Position Description
DEFINITION :
Sign Language Interpreter is responsible for providing American Sign Language interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing students in an academic setting.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED :
- Receive direction from the Coordinator of Student Accessibility Services
- Receives direct supervision from Director of Counseling and Student Accessibility Services
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS :
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :
Perform interpreting works utilizing comprehensive or specialized skills with knowledge and practice of interpreter ethicsAdhere to the RID code of Professional Conduct and perform in a manner that is professional and appropriate for the class they are interpretingInterpret in a variety of settings as needed including, but not limited to : classrooms, labs, peer conversations, student contributions, films, assemblies, tutor time, study groups, field trips on and off campusDo sign-to-voice interpreting as needed for students and teachersReview course schedules, syllabi, and text books to develop a general understanding of the lecture to be interpreted. Meet with classroom teachers to determine information to be covered, specific vocabulary, and to ascertain information, which may need explanationMaintain a North Carolina Interpreter Transliterator Licensing Board license. Attend workshops and conferences as required by the NCITLBServes as a liaison to promote positive public relations between Deaf / Hard of Hearing students and their hearing peers and teachersExhibit an interest for self-improvement in job related skill areasKeeps all assignment related information confidentialAttends appropriate student / teacher and student / advisor conferences as requested by supervisorOther Important Functions :
Maintain good standing with applicable licensure boardPerform related duties and responsibilities as requiredQUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge Of :
Knowledge of Deaf culture and a variety of sign systemsKnowledge of principles of sound business communicationAbility to :
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to work well with administrative, professional, paraprofessional staff, and studentsAbility to use sound judgment in assignments to prevent overuse syndrome in interpretersExercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with complex tasks and situationsWork well with individuals from diverse backgroundsEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of workInterpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulationsMaintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for : Making observationsReading and writingCommunicating with othersOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneouslyMaintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following : Standing or sitting for extended periods of timeOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneously Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 poundsMaintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of : Making sound decisionsResponding to questionsDemonstrating intellectual capabilitiesQualifications
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :
Minimum Education / Training :
High School Diploma or EquivalentCompletion of an Interpreter Training Program (Associate’s level) at a regionally accredited college or universityPossession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate National Interpreter Certification through the Registry of Interpreters of the Deaf, or other national certification recognized by the NCTILBPossession of a valid North Carolina Interpreter / Transliterator LicenseMinimum Experience :
Minimum of one year experience in working with students with disabilities in a post-secondary educational settingSupplemental Information
Special Instructions to Applicants :
This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND / OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.