Court Interpreter; Cantonese​/English

Overview

San Francisco, CA – department at the direction of the court; interpret between languages in court proceedings; bring to the court's attention any items that may impede the interpreters' performance; research and understand legal terminology used in court and functions of the court; receive daily calendar assignments from the San Francisco Superior Court Interpreter Supervisor and accurately complete daily activity logs, or other documentation as required;

perform other language interpretation duties as assigned, as a "Certified Court Interpreter" issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California.

Information on how to become certified can be obtained at:

• Provide interpretation in court proceedings and assist with language access.
• Receive daily calendar assignments and accurately complete daily activity logs or other required documentation.
• Identify and communicate any items that may impede interpreters' performance.
• Research and understand legal terminology used in court and functions of the court; perform other language interpretation duties as assigned.

• One year of the equivalent of full-time experience acting as an interpreter-translator in a courtroom or in a business environment.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and functions used in court.
• Proficiency in English and Cantonese, including correct usage of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Status:
Permanent - Full-time