Interpreter for the Deaf

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Classification Title Interpreter for the Deaf

Working Title Interpreter for the Deaf

Recruitment Limits

Location District Wide

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Bargaining Unit AFT - NANCE

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Department District Wide

The Position

Under the direction of the Interpreting Services Supervisor, interpret/transliterate in classroom situations and college-related activities for deaf and hard of hearing students and staff.

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Major Responsibilities

Interpreter for the Deaf I – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess ALL of the following:

Completion of an interpreter training program or related training at an accredited institution and possess a minimum of associates’ degree

Passed written national interpreting certification examination (proof must be submitted) and participate in an evaluation done by the Interpreting Services Supervisor to determine interpreting competency.

Demonstrates intent to get nationally certified (i.e. proof of CEUs).

Interpreter for the Deaf II – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:

American Consortium of Certified Interpreters ( ACCI ) III

National Association of the Deaf ( NAD ) III

Interpreter for the Deaf III – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess ALL of the following:

BA/BS degree, the equivalent or higher.

Passed written national interpreting certification examination (proof must be submitted) or participate in an evaluation done by the Interpreting Services Supervisor to determine interpreting competency.

A minimum of two-years of ongoing experience in the interpreting field preferably in the postsecondary education setting.

Demonstrates intent to get nationally certified (i.e. proof of CEUs).

Interpreter for the Deaf IV – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:

ACCI IV

NAD IV

National Interpreter Certification ( NIC )

Registry of the Interpreters for the Deaf ( RID ) Certification of Interpretation (CI)

RID Certification of Transliteration (CT)

RID Oral Transliteration Certificate ( OTC )

Interpreter for the Deaf V – EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess ONE of the following certifications at the time of hire:

ACCI V

NAD V

NIC -Advanced/ Master

RID CI and CT

RID Comprehensive Skills Certificate ( CSC )

Qualifications

TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE :

Facilitate communication between the deaf or hard of hearing students and others in the educational environment.

Provide sign language interpretive services for deaf and hard of hearing students, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.

Research terminology and information used to interpret/transliterate in classroom situations and college-related activities.

Convey material effectively, accurately, and impartially, through the use of any necessary specialized vocabulary.

Assist deaf and hard of hearing students to better comprehend the material presented.

Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ).

Desired Qualifications

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions

Varies upon assignment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT :

Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); AND

Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Posting Number NC00313

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