Interpreter I or II- Type/Well Transcriber (Part Time)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates should be prepared to submit an official link to their TypeWell Educational History.
This position is primarily based remotely but may require travel to some of our SLCC campus locations.

Position Information

Position Title	Interpreter I or II- Type/Well Transcriber (Part Time)
Open Internally or Externally	External
If faculty, tenure track status
Reports to (title)	Interpreter Manager
Department	Accessibility & Disability Services-4B5
Requisition Number	P23088
Position Type	New position
Job Category	Part-Time Staff - Variable
FT/PT	Part-time
Initial Work Location	Varies
Starting Salary	$22.14 and Up
Job Open Date	09/19/2022
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Priority Review Date
Job Summary	The Disability Resource Center is recruiting TypeWell transcribers to provide communication access and notes to Deaf or hard-of-hearing students. The transcriber will use a sophisticated software program on a laptop computer to listen to class lectures and discussions and rapidly record the information in complete English sentences, to be viewed simultaneously by the student readers. The transcriber will also voice the comments and questions posed by deaf or hard-of-hearing students, as needed.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties	Types material from spoken lectures and discussions into a computer using sophisticated abbreviation software; locates documents in files when revisions are requested and inserts, deletes, corrects, and emails documents as necessary; rapidly sets up and breaks down equipment in classroom settings and regularly relocates equipment to different locations; operates peripheral equipment such as printers, desktop computers, copiers; maintains equipment and evaluates hardware/software to determine suitability; performs application programming operations (enters specialized vocabulary into software as needed) to assist in the rapid and accurate translation of spoken information into electronic and print materials; identifies and takes corrective action to resolve routine operational problems. When providing TypeWell remotely, assists with troubleshooting connection, audio, and other technology used to connect with the student.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties Continued
Minimum Qualifications	Successful completion of TypeWell Basic Skills Course. At least 1 year of experience providing TypeWell services.
Preferred Qualifications	Two years of coursework at the post-secondary level. Experience providing TypeWell in a variety of STEM courses. Ability to provide on-campus TypeWell services.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities	Knowledge of best practices when working with Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, especially in educational settings. Excellent listening skills and demonstrated ability to identify essential components of orally presented information; excellent knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and academic vocabulary; ability to operate a PC/laptop computer and other peripheral equipment (copier, printer); ability to listen to and rapidly understand spoken English; ability to rapidly restate the full meaning of what is heard in classes and meetings, in correctly-formed English sentences; comfortable working in an academic setting with diverse populations. Must be able to work hours that correspond to students’ schedules, including occasional evenings. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, ability, culture, and ethnic background, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.
Non-Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Special Instructions	Candidates should be prepared to submit an official link to their TypeWell Educational History. This position is primarily based remotely but may require travel to some of our SLCC campus locations.
SLCC Highlights
FLSA	Non-Exempt
SLCC Information	Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Have you successfully completed the TypeWell Basic Sklls Course?
- Yes
- No
* How long have you been working as a TypeWell Transcriber?
(Open Ended Question)
* Please list the types of courses/subjects that you have provided TypeWell services.
(Open Ended Question)
* Have you worked with people with diverse backgrounds and disabilities and related issues? Describe:
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you willing to travel to various SLCC campus locations?
- yes
- no

Required Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curr. Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter
Letters of Reference
Other Doc
Transcripts