Sign Language Interpreter - Community and VRI

Interpreter Job Responsibilities

• Provide effective video remote interpreting, and on-site interpreting for consumers
• Support and model the company’s mission and values
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times including punctuality and preparedness for shifts, respectful and collaborative interaction with colleagues and supervisors, and timely and accurate record keeping
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined by the company and all FCC regulations
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologies
• Multi-task between interpreting effectively and utilizing video-based technology
• Participate in company-sponsored training for Professional Development
• Exhibit the ability to meet performance expectations with minimal supervision
• Possess the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in all settings
• Able to independently travel

Interpreter Qualifications / Skills

• Must have a valid and current NAD IV/V; BEI Advanced or Master; TX BEI 3, 4 or 5; MI BEI 2 or 3; or RID certification
• Fluent ASL and spoken English language skills
• Able to provide accurate interpretation
• Understanding of Deaf culture
• Thorough knowledge of and adherence to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct

Qualifications / Experience Requirements

• Three (3) years of professional interpreting experience (preferred)
• Possess, as applicable, state licensure or credential requirements
• Must be able to work 15 hours of VRI per six weeks
• Must have bandwidth of at least 1Mbps with uninterrupted video streaming quality
• Must have a secure lockable room
• Must be able to provide own computer equipment; a laptop will suffice. MacBook Air, Chromebooks and AMD processors are not approved.
• Must attend and successfully complete a 4 hour New Hire Training

Work Environment

• Must be able to work 15 hours of VRI per six weeks
• Must have bandwidth of at least 1Mbps with uninterrupted video streaming quality
• Must have a secure lockable room
• Must be able to provide own computer equipment; a laptop will suffice. MacBook Air, Chromebooks and AMD processors are not approved.
• Must attend and successfully complete a 4 hour New Hire Training

Benefits

• A comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for you and your family
• ZP Part-Time/Flex Interpreters Are Eligible For The Following Community work (when available)
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage Reimbursement

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

Purple Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.