Staff Court Interpreter

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Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $58,035.00 - $92,082.00

The North Carolina Judicial Branch is seeking a detail oriented professional to provide court interpretation between English and Spanish for court related events. Under the direction of the Office of Language Access Manager, the successful candidate must be able to interpret in the three modes of court interpretation (sight, consecutive, and simultaneous), in court proceedings in the General Court of Justice and other court related events. Court interpreting may occur in person or via telecommunications device. The person in this position must also sight translate written documents as required in court; collect information, such as specialized vocabulary, on cases to prepare for the communicative event; and perform other related work as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is an exciting and challenging position for candidates who are looking for an opportunity to use their bilingual ability and court interpreting skills to make a difference. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with all levels of the Judiciary Staff.

The staff interpreter must

• Be fully fluent in the Spanish language and possess some familiarity with geographically based slang and colloquialisms.
• Be able to interpret in the three modes of court interpreting in person and remotely.
• Process linguistic information quickly.
• Preserve accuracy, conserve intent, tone, style, and register of all speakers during court proceedings.
• Perform effective terminological research to find accurate solutions to unknown or unfamiliar words.
• Self-monitor and self-correct.
• Practice and follow ethical standards at all times.
• Encourage the efficient use of court interpreters' time by the courts.
• Be comfortable with technology and remote interpreting by video and telephone.
• Ignore auditory distractions and focus on source speaker.
• Participate in study and training activities in a group or individually to develop and maintain skills.
• Conduct business in a professional manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Work with and handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Multitask and cope with a high volume of work in a time critical environment.
• Work under pressure in highly dynamic work environments with changing demands and priorities.
• Be computer-literate and comfortable with technology.

This position reports to the Office of Language Access Services Manager. This position will require remote interpreting and travel for interpreting in person at various courthouses throughout the state. Work hours are 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of: standard grammar and vocabulary in English and Spanish, including grammatical conventions and vocabulary used during the formal and casual modes of oral communication in both languages, as well as slang, regionalisms, and dialects; specialized vocabulary in English and Spanish related to legal and court proceedings, including, but not limited to, criminal legal terminology, physical and mental symptoms of illness, tests and laboratory analyses, and ballistics and firearms, and remote interpreting practices, including familiarity with the Webex platform.

Skill in: high level of fluency in both written and spoken English and Spanish languages; providing interpretation to facilitate, with accuracy, the communication during court proceedings for limited English proficient individuals by telephone, video, or in-person ; reading, understanding, and orally translating technical written materials, such as legal documents, probation or social service reports, or medial reports; and efficient time management.

Ability to: understand and adhere to the ethical codes and professionalism canons for court interpreters; use a computer proficiently to perform remote interpreting by video; communicate effectively; and manage time efficiently and organize work productively.

Supplemental and Contact Information

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Dominikii Coleman

NC Administrative Office of the Courts

Human Resources Division

http://www.nccourts.gov/about/about-judicial-branch/careers

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school graduation (or equivalent) and one year of experience in the court interpreting arena.

Applicants must demonstrate a language and skill proficiency consistent with the level of the position based on a pass rating on the court interpreter oral certification examination administered by the North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts or an equivalent test by a member of the Consortium for State Court Interpreter Certification or possess the Court Interpreter Certification from the Administrative Office of the United States Courts. CANDIDATES MUST HAVE PREVIOUSLY ACHIEVED THE MINIMUM TESTING REQUIREMENTS AS NOTED ABOVE.

Eligible applicants must have passed the written and performance oral exams of the National Center for State Courts administered by the NCAOC or by a member state of the Council of Language Access Coordinators; or possess the Court Interpreter Certification from the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.

Management prefers candidates with a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience in court interpreting; or an Associate's degree and four (4) years of equivalent experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Attach cover letter and résumé.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS ONE OF THE MINIMUM CERTIFICATIONS AS NOTED ABOVE.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

Dominikii C Coleman

Email

HumanResources@nccourts.org