APH Employment: Braille Translation Trainee

APH Employment
Braille Translation Trainee

Participate in a training class that will result in NLS Literary Braille certification. Braille is a system of touch reading for the blind which employs embossed dots evenly arranged in quadrangular letter spaces or cells. Learn to convert printed materials into Braille. Learn to use publisher files, Braille translation software and other Braille translation skills

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Associate's degree or Bachelors degree in English, business, communications, or related field required. Certified copy of transcript required. Applicant will not be considered if transcript is not supplied at time application is filed.
Must have strong grammatical skills, as evidenced by attaining passing score on test administered by Human Resources department.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word as well as ability to keyboard (type) at 30 wpm required. Qualified applicants must receive passing score on computer proficiency test and have the ability to learn Braille Translation rules and software.
Strong organizational and analytical skills required, and the ability to work independently and in small groups.
Must be able to read and follow detailed instructions, both oral and written.

Equipment, Machines, Tools, and Work Aids:

Personal computers, Microsoft word.

Physical and Environmental Concerns:

Job requires long hours of sitting, repetitive hand-wrist movement, and constant viewing of computer screen.

Compensation:

Starting Hourly Rate: $11.50
90-day Review and Continued Qualification Pay Rate: $12.25
180-day Review and Continued Qualification Pay Rate: $13.00
NLS Literary Braille Certification Pay Rate: $13.60
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

To Apply:

Apply online via careerbuilder.com or call (502) 899-2238 to request an application.

APH is a DRUG FREE WORKPLACE. An offer of employment is conditioned upon successfully passing a drug screening test.

We encourage all qualified persons to apply regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, place of birth, or disability, as defined by applicable law. EEO/AA Employer.

Posted: November 19, 2009