov '19

Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your browser <https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/bulletins/26a5523> here <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/IACIO/2017/02/1217…> Braille Transcriber Location: Des Moines, Iowa Salary Minimum: $39,686.40 Salary Maximum: $58,552.00 Post Close Date: November 19, 2019 Point of Contact: Sarah Willeford at <mailto:Sarah.Willeford at blind.state.ia.us> Sarah.Willeford at blind.state.ia.us Job Description: Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume to the online application. The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking applicants for the position of Braille Transcriber for the Iowa Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (ILBPH). This position is responsible for providing library and braille services by producing, coordinating, and delivering appropriate braille and tactile image services, transcribing and embossing a broad range of materials, producing associated tactile images and providing training/information to individuals. Duties and responsibilities to include the following: Braille Production * Produces braille and E-Text documents using direct 6-key entry, scanning, word processing, and braille translation software. * Evaluates braille projects, determines formatting requirements; makes decisions regarding graphics to be reproduced; makes decisions regarding inclusion of auxiliary components such as indexes and footnotes; determines suitability of project for inclusion in the library's permanent collection. * Interprets braille rules to determine proper formatting and usage. * Creates braille documents based on print material by (1) keying in text; (2) scanning printed material and using optical character recognition software to create text documents; (3) importing existing electronic documents; (4) transcribing in braille through 6-key entry; or (5) a combination of methods. * Translates documents into braille using translation software. * Embosses braille documents and tactiles using braille embossers. * Creates tactiles using a variety of programs: Adobe Illustrator, Paint.net, Photo Editor, Power Point, and Microsoft Word. Uses a Tactile Image Enhancer or creates tactiles by hand. * Reads braille to review final hard-copy braille for format, quality and completion. * Completes braille projects by; bursting and binding materials, use of forms-cutter, interleaving tactiles, inserting print title pages and use of the comb binder. * Assists in proofreading of braille materials. * Organizes and tracks materials in the library's Production Tracking System. * Explains braille rules and proofreading corrections to volunteer certified braillists. Instructional Materials Center and Patron Services * Explains services and interprets eligibility requirements to parents, students, counselors, teachers, and other professionals. * Assist in researching and ordering materials for Instructional Material Center requests. * Searches library collection, on-line databases, and other sources to determine if materials are available in requested media. * Assists in receiving and prioritizing Braille requests based on established guidelines. * Provide Reader Advisory services to patrons by conducting reference and reader advisory interviews to guide patrons to reading materials and information resources. * Work regularly scheduled shifts at the Information Desk, as well as substituting as needed. Outreach and Education * Participates in library and department projects and programs. * Represents the Library at outreach event(s) including conferences, displays, information booths, and open houses. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: * Possession of Library of Congress Certificate of Proficiency in literary braille or achieve certification within 6 months of employment. * Four years of braille work experience or volunteer experience. * Proficiency in literary, Nemeth and computerized braille transcription. * Proficiency in Unified English Braille code and transcription. * Proficiency in braille formats. Minimum Qualification Requirements Four years of Brailling work experience or volunteer with formal training in literary, Nemeth or computerized Braille transcription with possession of a Library of Congress Certificate of Proficiency in Literary Braille. For additional information, please click on this <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2622942/braille-transcribe…> link to view the job description. <https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader) Additional Qualification Requirements Positions allocated to this class may be required to acquire a Certificate of Proficiency in Nemeth. <https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader) <https://content.govdelivery.com/attachments/fancy_images/IACIO/2017/02/1217…> Phone: 515-281-1333 E-mail: <mailto:information at blind.state.ia.us> information at blind.state.ia.us Iowa Department for the Blind 524 Fourth Street Des Moines, IA 50309-2364 Stay Connected with the Iowa Department for the Blind: <https://www.facebook.com/idbonline/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> <https://twitter.com/idbonline?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> <https://blind.iowa.gov/newsroom/blogs?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelive…> <https://www.youtube.com/user/IDBonline?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdeliv…> <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/topics?qsp=IACIO_30> Manage Subscriptions <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/edit?preferences=t…> Help <https://subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/> <https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/bulletins/26a5523?reqfrom=sh…> Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director, Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness Louisiana Tech University 600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall PO Box 3158 Ruston LA 71272 Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259 <mailto:ebell at latech.edu> ebell at latech.edu www.pdrib.com ************* "I am somehow less interested in the weight and convolutions of Einstein's brain than in the near certainty that people of equal talent have lived and died in cotton fields and sweatshops." -- Stephen Jay Gould From: Janice Eggers <Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us> Sent: Tuesday, November 05, 2019 2:34 PM Subject: FW: Courtesy Copy: Job Posting - Braille Transcriber This is a courtesy copy of an email bulletin sent by Janice Eggers - DFB. This bulletin was sent to the following groups of people: Subscribers of DFB_JobPostings (658 recipients) _____ Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your browser <https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/bulletins/26a5523> here Braille Transcriber Location: Des Moines, Iowa Salary Minimum: $39,686.40 Salary Maximum: $58,552.00 Post Close Date: November 19, 2019 Point of Contact: Sarah Willeford at <mailto:Sarah.Willeford at blind.state.ia.us> Sarah.Willeford at blind.state.ia.us Job Description: Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume to the online application. The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking applicants for the position of Braille Transcriber for the Iowa Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (ILBPH). This position is responsible for providing library and braille services by producing, coordinating, and delivering appropriate braille and tactile image services, transcribing and embossing a broad range of materials, producing associated tactile images and providing training/information to individuals. Duties and responsibilities to include the following: Braille Production * Produces braille and E-Text documents using direct 6-key entry, scanning, word processing, and braille translation software. * Evaluates braille projects, determines formatting requirements; makes decisions regarding graphics to be reproduced; makes decisions regarding inclusion of auxiliary components such as indexes and footnotes; determines suitability of project for inclusion in the library's permanent collection. * Interprets braille rules to determine proper formatting and usage. * Creates braille documents based on print material by (1) keying in text; (2) scanning printed material and using optical character recognition software to create text documents; (3) importing existing electronic documents; (4) transcribing in braille through 6-key entry; or (5) a combination of methods. * Translates documents into braille using translation software. * Embosses braille documents and tactiles using braille embossers. * Creates tactiles using a variety of programs: Adobe Illustrator, Paint.net, Photo Editor, Power Point, and Microsoft Word. Uses a Tactile Image Enhancer or creates tactiles by hand. * Reads braille to review final hard-copy braille for format, quality and completion. * Completes braille projects by; bursting and binding materials, use of forms-cutter, interleaving tactiles, inserting print title pages and use of the comb binder. * Assists in proofreading of braille materials. * Organizes and tracks materials in the library's Production Tracking System. * Explains braille rules and proofreading corrections to volunteer certified braillists. Instructional Materials Center and Patron Services * Explains services and interprets eligibility requirements to parents, students, counselors, teachers, and other professionals. * Assist in researching and ordering materials for Instructional Material Center requests. * Searches library collection, on-line databases, and other sources to determine if materials are available in requested media. * Assists in receiving and prioritizing Braille requests based on established guidelines. * Provide Reader Advisory services to patrons by conducting reference and reader advisory interviews to guide patrons to reading materials and information resources. * Work regularly scheduled shifts at the Information Desk, as well as substituting as needed. Outreach and Education * Participates in library and department projects and programs. * Represents the Library at outreach event(s) including conferences, displays, information booths, and open houses. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: * Possession of Library of Congress Certificate of Proficiency in literary braille or achieve certification within 6 months of employment. * Four years of braille work experience or volunteer experience. * Proficiency in literary, Nemeth and computerized braille transcription. * Proficiency in Unified English Braille code and transcription. * Proficiency in braille formats. Minimum Qualification Requirements Four years of Brailling work experience or volunteer with formal training in literary, Nemeth or computerized Braille transcription with possession of a Library of Congress Certificate of Proficiency in Literary Braille. For additional information, please click on this <https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/2622942/braille-transcribe…> link to view the job description. <https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader) Additional Qualification Requirements Positions allocated to this class may be required to acquire a Certificate of Proficiency in Nemeth. <https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader) Phone: 515-281-1333 E-mail: <mailto:information at blind.state.ia.us> information at blind.state.ia.us Iowa Department for the Blind 524 Fourth Street Des Moines, IA 50309-2364 Stay Connected with the Iowa Department for the Blind: <https://www.facebook.com/idbonline/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> <https://twitter.com/idbonline?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> <https://blind.iowa.gov/newsroom/blogs?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelive…> <https://www.youtube.com/user/IDBonline?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdeliv…> <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/topics?qsp=IACIO_30> Manage Subscriptions <https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/subscriber/edit?preferences=t…> Help <https://subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com/> <https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/IACIO/bulletins/26a5523?reqfrom=sh…>

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