Part-Time Interpreter II, Accessibility Services & Resources
Lone Star CollegeHouston, TX, US19 hours ago
Job type
- Part-time
Job descriptionfor all LSC students, faculty, staff and administration, and for visitors to LSC, in all requested Lone Star College locations and settings, and at the appropriate language and register level Analyzes source language content, meaning, and intent to accurately deliver information to the target audience. Communicates client information, client status, and any concerns or challenges to supervisor. Actively researches situations (and potential situations) involving new, technical, or complex information to gain an understanding of what will / may be interpreted Acts as a mentor for level one Interpreters Ethically models positive and inclusive employee behavior. Attends and actively participates in department meetings and activities Continuously reviews current processes and procedures, and shares challenges and improvement ideas with supervisor and team. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned Strong fluency in both Sign Language and English with the ability to preserve the meaning, tone, and emotional value of the original speech and have a firm grasp of both the source and the target languages, including all idioms Ability to effectively interpret in higher-level (BEI Advanced or equivalent) interpreting situations Ability to effectively mentor lower-level Interpreters Ability and willingness to accept interpreting assignments at a variety of times and locations within the LSC service area, as needed, which includes evenings and weekends Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion. Knowledge of the structure and content of Sign Language and English, including the meaning and spelling of words and an understanding of the rules of composition and grammar Ability to understand and adhere to LSC Policy on Students with Disability Rights, FERPA rules of the release of student information to faculty, parents, students, and other related federal, state, and local regulations Knowledge of the Interpreter Code of Professional Conduct as adopted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Thorough knowledge of the Deaf culture and the Deaf community Basic knowledge of computer use in the workplace is required, including the ability to type, utilize internet search engines and word processing software, and to maintain a work calendar using proprietary software Ability to maintain a professional and friendly attitude and to quickly develop a rapport with a wide variety of people Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy Must be sensitive to cultural differences Excellent listening and customer service skills Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through Uses fingers (fine finger dexterity), hands and arms to communicate using Sign Language for extended periods of time for most of the working day Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Sitting, standing, and walking around is often required in order to maintain line of sight with clients as well as to provide services in certain settings (i.e. campus tours, clinical settings) Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discrimination in sound Ability to convey detailed or important instructions to others accurately and concisely both in English and in Sign Language Interpreting assignments occur at a variety of times and locations within the LSC service area, as needed Includes evenings and weekends PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment. Incumbent may use video phone and / or sign language-related software Internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position Work is performed in a variety of environments, mostly in climate-controlled office, classroom, meeting and convention environments with minimal exposure to safety hazards. May include indoor and / or outdoor laboratory environments with exposure to inclement weather, dust, dirt, etc. May include work in close quarters (e.g., simulated or real truck-driving cab) as well as providing remote services Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience Active BEI Advanced certification or higher, or active BEI-recognized equivalent certification or higher Reliable mode of transportation to travel between assignments within the LSC Service Area
Job Description
PURPOSE AND SCOPE :
The PT Interpreter II functions as an advanced-level, professional interpreter for LSC students, faculty, staff and administration and for visitors to LSC who are Deaf / Hard of Hearing in order to maintain institutional compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Interpreters strive to advance in sign language skill proficiency in order to provide the highest level of professional interpreter services possible.
Interpreters support and promote all persons' right to communication equity in learning and workplace environments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Provides Sign Language translation (voice and signing) and related Sign Language formats :
for clients who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing,
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
PHYSICAL ABILITIES :
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS :
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Salary
Hourly Pay Rate is $56.44
Benefits Marketing Statement
By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work / life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.
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How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.
Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov / E-Verify.
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
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