University of California, Davis
Realtime Captioner/Transcriber (CART CAPTIONIST)
University of California, Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
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Realtime Captioner/Transcriber (CART CAPTIONIST)
role at
University of California, Davis
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Communication Services Supervisor, within the Student Disability Center (SDC), the Captioner/Transcriber provides real‑time Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in degree‑related instructional activities. The role includes transmitting, transcribing, and captioning classroom lectures and other auditory information using simultaneous on‑site or remote captioning. The Captioner works collaboratively with other captioners to expand technical terminology knowledge and maintain a captioning dictionary. Responsibilities also include participating in Communication Services Provider staff meetings, assisting with related projects during non‑captioning worktime, maintaining accurate records of hours worked and time sheets, and providing information to faculty and staff members about the role of the captioner.
Apply By Date January 19, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Recruitment Period One month. Applicants will be screened on a bi‑weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school and 60 semester units or 1200 hours of postsecondary captioning experience, proficiency in spoken and written English, and completion of a court reporting or stenography training program.
At least three years of real‑time captioning, court reporting, and/or stenography experience.
Experience providing CART services for deaf or hard of hearing students in degree‑related post‑secondary instructional activities or court reporting experience.
Knowledge of captioning/CART software.
Skills to use a stenographic machine, computer, and other technology necessary to provide on‑site or remote captioning or CART.
Skills to provide captioning/CART with the speed and accuracy needed for post‑secondary settings.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of consumers and awareness of deaf and hard of hearing communication norms.
Preferred Qualifications
California Court Reporters Association (CCRA) CCGRC (California CART Generalist) or CCS (California CART Specialist), National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) CRC (Certified Realtime Captioner) certifications or Registered Professional Reporter (RPR).
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent documented experience and training.
A combination of formal training from a court reporting school or in stenography methods and relevant documented real‑time captioning experience.
Knowledge of student support services and resources; skills to refer deaf or hard of hearing students to appropriate professional support within the SDC Disability Specialists team.
Skill to use, add to, and maintain a captioning dictionary.
Key Responsibilities
90% – Direct CART/Transcription Services
10% – Administrative, team development and support, and other duties as assigned.
Department Overview The Student Disability Center (SDC) within the division of Student Affairs oversees the provision of academic accommodations, adjustments, and services for approximately 4,500 disabled students to facilitate equal access to the University's educational programs. The SDC offers specialized academic support, counseling, advising, assistive technology training, and other resources. For more information, visit https://sdc.ucdavis.edu.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $47.05/hr – $88.42/hr.
Salary Frequency: Biweekly.
Salary Grade: STEPS.
UC Job Title: CART CAPTIONIST.
UC Job Code: 006681.
Number of Positions: 1.
Appointment Type: Staff: Career.
Percentage of Time: 75%.
Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise.
Location: Davis, CA.
Union Representation: TX‑Technical Professionals.
Benefits Eligible: Yes.
This position is 100% on‑site.
Benefits
High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from.
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy, Parental, and Family & Medical Leave.
Paid Holidays annually.
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in UC Davis policies.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses.
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program.
Supplemental insurance options.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 26‑50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – never 0 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 26‑50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – never 0 hours.
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – occasional up to 3 hours.
Loud noise levels – occasional up to 3 hours.
Marked changes in humidity or temperature – occasional up to 3 hours.
Microwave/Radiation – occasional up to 3 hours.
Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – never 0 hours.
Extreme temperatures – occasional up to 3 hours.
Uneven surfaces or elevations – occasional up to 3 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – occasional up to 3 hours.
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014.
This position requires daily on‑site presence M‑F and occasional weekend assignments. The role may require occasional remote work. The schedule is subject to change with only 12‑24 hours notice. Work may include evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, with employment contingent on compliance with applicable policies and training requirements.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement Final candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years indicating misconduct, any allegations, or current disciplinary proceedings related to misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Learn more at https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Background Check Information For more information about our background check program, visit https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks.
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Realtime Captioner/Transcriber (CART CAPTIONIST)
role at
University of California, Davis
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Communication Services Supervisor, within the Student Disability Center (SDC), the Captioner/Transcriber provides real‑time Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in degree‑related instructional activities. The role includes transmitting, transcribing, and captioning classroom lectures and other auditory information using simultaneous on‑site or remote captioning. The Captioner works collaboratively with other captioners to expand technical terminology knowledge and maintain a captioning dictionary. Responsibilities also include participating in Communication Services Provider staff meetings, assisting with related projects during non‑captioning worktime, maintaining accurate records of hours worked and time sheets, and providing information to faculty and staff members about the role of the captioner.
Apply By Date January 19, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Recruitment Period One month. Applicants will be screened on a bi‑weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the removal date.
Qualifications
Graduation from high school and 60 semester units or 1200 hours of postsecondary captioning experience, proficiency in spoken and written English, and completion of a court reporting or stenography training program.
At least three years of real‑time captioning, court reporting, and/or stenography experience.
Experience providing CART services for deaf or hard of hearing students in degree‑related post‑secondary instructional activities or court reporting experience.
Knowledge of captioning/CART software.
Skills to use a stenographic machine, computer, and other technology necessary to provide on‑site or remote captioning or CART.
Skills to provide captioning/CART with the speed and accuracy needed for post‑secondary settings.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of consumers and awareness of deaf and hard of hearing communication norms.
Preferred Qualifications
California Court Reporters Association (CCRA) CCGRC (California CART Generalist) or CCS (California CART Specialist), National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) CRC (Certified Realtime Captioner) certifications or Registered Professional Reporter (RPR).
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent documented experience and training.
A combination of formal training from a court reporting school or in stenography methods and relevant documented real‑time captioning experience.
Knowledge of student support services and resources; skills to refer deaf or hard of hearing students to appropriate professional support within the SDC Disability Specialists team.
Skill to use, add to, and maintain a captioning dictionary.
Key Responsibilities
90% – Direct CART/Transcription Services
10% – Administrative, team development and support, and other duties as assigned.
Department Overview The Student Disability Center (SDC) within the division of Student Affairs oversees the provision of academic accommodations, adjustments, and services for approximately 4,500 disabled students to facilitate equal access to the University's educational programs. The SDC offers specialized academic support, counseling, advising, assistive technology training, and other resources. For more information, visit https://sdc.ucdavis.edu.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $47.05/hr – $88.42/hr.
Salary Frequency: Biweekly.
Salary Grade: STEPS.
UC Job Title: CART CAPTIONIST.
UC Job Code: 006681.
Number of Positions: 1.
Appointment Type: Staff: Career.
Percentage of Time: 75%.
Shift (Work Schedule): Manager will advise.
Location: Davis, CA.
Union Representation: TX‑Technical Professionals.
Benefits Eligible: Yes.
This position is 100% on‑site.
Benefits
High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from.
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy, Parental, and Family & Medical Leave.
Paid Holidays annually.
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in UC Davis policies.
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
Access to free professional development courses.
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources.
On‑site Employee Assistance Program.
Supplemental insurance options.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 26‑50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs – never 0 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 0‑25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 26‑50 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs – never 0 hours.
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Environmental Demands
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – occasional up to 3 hours.
Loud noise levels – occasional up to 3 hours.
Marked changes in humidity or temperature – occasional up to 3 hours.
Microwave/Radiation – occasional up to 3 hours.
Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment – never 0 hours.
Extreme temperatures – occasional up to 3 hours.
Uneven surfaces or elevations – occasional up to 3 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – occasional up to 3 hours.
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014.
This position requires daily on‑site presence M‑F and occasional weekend assignments. The role may require occasional remote work. The schedule is subject to change with only 12‑24 hours notice. Work may include evenings, nights, and weekends as needed.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, with employment contingent on compliance with applicable policies and training requirements.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement Final candidates must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years indicating misconduct, any allegations, or current disciplinary proceedings related to misconduct.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Learn more at https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.
Background Check Information For more information about our background check program, visit https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks.
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