Computer skills required: Knowledge of Word, Excel, Abode Acrobat/Reader--ability to learn and use a variety of software/hardware applications converting text into alternative formats (eg. high speed scanner, OmniPage Pro, Kurzweil, screen readers and other adaptive software

Prior experience required: At least two years in the workplace using office skills, would be helpful if person has had experience working with students with disabilities

List any license, certification, or registration required: None

Other skills required: Typing test
JOB DESCRIPTION
The production assistant will report to the Alternative Text Coordinator of the DS/LDC. S/he will work in the alt text library, scanning in books and other readings, proofreading and correcting scanned-in texts, formatting files to burn to CDs and record on cassette tapes, and posting electronic files into WebCT for students with a variety of print disabilities. The employee must have excellent computer skills and be able to learn and utilize a variety of software and hardware applications.

The employee must also have excellent proofreading skills -- be able to recognize and correct errors in text, formatting, spelling, etc. The work to be done is time sensitive, so the employee must be able to complete quality work on a timely basis. We are looking for at least a one year commitment because of the necessary training involved.

Hardware to be used includes: PC, a high speed scanner, high speed dubber, CD burner, 4-track tape players, Victor Reader (adaptive technology), etc. Software to be used includes: Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, TextAloud, ReadPlease, Microsoft Office Imaging, Omnipage Pro, Kurzweil, Victor Soft, etc. (Training will be provided.)

The employee should have good people skills as s/he will be working with a diverse group of students who have a variety of physical and cognitive disabilities. S/he will be responsible to check out materials and equipment to students and maintain a library database. This is a very responsible position and is key to the timely provision of alternative text, an accommodation mandated under the Americans with Disabilities Act