ASL Interpreter with Security Clearance

ORBIS Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ORBIS Inc. seeks an ASL Interpreter in Washington, DC for part-time and full-time roles. The position requires high-level ASL-English interpreting within a federal environment, adherence to professional conduct, and collaboration with NAVSEA personnel at the Washington Navy Yard.

You will work on-site with occasional virtual support, mentoring peers, and traveling as needed to other sites within 50 miles and potentially abroad. A strong background in STEM communication is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of specialized interpreting experience in federal settings.
• 7+ years in staff interpreter roles or equivalent.
• 5+ years certified experience in technical environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate simultaneous ASL-English interpretation.
• Work with a contract team supporting NAVSEA at Washington Navy Yard.
• Mentor fellow interpreters at the site and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Travel domestically and potentially internationally as needed.

Skills

ASL to English

Interpreting

Ethical decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

BA/BS in ASL Interpretation

MA/MS in ASL Interpretation

Job description

ASL Interpreter Washington, DC Looking for Part-Time and Full time employees. Responsibilities: * Provide accurate simultaneous ASL- English interpretation. * Maintain adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct: CPC - Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, Inc. (rid.org)

• Team professionally and provide peer mentorship to fellow interpreters at the site.
• Study clients' roles and vocabulary to get up to speed quickly in a fast-paced, highly technical environment requiring sensitive stakeholder management at all levels. * Render services as part of a contract team supporting NAVSEA at the Washington Navy Yard (WNY). Occasionally provide services at other sites within 50 miles of WNY. * Deliver support in-person and occasionally virtually, with potential for domestic and foreign travel. Requirements: * 7+ years of specialized interpreting experience in federal settings. * 7+ years in staff interpreter roles, ongoing roles (2-5 days per week), or Designated interpreter roles for clients who hold management positions. * 5+ years certified experience in technical environments. * Strong ASL-to-English interpreting skills. * Experience with solving complex ethical issues involving consideration of multiple issues and job areas * US Citizen with Secret Security Clearance Preferred: * BA/BS or MA/MS Degree in ASL Interpretation * Familiarity with and strong receptive skills for clients who use Signing Exact English (SEE). * 7+ years of experience interpreting STEM content in cleared DoD settings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.