Braille Program Specialist

Why Choose OCE?

Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is focused on providing adults in custody (AICs) opportunities to gain valuable work skills and on-the-job training to help individuals increase their chance of success after incarceration. Our Mission, in partnership with the Department of Corrections (DOC), is to promote public safety by providing adults in custody with work and training opportunities in a self-sustaining organization.

Benefits at OCE:

• 95% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement & Pension Plans (Generous Employer matching) through Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Optional participation in the Oregon Savings Growth Plan (OSGP)
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Vacation and Sick Leave package
• Create safer communities and second chances

Description:

OCE is currently recruiting for a Braille Program Specialist. This position will be integral in the development of a braille training and production program, based out of the Coffee Creek Correctional Facility in Wilsonville, Oregon. OCE, acting as a sub-awardee of the DOC, will be responsible for the implementation and oversight of two braille training and production sites within a three-year grant period. This position is at the forefront of these efforts. The successful candidate will need to be able to evolve as the program does; going from program development and implementation to sustainability and production. Work is performed to meet grant deliverables with the ultimate goal of a sustainable business model in the end.

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse populations of people
• Ability to work independently towards the goals of this program

Role and Responsibilities:

• Provide input on recruitment guidelines for braille participants
• Participate in the interview process for braille participants
• Recommend program guidelines and service delivery methods to OCE program staff
• Collaborate with multiple parties to review and update in-house Tactile Graphics Certification
• Act as an advisor to the AIC participants including providing feedback on course materials
• Communicate and disseminate information, explain program rules and guidelines to OCE staff and program participants
• Follow established process for gathering and tracking of the required performance measures as outlined in the grant
• Monitor program outcomes, evaluate results, and recommend program improvements
• Remain current on all braille policies, practices, guidelines, and regulations
• Facilitate the exchange of completed work and tests between AICs and the National Federation for the Blind, the American Printing House for the Blind, and associated organizations for grading and return
• Analyze program activities and prepare budget expense requests; monitor and track program expenses; coordinate program activities to reflect the budget requirements
• Maintain databases of program information; track, record, and compile information to produce reports of program activity
• Supervise participants in the program

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be certified as a Braille Transcriber through the National Federation of the Blind, or able to complete Braille Literacy certification within 6 months of hire.
• Pass an initial and annual Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS) criminal background check screening
• Pass pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment

How to Apply:

Submit the online application and the following:

• Resume detailing your work history, be sure to list start and end dates for positions held (Required)
• Cover Letter describing why you would be successful fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of this position (Recommended)
• Copy of DD214 if claiming veteran’s preference. Please note this form must be attached if you wish to claim preference.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.01 - $40.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person