Alternate Textbook Production assistant

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Job Title Alternate Textbook Production assistant
Requisition Number TE06232
Department Name 1B400:Dean of Students
Work Location KY
Salary Range $15.00/hr
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
Prefer College graduate
Required Related Experience
Ability to correspond via phone and/email with students, publishing companies,
professional staff.; 
Computer, Office 365, editing experience, and attention to detail. 
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit and stare at a computer screen for long periods of time . 
ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00am -4:30pm 
~25 hours/week
some after hours work may be necessary during high-volume request.
Job Summary
Coordinate request for books in Alternate Format.
May need to contact publishers and request electronic version of textbooks
Convert into a readable format-upload to a Student dropbox file.
If electronic book is unavailable, may need to cut book binding and scan book into a pdf.
Other duties as requested
Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.
 
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Attention to detail
Ability to stay focused for long periods of time.
Task-oriented
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
College
Editing experience
Assistive Technology
Deadline to Apply 01/27/2022
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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