Court Spanish Interpreter (Full-Time, Certified)

Fresno Superior Court; Fresno; On-site; COP 311,357,000 - 340,269,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresno Superior Court in Fresno, CA, seeks a full-time Court Interpreter for Spanish language. The position performs consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in court proceedings and related duties, including sight translations, to assist judges, attorneys, and the public.

Qualifications include possession of a Certified Court Interpreter certificate or court interpreter registration with the California Judicial Council, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Certificate as a Certified Court Interpreter or registration as Court Interpreter with the Judicial Council of California.
• Ability to interpret accurately and impartially in court settings using simultaneous, consecutive, and sight translation modes.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and court procedures in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Interprets in English and Spanish using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and related departments.
• Performs sight translations of court documents such as petitions and reports.
• Interprets for judges, attorneys, staff, and the public as directed by the court.
• Notifies the court of issues that could affect interpreter performance.
• Researches terminology related to legal, technological, scientific, and medical contexts.
• Completes daily activity logs and documentation as required.

Skills

Consecutive interpretation

Simultaneous interpretation

Sight translation

Legal terminology

Interpersonal communication

Education

Certified Court Interpreter certificate

Job description

Fresno Superior Court in Fresno, CA, seeks a full-time Court Interpreter for Spanish language. The position performs consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in court proceedings and related duties, including sight translations, to assist judges, attorneys, and the public.

Qualifications include possession of a Certified Court Interpreter certificate or court interpreter registration with the California Judicial Council, and a valid driver's license.