Administrative Support Specialist – Reader for Visually Impaired Employee

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Review printed and digital materials that cannot be accessed by assistive technology.

• Edit documents produced by assistive technology to ensure accuracy and proper formatting.

• Gather and systematize both electronic and physical files.

• Perform minor research when certain websites or platforms are not accessible.

• Create business documents, including letters, memos, and reports.

• Assist with timekeeping and forms related to personnel matters.

• Provide support for clerical tasks such as document preparation and filing.

• Interpret and describe visual content like graphs and charts.

• Distill and summarize lengthy or complex information.

• Maintain regular communication with the employee being supported.

• Coordinate responsibilities in alignment with the employee’s work schedule.

• Utilize Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications.

• Operate assistive technology devices.

• Uphold the confidentiality of both personal and work-related information.

⛳️ Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

• An undergraduate degree is preferred.

• Familiarity with working alongside blind and low-vision individuals is necessary.

• Understanding of reading service techniques for individuals with disabilities is essential.

• Proficient knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and usage is required.

• Knowledge of assistive technology for blind individuals, including screen readers, is essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Windows-based tools.

• Experience in proofreading and editing digital documents is necessary.

• Ability to summarize and condense complex materials is crucial.

• Professional-level typing and keyboarding skills are required.

• Ability to interpret and describe visual or non-verbal content is important.

• Capability to conduct minor research for inaccessible content is needed.

• Skills in organizing documents and performing light filing are required.

• Understanding of professional terminology is necessary.

• Ability to accurately and efficiently perform general clerical tasks is essential.

• Outstanding oral communication skills are required.

• Strong organizational skills are a must.

• U.S. citizenship is required.

• Must be able to work during Pacific Time hours.

• A background investigation is mandatory.

• Compliance with federal drug-free workplace regulations is required.

• Experience in supporting blind or low-vision individuals is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• $5.09 per hour in health and wellness benefits.

• Remote work options are available.

• No travel is necessary.

• No relocation is required, and relocation benefits are not offered.

• We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.