Real Time Captioner - Hrly/Int POOL (DSA)
Job No: 556775
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical
Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative,
Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time
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Job Summary
The Real-Time Captioner (may be referred to as CART/Communication
Access Realtime Translation Provider) facilitates the communication
and integration of deaf and hard-of-hearing, or otherwise disabled
students and consumers (including faculty, staff, and university
guests) into the classroom, other instructional settings, and the
university community. Real-time captioning/CART facilitates
communication by converting the spoken word into instant text by
using court-reporting methods, a laptop computer and/or a steno
machine.
Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable,
inclusive and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance
the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered
and equity minded approach in all communication and service
efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- The Realtime Captioner/CART provides communication access by
conveying verbal instruction into a mode of communication best
understood by the deaf, hard-of-hearing and/or otherwise disabled
individuals including students, faculty, staff and university
guests.
Department
Bob Murphy Access Center
Time Base/Duration of Appointment
Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position. Successful
candidates may be appointed for a few days and up to one (1) year
depending on the assignment. Temporary assignments may expire prior
to the ending date.
Classification
Hourly Interpreter/Real Time Captioner/Computer Aided
Transcriber
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
The salary range for this classification is $69.46 to $74.97 per
hour.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled captioner who can type a
minimum of 200 words per minute and produce accurate real‑time
transcripts using Realtime software and related technology. They
demonstrate strong attention to detail, excellent listening skills,
and a solid command of English grammar, vocabulary, and
punctuation. With a general knowledge of Deaf Culture, the
candidate adapts to a wide range of access needs and remains
flexible when course modalities shift between in‑person and remote
formats.
The ideal candidate stays current with evolving technical
terminology and software and exercises sound judgment when
accepting assignments based on skill level, topic familiarity,
setting, and consumer needs. While primarily supporting registered
BMAC students, they are also prepared to provide captioning
services to faculty, staff, and university guests when appropriate.
They work effectively with consumers, communicate professionally
and diplomatically with colleagues and staff, and adhere to
industry‑recognized codes of ethics, professional standards of
practice, and confidentiality requirements.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Equivalent to graduation from a court reporting school and a
minimum of six months experience providing real-time captioning
services required, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Realtime Captioners/CART must complete a Court Reporting Training
Program.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking
and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects
(10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated
reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of
employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 01 January 2027
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