ASL-English Staff Interpreter – Interpreting Services (Science)

Saint Mary's University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Vacation

Personal days

Flexible Workplace

Professional development

Holiday closure

Summer hour schedule

Discounted Employee Transit EPass

Job summary

Saint Mary's University in Halifax is seeking an ASL-English Staff Interpreter (Science) to join the Interpreting Services team. You will provide ASL-English interpretation for signing Faculty, Staff, students, and researchers across STEM disciplines, including lectures, seminars, and defenses.

We seek an experienced, certified interpreter with a strong commitment to accessibility and collaboration with researchers and educators while applying current best practices in academic interpreting.

Qualifications

• Completion of recognized Sign Language Interpreter Training Program and holds a sign language interpreting diploma or degree.
• CASLI Certificate of Interpretation (COI) or RID National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or equivalent, or in process to achieve certification.
• Active membership in CASLI or in process.
• Minimum five years' experience in English - American Sign Language interpreting.
• Ability to travel worldwide and must hold a valid passport (or able to obtain one).
• Valid driver’s license; 3 years clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for ASL-English interpretation for signing Faculty and Staff, students, and colleagues in STEM settings.
• Consults with Interpreting Services Manager, Faculty, Staff and students on inclusive approaches and policy.
• Keeps up to date with research on best practices for Academic Interpreting.
• Reviews and prepares interpretation for diverse high-level materials (courses, meetings, conferences).
• Prepares preparation material packages with the Interpreting Services Manager.
• Tracks interpreting service provisions with the Manager.
• Supports managing technical & field equipment, including PPE.
• Sourcing professional development opportunities for the Office; reviewing best practices to implement.
• Performs special projects related to academic interpreting and related topics.

Skills

ASL-English interpreting

Interpreting for STEM

Collaboration with faculty

Education

Sign Language Interpreter Training Program

CASLI COI / RID NIC certification

Bachelor’s degree (asset)

Job description

Date Posted: September 2nd, 2026

Posting Deadline: September 16th, 2026

Department: Interpreting Services

Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time

Group Affiliation: APC Group, Group 6 ($71,338 - $91,928 annually)

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of ASL-English Staff Interpreter (Science) to join our Interpreting Services team.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Vacation
• Personal days
• Flexible Workplace
• Professional development
• Holiday closure
• Summer hour schedule
• Discounted Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information And Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for American Sign Language (ASL)-English interpretation for signing Faculty and Staff members, students, and colleagues, including but not limited to classroom lectures, seminars, graduate defenses, administrative and research meetings, national and international conferences, and field research. These settings may include advanced scientific materials in a variety of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) disciplines.
• Consults and collaborates with Interpreting Services Manager, Faculty, Staff and students on innovative approaches to academic interpreting, inclusivity, and policy.
• Keeps up to date with research on best practices for Academic Interpreting
• Reviews and actively prepares for interpretation of a variety of technical materials including undergraduate & graduate studies research projects, high level meetings, course offerings, department meetings, research programs, etc.
• Prepares preparation material packages for Office in collaboration with Interpreting Services Manager.
• In collaboration with the Interpreting Services Manager, tracks interpreting service provisions.
• Supports Interpreting Services Manager, as necessary, with managing technical & field equipment, including PPE.
• Sourcing professional development opportunities for the Office; reviewing new best practices in profession that can be incorporated in the University.
• Tasks as assigned by the Interpreting Services Manager.
• This includes the development of special projects related to academic interpreting, scientific ASL and/or related topics under the direction of the Manager to meet changing workload demands.

Experience And Education Requirements

• Completion of recognized Sign Language Interpreter Training Program and holds a sign language interpreting diploma or degree. An undergraduate university degree is an asset. Other education, professional, and training experiences outside of interpreting training programs are also assets.
• CASLI Certificate of Interpretation (COI), or RID National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or equivalent, or have initiated the process to achieve certification.
• Holds Active membership in the Canadian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (CASLI) or has initiated the process.
• Minimum five years' experience in English - American Sign Language interpreting.
• Ability to travel worldwide and must hold a valid passport for international travel (or be able to obtain such passport).
• Valid driver's license; and 3 years clean driving record.
• Comfortable in outdoor settings, including in and around water.
• Comfortable being physically active while interpreting, such as being in the field for interpreting.
• Ability to learn and analyze high-level professional communication in ASL and English as well as the ability to accommodate a variance of communication registers.

At Saint Mary's University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].