TypeWell Transcriptionist III

Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. **The last day to submit an application for this position is June 3, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. ** Type Well Transcriptionist III Job Overview: Provide real-time captioning and vicarious speech for students, faculty, staff, and guests of the university. This role ensures accessibility and equal access to communication as federally mandated. Note: This is a part-time position 17.5 hours per week. What you’ll do in this position: Attend classes, meetings, and other events as assigned Transcribe communication in real time for those events Transcribe prerecorded materials (e.g., instructor videos) Provide speech-to-text and text-to-speech communication for mutual understanding and full access Arrange seating, standing, or other positioning to ensure unobstructed visual communication Ensure lighting and auditory reception are appropriate for effective communication Mediate understanding across cultures and clarify communication discrepancies related to cultural variation What qualifies you for this role: Required A firm commitment to the mission of BYU High school diploma or equivalent Typing speed of at least 65 words per minute Native or native-like English fluency and grammar skills Ability to hear, comprehend, and retain auditory stimulus in working memory Preferred Bachelor’s degree in any field of study Typing speed of at least 70 words per minute Official training with Type Well proprietary software Additional Expectations: This position requires the employee to keep and care for university-provided equipment and computer software. Employees must maintain working knowledge of this equipment and software and take reasonable care to ensure its protection and safety. Failure to do so, or failure to report problems in a timely manner, may result in termination of employment. What we offer in return: This position comes with fantastic benefits, including: Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household Access to the library Free on-campus parking Free UTA pass Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU Pay Grade: 51 Typical Starting Pay: $28.25 - $36.25 The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range. **If the job has a post-end date, the last day to apply is the day before. If the job doesn’t have a post-end date, the job could close at any time on any day** Required Documents: All Staff positions require a resume. Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU! The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. All employees of Brigham Young University (BYU) agree to maintain the standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as defined by the CES Honor Code and Dress and Grooming Standards, both on and off campus, 24 hours a day. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.