Court Interpreter - Spanish

Court Interpreter (Spanish)

The Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa announces an open recruitment for : Court Interpreter (Spanish) $83,449.60 - $101,441.60 annually. Final Filing - Until Filled.

The Superior Court of Contra Costa County is conducting an open recruitment to fill full-time permanent Spanish Court Interpreter position(s). Court Interpreters are expected to be available to work in any court department at any of the court locations, which include Martinez, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek. An eligibility list will be established as a result of this recruitment and may be used to fill other vacancies in the future. Only incumbents who meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date may apply. The individuals appointed to these assignments will provide an essential public service, giving assistance to non-English speaking parties. They perform a wide variety of language interpretation activities on an assigned and as needed basis for the court and for parties to proceedings, other court personnel, and the public. The individual appointed to this position must be able to : 1) work effectively with others as well as work independently; 2) have the ability to handle multiple assignments and deadlines; 3) maintain a positive and professional attitude and possess strong interpersonal and oral communication skills; and 4) work in a confidential working environment. Regular and punctual attendance is essential.

Examples of Duties

Typical tasks / representative duties :

• Interprets from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court;
• Makes sight translations for the benefit of the court of documents including, but not limited to, court petitions, reports, waivers, felony disposition statement forms, and other documents;
• Interprets for judges, attorneys, court staff, and other court-related departments at the direction of the court;
• Interprets between languages in court proceedings;
• Brings to the court's attention any items that may impede the interpreters' performance;
• Receives daily calendar assignments from the Interpreter Services Staff and accurately completes daily activities logs, or other documentation as required; and
• Performs other language interpretation duties as assigned, such as providing general court information to the non-English speaking public and process documents related to interpretation.

Minimum / Desirable Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have the following knowledge and abilities :

Minimum qualifications :

Supplemental Information

Application and selection process :

Interested individuals must complete a Court application on-line and provide a valid email address. To apply, go to http : / / www.cc-courts.org and click on the Job Opportunities tab. All communications will be via email. Please add contracosta.courts.ca.gov and government.jobs.com to your email address book to ensure delivery of emails. For additional information email : jobs@contracosta.courts.ca.gov.

Depending on the number of applications received, an application evaluation committee may be convened to review and evaluate each candidate's application package, and those deemed best qualified will be invited to an oral interview. The court reserves the right to make revisions to this process in accordance with Court Personnel Plan and accepted selection practices. The court reserves the right to make revisions to this process in accordance with the Court Personnel Plan and accepted selection practices policy.

Conditions of employment :

Successful completion of fingerprint and a criminal record background check is required prior to appointment and is a condition of employment. All employees of the court who operate a vehicle on court business must certify they possess a valid California Driver's License and required levels of automobile insurance.

Felony and misdemeanor convictions MAY BE disqualifying for employment with the court. The court will assess the nature and gravity of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the offense was committed, and the nature of the job duties to be performed.

Employment eligibility :

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present to the Court, at the time of appointment, original documents which show satisfactory proof of : 1.) identity and 2.) U.S. Citizenship or a legal authorization to work in the United States.

Union representative :

This position is represented by Local 39000.

Applicants with disabilities :

Reasonable accommodations will be made so applicants with disabilities may participate in the recruitment process. Please advise Superior Court Human Resources of special needs in advance.

The Court is an equal opportunity employer. The Court provides equal employment opportunity at all times and does not discriminate in violation of applicable law.

Mission statement :

To provide justice under the law, equally, impartially, and expeditiously, with dignity and respect for all.