Senior Sign Language Interpreter​/Year-Round

General Purpose

Under general supervision, performs American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting and transliteration services for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (D/HH) students, faculty and staff in classrooms and a variety of other settings; and performs related duties as assigned.

• Performs ASL interpreting services for D/HH students, faculty and staff in classrooms, laboratories and a variety of settings for orientations, meetings, counseling appointments, assessment testing, field trips, professional development, human resources and other college/District events; adapts to schedule revisions requiring interpreting in different disciplines, settings and for individuals with varying communication needs and preferences; transliterates course materials and other documents when required.
• Consults with faculty to identify potential problems that could inhibit effective provision of interpreting services; advises faculty on use of technology and how to negotiate communications with D/HH students to convey course content; explains student rights and responsibilities in accordance with District rules and regulations.
• Follows appropriate ethical codes and processes for addressing situations observed or experienced in the course of interpreting assignments; advocates for D/HH students and faculty in difficult or stressful situations.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency and enhance equity‑minded practices within the District.

• Participates in team interpreting as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• American Sign Language interpretation techniques and a broad sign vocabulary for varied college disciplines.
• Current developments, trends and techniques in the field of interpreting for D/HH individuals.
• Federal, state and local laws, codes, rules, regulations and court decisions applicable to providing services to D/HH, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and related regulations.
• Professional conduct as outlined in the National Association of the Deaf – Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (NAD‑RID) Code of Professional Conduct with emphasis on the interpreter role in an educational setting.
• Values, behaviors and language of American Deaf Culture.
• Use and operation of various assistive devices for the Deaf and hard‑of‑hearing.
• Interpret proficiently in both voice‑to‑sign and sign‑to‑voice modes while accurately conveying the thought, intent and spirit of speakers.
• Rapidly process visual and audible information to convey complex concepts, unusual vocabulary and unexpected information to ensure student understanding.
• Analyze situations accurately, evaluate alternatives and adopt effective courses of action.
• Interpret, apply and explain District policies and procedures reach sound decisions in applicable areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of District and student files and records.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential student issues and situations.
• Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing equity issues and improving culturally responsive practices.
• Communicate effectively, orally, via ASL and in writing.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Operate a computer and standard business software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all encountered in the course of work.

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in education, communicative disorders/deaf studies, social services or a closely related field; completion of National Interpreter Certification requirements from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf; and at least three years of paid interpreting experience in an educational setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

(One year experience equals twenty‑five (25) hours per week in an educational setting based on a 10‑month year or twenty‑five (25) hours per week in a…