Typewell Transcriber

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Typewell Transcriber

Requisition Number

Requisition Number H00043P

Position Category

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Months per year

Months per year 12

Pay Grade

Hourly Pay Rate

Hourly Pay Rate $15-$19 During training, $25+ Novice Certified, $35+ Certified based on experience

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

This is an in-person position with occasional remote work available.
The office of Disability Services recruits individuals to train as Type Well transcribers to provide communication access for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The trained transcriber will use software on laptop computers to listen to class lectures and rapidly record the information in complete English sentences. Students simultaneously read and respond to the transcripts. The transcriber may also voice the comments and questions posed by students.

Duties and responsibilities include: transcribing material from spoken lectures and discussions, locating documents, rapidly setting up and breaking down computer equipment, emailing documents, and operating peripheral equipment (printers, desktop computers, copiers, etc.).

Transcribers will complete paid training in Type Well and complete a paid mentorship during the first year of employment. Applicants who have already completed such training and mentorship may be eligible for a paid refresher course and will be paid according to experience.

** This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Four years’ experience using word processing software; 60 wpm net typing speed, fluency in English. Successful completion of specialized Type Well application (see Notes to Applicant for details).

Preferred Qualifications

Previous customer service experience, computer troubleshooting, and working with individuals with disabilities (especially deaf or hard-of-hearing). One year of college/university education.

To apply , complete the online application, attach a resume, the contact information for three references, a cover letter and transcripts. Optionally, attach letter of recommendation and previous certifications.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act ( ACA ), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

Applicants must also complete the online Type Well application. This application will be provided to candidates after the interview. For more information, contact Taylor Mousley at Disability Services deaf services.

Selected candidates will participate in a paid 2-3 month training program to learn the Type Well software. Disability Services will provide equipment and payment for all training hours. At the successful completion of training, the candidate will begin to work as a transcriber mentee for Disability Services.

** This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Physical Activity of this position

Physical Activity of this position Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

, Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.

, Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable…