Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired

04/08/2026

NCBVI hosted the 2026 Spring Winnerfest at the Graduate Hotel in Lincoln. For more information about who we are, visit NCBVI.Nebraska.Gov

04/07/2026

If you live in the Omaha Area, NCBVI is now hiring Driver/Readers!

The Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NCBVI) is seeking independent contractors to provide transportation and reading assistance for blind staff and consumers.
✅ Transport staff and consumers to appointments, meetings, and programs
✅ Assist with reading, office tasks, and minor car maintenance
✅ Must have a valid driver’s license, clean record, and complete a background check
✅ Basic computer skills required

💰 Pay: $16/hr (8 AM-5 PM), $18/hr (evenings/weekends)
🏨 Overnight accommodations provided when necessary

Interested? Contact us today!

02/26/2026

Those within the Lincoln area with a network of friends, please share!

NCBVI is looking to contract with individuals to provide driver and reader services in the Lincoln area. While the hours will vary each week, we currently have a significant need so there is potential for consistent work at the time of this posting.

The primary duties of the contractor include driving a state vehicle to transport staff, NCBVI board of commissioners, or clients to NCBVI appointments/events. The contractor will also assist with reading documents or aiding in completing applications. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

The contractor will be paid $16.00/hour and will be paid for the time that they are on the job assignment. The contractor will often drive an individual to a place and then have downtime in the car while the staff member is at an appointment, all of which is paid time.

Most of the hours will be Monday-Friday 8-5, although occasional evening and weekend hours may be requested. As an independent contractor, you have the right to accept/deny assignments.

The contractor will be covered under the state of NE liability insurance.

Qualified candidates should have a good driving record, ability to pass a criminal background check, and have the availability listed above.

If interested, please email your resume and contact information to the Tammie Dunn, Deputy Director of Finance, at [email protected].

01/23/2026

We're Hiring!

Looking to make a positive impact in the lives of others? Come join our team at the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired as an Orientation Counselor - Tech Specialist.

If you're interested, or you know someone who might be, apply today!

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Blind & Visually Impaired Commission - Agency 81 Location: Central, NE, Western, NE Hiring Rate: $22.007 Job Posting: JR2026-00022416 Visually Impaired Orientation Counselor II - Technology Specialist (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is...

02/13/2025

Those with an Omaha area network of friends, please share!

Now Hiring: Omaha area NCBVI Driver/Reader
The Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (NCBVI) is seeking independent contractors to provide transportation and reading assistance for blind staff and consumers.
✅ Transport staff and consumers to appointments, meetings, and programs
✅ Assist with reading, office tasks, and minor car maintenance
✅ Must have a valid driver’s license, clean record, and complete a background check
✅ Basic computer skills required
💰 Pay: $16/hr (8 AM-5 PM), $18/hr (evenings/weekends)
🏨 Overnight accommodations provided when necessary
Interested? Contact us today by emailing your resume to [email protected] or by calling 531-350-9917.

10/18/2024

Special Opportunity for the Blind and Visually Impaired on Sunday, October 20th 2pm-5pm at the Kiewit Luminarium in partnership with the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Don't miss “Experience the Cosmos: The James Webb Space Telescope,” a multi-sensory exhibition by Tactile Images. This 10-piece exhibition highlights images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope and offers 2D and 3D renderings of the images to experience and touch with descriptive audio for each piece. The event includes free admission to the Luminarium for blind and visually impaired individuals, a brief welcome, access to the Luminarium’s 100+ exhibits, and a casual reception. Guides will be available throughout the afternoon to es**rt groups to the Experience the Cosmos exhibition and be present throughout the facility to answer questions. To learn more and reserve your spot, visit https://kiewitluminarium.org/experience-the-cosmos-oct-20/

09/25/2024

09/24/2024

09/24/2024

Those with an Omaha area network of friends, please share!

NCBVI is looking to contract with individuals to provide driver and reader services in the Omaha area. While the hours will vary each week, we currently have a significant need so there is potential for consistent work at the time of this posting.

The primary duties of the contractor include driving a state vehicle to transport staff, NCBVI board of commissioners, or clients to NCBVI appointments/events. The contractor will also assist with reading documents or aiding in completing applications. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

The contractor will be paid $16.00/hour and will be paid for the time that they are on the job assignment. The contractor will often drive an individual to a place and then have downtime in the car while the staff member is at an appointment, all of which is paid time.

Most of the hours will be Monday-Friday 8-5, although occasional evening and weekend hours may be requested. As an independent contractor, you have the right to accept/deny assignments.

The contractor will be covered under the state of NE liability insurance.

Qualified candidates should have a good driving record, ability to pass a criminal background check, and have the availability listed above.

If interested, please email your resume and contact information to the Tim Jefferson, Omaha District Supervisor, at [email protected].

08/26/2024

Nebraska Center for the Blind Celebrating 50 Years - Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future

The Nebraska Center for the Blind, a cherished program of the Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, is joyfully celebrating its 50th anniversary! Please join us in commemorating this milestone on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. The festivities begin at 10:00 AM.

The celebration will take place at our NCBVI main office: 4600 Valley Road Lincoln, NE 68510

In honor of this special occasion, we invite you to share your heartfelt memories or congratulatory messages with us. You can send your voice recordings or written messages to [email protected] or leave a voicemail by calling 402-413-1636. Your stories and well-wishes will add a personal touch to our celebration and help us reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared.

01/26/2024

Our SSP Training in Omaha, Nebraska is coming up next weekend! Originally scheduled earlier in January but rescheduled due to extreme weather, this training will take place on *Saturday and Sunday, February 3rd and 4th.*

If you are interested in working with us as a Support Service Provider in Omaha, you can get started by registering for this event! No prior experience is necessary, you will learn at our training!

Curios what an SSP is? Check out our previous post: https://www.facebook.com/vancroiis/posts/pfbid06QBXWkR3VSE7JFH3GKnuGzn7sRXzzVNkSqjuSVgTZeyf5VAhakFPNq6PT5cFurXjl

ASL flyer: https://youtu.be/Itli1JfDelg

Register here: https://airtable.com/appTrkaQboGt2QXQQ/shr2rzOmfoEQB8YUf

Flyer description:
Blue flyer with Vancro logo and photo of a male SSP walking with an older male consumer using a white cane in an outdoor park setting. The SSP is talking to the consumer.
Join us for a two-day training to become a paid Support Service Provider (SSP) in Omaha, Nebraska. New date! February 3 & 4 from 9am – 5pm. Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market
Conference Center
555 South 10th Street
Omaha, NE 68102
What is an SSP? SSPs are trained guides who work with DeafBlind individuals to give access to aural and visual details to ensure they have all the facts needed to make informed decisions on their own.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
QR code and Register here link: https://airtable.com/appTrkaQboGt2QXQQ/shr2rzOmfoEQB8YUf