Sign Language Interpreter

Title:

Sign Language Interpreter

Department:
Student Affairs

Supervisor: AVP, Student Affairs

Pay Grade:
Based on qualifications

Revision Date: 7/16/2025

Location:

Academic Technical Center – St. Clairsville, Ohio

Approved by:
President

Facilitates communication between hearing and deaf or hard‑of‑hearing individuals in classrooms and meetings using American Sign Language or another manual sign system; serves as a liaison between deaf or hard‑of‑hearing students, hearing students, and instructors.

• Interpret lectures, class discussions, campus events, and meetings using ASL.
• Provide interpreting services in a variety of settings including classrooms, labs, tutoring sessions, and advising appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
• Collaborate with faculty and Disability Services staff to ensure effective communication access.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing course materials as needed.

Note:

Please rank the tasks below as F for Frequent (6+ hours daily), M for Moderate (4‑6 hours daily), O for Occasional (2‑4 hours daily) or R for Rarely (>2 hours daily).

F Stand or Sit

R Stoop/Kneel/Crawl

R Carry/Weight Lift

O Walk

F Talk/Hear

F Exposure to Outside Environment

F Use of Fingers/Hands

F See

R Able to lift 20 pounds

R Climb

R Taste/Smell

R Exposure to Hazardous Materials

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and knowledge of deaf culture.
• RID certification preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience interpreting in educational settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

This is a part‑time, as‑needed position based on student schedules and college needs.

Belmont College does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, housing, citizenship, veterans status, or genetic information in matters of admissions, employment, or service the college provides. Belmont College also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of discrimination and harassment.

This job description is subject to change at any time and nothing in this job description restricts the college’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities. Additionally, this job description shall not be construed as an employment contract.