The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

• Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
• Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.

If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at [email protected] or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter.

Job Description

This is a part-time position. Applicants are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool.

This position transcribes in an approved speech to text format such as CART, Type well, Dragon Diction, or computerized note taking for students and staff with a documented hearing loss and registered with the Disability Resource Center. This position requires the ability to effectively provide real-time and or conceptualized speech to text for spoken English. Situations can be but are not limed to; credit courses, workforce courses, student and engagement, community functions sponsored by CSN, and staff functions. This position requiresunique to the method hired to accommodate a TypeWell license, Licensed CART provider for the State of Nevada / or the ability to license within 30 days,and or extensive training in Dragon dictions resulting in effective communication. This position requires the ability to make professional, autonomous decisions in a variety of educational situations. This position is required to follow all institutional policies and procedures. All software licenses and all licenses must in current standing with the ability to verify.

Speech to Text provider:

• Must be able to caption effectively the spoken message.

• Proficiently use, maintain, transcribing software, and computer systems, and equipment.

• Develop, maintain, and proficiently use a thorough dictionary that enables accurate and fluid translation.

• Effectively listen for continuity, sense, and detail while translating.

• Proficiently write in real-time or conceptually check as driven by software and or request in a conflict-free manner using punctuation and sustaining accuracy in fast-paced situations.

• Use advanced editing skills to work effectively with consumers and maintain confidentiality.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the English language, including grammatical structures, syntax, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

• Requires working knowledge of the language and vocabulary used in the assigned translating situations. Industry recognized code of ethics and general knowledge of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Culture.

• Formal training and licensure inan approved speech to text software are required.

• Assume responsibility for continued professional development and personal growth per licensing and accreditation requirements.

• Maintain a professional attitude and follow all ethics and laws regarding confidentiality and work performance.

• Comply with all payroll documentation and reporting information for confirmation of services in the time frame required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma.

• TypeWell Transcribers: current license in your name.

• CART Providers: current certification, and licensure with the State of Nevada.

Salary Range

• CART $80.00 - $110.00hourly

• Speech to Text Direct Service $20.00 - $60.00 hourly

• Note Taker $10.00 - $20.00 hourly

It is a pay range depending on type of certification and education level

TypeWell licensure or Education history from "TypeWell"

Current certification to provide CART, licensure from the State of Nevada (or the ability to secure within 30 days)

To be considered for this position, upload the following documents to your application:

• Resume - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

• Cover Letter

• Contact information for three professional references

INTERNAL APPLICANTS, PLEASE NOTE

CSN employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.  

All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.  

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.  

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.