Transcriber

SUMMARY: Management Business Solutions is seeking a Transcriber for our client in Grand Rapids, MI. The person will be responsible for accurately recording public meetings and preparing final draft minutes in a timely manner. The successful contractor will work with the Assistant Planning Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend and accurately record public meetings of assigned City boards and commissions.
• Provide transcription services and prepare final draft meeting minutes that meet City acceptance criteria.
• Ensure all minutes are accurate, clear, and formatted according to established standards.
• Submit completed minutes through the City’s designated meeting management software.
• Meet all required turnaround times, including expedited deadlines for Planning Commission meetings.
• Maintain availability for regularly scheduled and occasional special meetings.
• Submit detailed monthly invoices outlining hours worked.
• Attend regularly scheduled meetings of the previously referenced Boards and Commissions.
• Maintain general availability for special meetings of these Boards and Commissions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• More than 5 years of experience in transcription, including types of audio/videos transcribed (e.g., legal, medical, academic, general business).
• In-depth knowledge of standard office procedures, effective practices and processes, and office equipment required.
• Any specific subject matter expertise relevant to the types of content expected to be transcribed (e.g., medical terminology, legal, technical fields).
• Documented accuracy rates in previous transcription work.
• Familiarity with transcription software, audio/video playback tools, and text editing software.

MANAGEMENT BUSINESS SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER