Interpreter / Transliterator, Sr. (Part Time)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Translate and/or interpret communication between hearing and non-hearing individuals using American Sign Language (ASL) and/or other methods of expressive and voice interpreting/transliterating in many settings including, but not limited to academic and research environments.
• Examples of settings where interpreting may occur:
  
  • Classroom or related activities
  • Campus wide events
  • Faculty Meetings
  • Convocations/Commencement
  • Hearing appointments
  • Conferences hosted by the University
  • Other assignments as needed
• Provide interpreting and transliterating services for prospective students, faculty, staff and/or other community members as part of University sponsored events.
• Prepare for assignments by requesting and reviewing relevant content related to the assignments in the academic environment, including but not limited to information for courses, meetings, professional conferences, and research.
• May develop technical sign materials in preparation for classroom and other assignments.
• Access material in one language, ascertain understanding of the meaning and context of that material, and convert it into a second language, making sure to preserve the original meaning.
• Complete and submit timesheet, maintain and adhere to accurate account of one's schedule, complete University and DRC required trainings, attend DRC meetings when possible.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of different perspectives and cultural terminology.
• Possess advanced English proficiency skills (written and spoken).
• Skilled in American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English, proficient in performing technical and academic interpretations (including platform/conference presentations).
• Adhere to the standards of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct in American Sign Language (ASL).

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Five or more years of full-time experience interpreting in professional and/or academic settings as a designated interpreter with deaf professionals/academics.
• Experience working within various educational, language, and cultural settings.
• Experience in American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) (level 4 or higher) OR Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI: ASL) (Advanced/Advanced Plus or higher rating).
• Experience in the field of anthropology or social science specialty.
• Master's degree in related fields.
• Completion of an accredited American Sign Language interpreting program and two years of experience in interpreting at the postsecondary level.
• Possession of a national certification of interpreting from the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, or Board for Evaluation of Interpreter (BEI).