Certified American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter - Hybrid

VECRA, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VECRA, Inc. is seeking certified American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters to provide professional interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing employees in Maryland. The role requires fluency in ASL and English, along with three or more years of experience in interpretation.

The position is hybrid, offering both on-site and remote work options. As a service-disabled veteran-owned business, VECRA is committed to diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Current and valid interpreter certifications from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in ASL interpretation.
• Demonstrated fluency in both ASL and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally competent interpreting services.
• Interpret fluently between spoken English and signed communication.
• Maintain pace with natural conversational flow.

Skills

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)

Culturally competent interpreting

Adapt communication styles

Voice interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in ASL interpretation or related field

Job description

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter (Full-Time, On Call)

VECRA is seeking several highly qualified and certified American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters (On Call) to provide professional sign language interpreting, transliterating, and/or sight translation services in support of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (HoH) NSWCCD employees. Services will be provided based on specific communication needs and requests.

Company Description

VECRA, Inc. is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB), woman-owned small business (WOSB), minority business enterprise (MBE) consulting firm implementing proven methodologies that help our clients drive growth, transform businesses, and innovate breakthrough ideas. VECRA’s extensive experience with innovative Healthcare Management, Interpretation & Translation Services, Reporting systems, Medical Coding, Facilities Management, Program Management and Staffing Support Services are always: Vigilant * Efficient * Collaborative * Responsive * Accurate.

Job Description

The Contractor will provide sign language interpreter services, sign language and/or other recognized modes of interpreting services for Deaf and/or Hard of Hearing NSWCCD employees and applicants on call/scheduled basis. Positions are both on-site and remote.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and culturally competent interpreting, transliterating, and sight translation services tailored to the communication needs of Deaf/HoH employees
• Interpret fluently between spoken English and various forms of signed communication, including American Sign Language (ASL), Pidgin Sign English (PSE), Manually Coded English (MCE), Contact Sign, Tactile Sign, and Oral Transliteration (if applicable)
• Perform interpretation in both directions: voice-to-sign and sign-to-voice
• Convey nuance, tone, inflection, and the overall spirit of the message, ensuring message integrity across various settings
• Maintain pace with natural conversational flow in all professional contexts
• Provide voice interpretation when a Deaf or HoH individual’s speech is not easily understood
• Uphold professional standards, confidentiality, and ethical practices in accordance with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct (CPC)

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Candidates must reside in the Washington DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia (WMA) Area
• Current and valid interpreter certifications from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)
• Adherence to the RID Code of Professional Conduct (CPC)
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in ASL interpretation
• Demonstrated fluency in both ASL and English
• Proven ability to adapt communication styles and techniques based on individual needs and settings
• Capability to work in multiple modalities (in-person, remote, video relay, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting in technical, governmental, or military environments
• Familiarity with tactile or oral transliteration practices

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Bachelor's Degree in a field such as ASL interpretation, Deaf Studies, Linguistics, or a related field (Optional)
• Actively or previously taken formal ASL courses, immersion programs, and/or consistent practice with native signers
• Completion of an ASL Interpreting Program
• Internship or practicum experiences under the supervision of experienced professionals

Other

• Req Type: Non-Exempt
• Work Hours: On call/Scheduled
• Work Location(s): Bethesda, MD – Hybrid/Onsite & Offsite
• Salary: Negotiable

Benefits

This is a contracted position.

VECRA, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. VECRA is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. VECRA maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.