Braille Translator/Editor

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 76287

Ministry: Education and Childcare

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Temporary

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: October 23, 2025

Classification: Program Services 3

Salary: $ to $ bi-weekly ($74,382- $97,565 annually)

Ministry of Education and Childcare

Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta's government is making life better by investing in education – one of the most important investments we can make in our future. The Ministry is responsible for: developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations.

The Ministry of Education and Childcare has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Braille Translator/Editor within SSVI – Services for Students with Visual Impairments

Reporting to the Manager, SSVI, the Translator / Editor position is responsible for providing professional translation, transcription, proof-reading, and editing services for a variety of documents including: provincial diploma exams, provincial achievement tests, literacy and numeracy screeners, learning and teaching resources, and other materials/resources, into Unified English Braille (UEB) code. This position will work collaboratively with peers in Learner Supports, Education Supports, and the PSS division, as well as with colleagues from System Excellence, including assessment, as well as Curriculum and Careers, to ensure alignment with Branch, Sector, Division, and Ministry requirements and policies, while maintaining the security of the provincial exams, and accessibility for students.

The key responsibilities will be as below:

Braille translation, transcription, and proofreading:

• Translate and transcribe English documents and resources to braille utilizing appropriate software and knowledge of Unified English Braille (UEB).
• Prepare source files for use in Word to then be translated into braille.
• Format the resource according to Braille Code books and Guidelines, as well as to GoA and Education and Childcare standards.
• Proofread and edit (which involves translation of the English text into braille and vice versa) braille files/documents created by other team members, as well as by independent contractors, compared to the original source, to ensure UEB rules and Format Guidelines are followed, and edit as required, in collaboration with the proofreader.

Tactile diagram production:

• Possess, and upgrade as needed, the special training required to produce tactile graphics according to Guidelines.
• Utilize creative skills and understanding of braille readers requirements when translating and creating tactile diagrams.

Duplication of titles:

• Collate and bind volumes.
• Send files electronically to other production houses and to stakeholders as required, maintaining security of Education and Childcare documents.

Project management:

• Balance importance, urgency, and time requirements of multiple projects.
• Prioritize and organize projects to meet both individual and team deadlines as assigned.
• Time and project management to meet deadlines for legislative requirements.

Content for Communications:

• Work with manager, SSVI, and senior leadership, to provide input to develop responses to action requests, briefing requests, and correspondence received from the Minister, Deputy Minister, and Chief Operating Officer/Assistant Deputy Minister for responses to stakeholder communications, as well as action requests.
• Work with manager, SSVI, and senior leadership, as subject matter experts, regarding content for responses to stakeholders, as well as input for policies regarding the needs of braille-reading students and the educational staff who work with them.

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Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:

• Agility - Works on individual and team process to ensure consistency and accuracy of translations and editing.
• Drive for Results - Utilizes braille transcription, translation, proofreading and editing, in combination with understanding of Alberta curriculum and assessment guidelines to meet legislated goals.
• Build Collaborative Environments - Actively work towards collaborative environment to develop skills, maintain and improve processes, and facilitate a respectful atmosphere.
• Develop Self and Others - Work collaboratively with internal and external colleagues to continuously learn, develop, and improve skills, knowledge, and processes for the complete production cycle of braille resources and assessments.

Minimum Recruitment Standards

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years progressively responsible experience required; or equivalent as described below:

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based on:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Certification and Experiences:

• Certification in UEB, Literary Braille Transcription (including manuscript), Proofreading, and/or Mathematics Transcription from CNIB

OR:

• Completion of braille lessons (From Print to Braille with UEB, or Mastering Literary Braille from CNIB, or other accredited course), plus 2 years of related experience; and
• A letter of Proficiency for UEB Technical.

For application consideration, you must attach a cover letter explaining your qualification and suitability for this role.

The following knowledge or experiences are considered as assets:

• Working knowledge of:
• Braille translation/transcription software.
• Software for the use of scanning and graphics.
• Word processing and file management software.
• Internet navigation for research purposes; and
• Braille production equipment.
• Knowledge and skill to produce tactile diagrams.
• Consultative and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and utilize problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish work priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Your cover letter and resume will be used to assess your qualifications, including your written communication skills, your attention to detail, and your knowledge of braille and tactile graphic production.

To meet the requirements of the written assessment, ensure your cover letter meets all of the following criteria:

• Includes a professional salutation.
• Identifies the relevant job opportunity.
• Is concise, without spelling/grammatical errors.
• Clearly identifies the number of years of experience you have with braille production, including tactile diagrams.
• Clearly identifies the types of braille production that you are capable of completing.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to

This is a temporary full-time position up to 15 months working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

This position is in Edmonton, Alberta.

Candidates are required to submit a resume and a cover letter that succinctly demonstrate their qualifications against the job requirements, including education, experience, and relevant competencies. It's important for applicants to ensure their resume and cover letter clearly articulate how their past work experiences align with the role's qualifications and needs.

Resumes must include precise employment dates (month and year) to assist in assessing written communication skills and attention to detail.

The final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo academic and reference checks, and may need to provide a suitable security screening. Candidates may be asked to complete a written exercise and/or assessment to assess Braille skills. In-person interviews will be preferred during the selection process.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service -
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -
• Professional learning and development -
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement, as operationally viable.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania