Typewell Transcription Specialist

Weber State University is seeking a highly skilled Typewell Transcriber to provide communication access for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

The successful candidate will use software on laptop computers to listen to class lectures and rapidly record the information in complete English sentences.

Students will simultaneously read and respond to the transcripts, and the transcriber may also voice the comments and questions posed by students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transcribing material from spoken lectures and discussions
• Locating documents and rapidly setting up and breaking down computer equipment
• Emailing documents and operating peripheral equipment (printers, desktop computers, copiers, etc.)

The transcriber will complete paid training in TypeWell and 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, and applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available.

After a period of time, the pool will expire, and applicants will be notified.

Requirements:

• Four years' experience using word processing software
• 60 wpm net typing speed
• Fluency in English
• Successful completion of specialized TypeWell application

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous customer service experience
• Computer troubleshooting
• Working with individuals with disabilities (especially deaf or hard-of-hearing)
• One year of college/university education

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals.