Sign Language Interpreter - VRS - Part Time - San Diego, California
Sorenson Communications is seeking Interpreters to provide Sign-to-Voice and Voice-to-Sign interpreting services for our expanding Video Relay Service. Full and part-time positions are available in San Diego, CA.
About Us
Sorenson Communications is committed to connecting people every day through communications access 24/7/365. Our customers rely on us and our innovative technology to quickly deliver accuracy in every conversation. We are industry leaders because, in all our endeavors, our customers sense our passion, care, and commitment. This dedication extends to our workplace, where employees are united and proud to facilitate important human interactions.
Responsibilities
- Effectively interpret between American Sign Language (ASL) and spoken English.
- Maintain compliance with any national, state, or local licensure and/or certification requirements.
- Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson standards and policies, FCC regulations, and the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
- Demonstrate full compliance with Sorenson Communications attendance policy.
- Accurately complete assigned tasks, duties, projects, and paperwork promptly and within approved guidelines.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the demands of the VRS industry.
- Quickly learn and implement new and changing technologies.
- Work effectively in a team environment; receive support from and provide support to colleagues.
- Work effectively in an environment with oversight that may include call monitoring, mentoring, and evaluations.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, highly regulated, and customer service-focused environment.
- Enhance interpreting skills through continued education and training.
- Demonstrate willingness and ability to complete additional duties and assignments on an ongoing basis.
Requirements
- Ability to pass our required skills assessment.
- A high school diploma or GED.
- An associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preferred, but not required).
- Interpreter certification (as required by local regulations).
- 3 years’ experience working as an interpreter (preferred, but not required).
- Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, tools, and other computer components.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
Skills
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in ASL are required. For more details, visit: ASL Requirements.
Schedule
- Available hours: Monday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–7:00 PM MT.
- Minimum 10 hours of interpreting services required per month (at leadership’s discretion).
- If selected and hired, you will initially be asked to work at least one shift on Monday, Friday, or Saturday.
Pay
Salary range: $25–$60 per hour, depending on location, education, and certifications.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling.
- Premium shifts offered to boost hourly wage.
- Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- Opportunity for annual certification, testing, and membership/licensure reimbursement up to 100% based on average hours worked.
- 401K plans with employer contribution.
- No scripts.
- Resiliency and vicarious trauma resources available at no cost.
- Company-wide network.
- Transfer and visiting interpreter opportunities to any of the centers across the U.S.