Interpreter II

Essential Responsibilities

• Renders the message faithfully; always conveying the content and spirit of the speaker, using the language most readily understood by the person(s) being served.
• Must be dependable, reliable and prompt at all times.
• Keeps all assignment-related information strictly confidential.
• Accepts assignments using discretion with regard to skill, setting and the clients involved.
• Functions in a manner appropriate to each interpreted situation; demonstrating professional appearance, conduct and promptness.
• Follows the interpreter code of Ethics for Medical and Legal settings designed by a recognized entity such as IMIA, NAJIT, NCIHC.
• Performs other related duties incidental to work described herein to assist in meeting the goals of Ascentria and the department.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of college education is preferred.
• Demonstrate an advanced proficiency level in English and target language.
• Ability to provide effective, accurate and impartial interpretation, both receptively and expressively of English to the target language and from the target language to English.
• Certificate of successfully completed National Recognized Interpreting Training is required.
• Two years of related experience is preferred.
• Acceptable criminal background check is required.
• Willingness to travel and work a flexible schedule is required.

Physical Demands

• Generally sedentary - involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
• Requires driving own vehicle to various sites.
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.