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State of Indiana Miami Accessible Media Project Director in Bunker Hill, Indiana
Miami Accessible Media Project Director
Date Posted: Dec 31, 2024
Requisition ID: 453421
Location:
Bunker Hill, IN, US, 46914
Work for IndianaBegin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI):
The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired has substantial knowledge and experience in educating students to master the core curriculum and expanded curriculum that teaches them how to navigate their physical, social, and personal worlds. Our expertise is accessed and used by local educators to improve the education of all of Indiana's children who are blind or have low vision. Because of its strong reputation, the school attracts highly qualified administrators, educators, and students from other states whose parents move to Indiana so that their children can attend.
ISBVI is in the process of implementing a strategic plan to transition to a new, state-of-the-art campus.
Role Overview :
The Director of the Miami Accessible Media Project ensures that transcription and production of Accessible Education Materials (AEMs) are completed on time and distributed to school-age children who are visually impaired. This includes the project's administrative functions, training programs, daily operation of production shops, and collaboration with in-state and out-of-state agencies as appropriate to accomplish the project's mission.
This position is at the Miami Correctional Facility (MCF) in Bunker Hill, Indiana. You will report to the Director of the Indiana Educational Resource Center and collaborate closely with MCF staff.
Salary Statement :
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
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A Day in the Life:
Oversee the daily operations of the MAMP program, including braille transcription, large print production, tactile graphic production, and accessible digital file production.
Accurately transcribe and format textbooks, workbooks, and other instructional materials utilizing publisher files, MS Word, macros, templates, scanning, print, and other means according to national standards.
Proofread and ensure quality control for accuracy in creating and producing tactile graphics as needed, utilizing collage and computerized electronic drawing software; embossing, binding, and labeling of braille volumes produced.
Evaluate and revise policies, procedures, and guidelines as needed.
Develop new initiatives to ensure production methods are current.
Oversee the selection and retention of qualified offender workers in collaboration with the MCF Education Department.
Develop, implement, and oversee training programs to meet production needs.
Provide initial and ongoing training of offenders and the acquisition of national certifications as required.
Implement and oversee an efficient quality control process to ensure the accuracy, quality, and timely access of transcription and production projects.
Develop statistical reports and maintain transcription and production databases, efficiently tracking incoming and outgoing orders.
Coordinate with supervisor to ensure production hardware and software are up-to-date and operational.
Maintain hardware inventory per state asset lists and ensure all equipment is accounted for ongoing.
Maintain print and digital master collection of product titles.
Collaborate with IT to ensure technology and backup systems are updated and operational.
Fulfill responsibilities of an AMP or Accessible Media Provider for the NIMAC.
Partner with out-of-state agencies, vendors, and other clients for the commercial sale and distribution of MAMP products.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s preferred.
Certification from the National Library Service (NLS) in Unified Braille Code (UEB), or willingness to acquire within one year.
Certification from the National Braille Association (NBA) in Braille Formats, Principles of Print-to-Braille Transcription 2016, or willingness to acquire within one year of NLS UEB certification.
Certification in NLS Nemeth Braille Code preferred.
Additional qualifications:
Two years of supervisory experience.
Three years of experience in:
Transcribing and formatting K-12 instructional materials in Braille
Creating tactile graphics utilizing software and collage methods.
Excellent skills in keyboarding, word processing, data entry, Windows, and using software for scanning, transcribing, and producing instructional materials.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proficient in acquiring, accessing, and processing electronic files as an Accessible Media Producer through the National Instructional Materials Access Center.
Ability to communicate information clearly and effectively.
Excellent customer service skills.
Skills necessary to assist in developing and implementing training programs.
Ability to remain current on specialized hardware used by students and end users.
Ability to remain current with methods, technologies, and other resources in Braille transcription.
Ability to adapt, work under pressure, and maintain tight timelines.
Fluent in English communication, writing, and grammar.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid new parent leave
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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