Braille and Tactile Embosser

Position Title: Braille and Tactile Embosser
Job Type: Part Time
Location: Remote / Contractor Facility
Supporting the Library of Congress – National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS)
Job Summary:
seeking a qualified Braille and Tactile Embosser to support the production of accessible braille materials for the Library of Congress National Library Service (NLS). The position involves braille transcription, embossing, tactile graphic production, binding, proofreading, and preparation of accessible publications in compliance with Unified English Braille (UEB), Braille Authority of North America (BANA) standards, and NLS Specification 801 requirements. The selected candidate will support the production of Information Guides, tactile maps, meeting materials, menus, manuals, and other accessibility-focused publications in both English and Spanish formats when required.

Requirements:
The candidate shall have at minimum:
Experience performing braille transcription and embossing services using Unified English Braille (UEB)
Working knowledge of Braille Authority of North America (BANA) standards and formatting requirements
Experience using braille translation software capable of generating .brf files
Experience operating braille embossing equipment and producing interpoint braille documents
Ability to proofread embossed and electronic braille documents for accuracy and formatting compliance
Experience with tactile graphic production, swell paper graphics, or tactile map preparation preferred
Ability to bind documents using staple, comb, spiral, or wire binding methods
Ability to manage multiple production assignments under strict delivery timelines
Strong organizational and quality control skills
Ability to communicate professionally with project management and Government representatives
Proficiency using Microsoft Word, PDF files, and PowerPoint documents
Ability to handle sensitive or unpublished Government materials responsibly
High school diploma or equivalent required
Prior experience supporting accessibility publishing, educational braille production, or government accessibility programs preferred
Spanish braille transcription capability is preferred but not required
Duties:
The candidate must:
Transcribe English and Spanish source documents into Unified English Braille (UEB)
Produce accurate .brf electronic braille files for Government review
Emboss braille documents using approved interpoint embossing methods
Produce tactile graphics, tactile maps, and swell paper graphics as assigned
Proofread all braille materials to ensure 100% accuracy and compliance with NLS standards
Burst, collate, assemble, and bind embossed materials using required binding methods
Prepare multi-volume braille publications when required
Maintain compliance with NLS Specification 801 and applicable BANA formatting requirements
Review source materials including Word documents, PDFs, PowerPoint presentations, menus, manuals, and floor plans
Package and prepare completed materials for shipment to Government-designated locations
Coordinate production schedules to meet required turnaround timelines
Maintain organized production records and quality control documentation
Report equipment issues, production concerns, or schedule risks to management immediately
Support surge production requirements and multiple simultaneous assignments when necessary
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and production accuracy throughout all contract operations