Court Interpreter 1/Court Interpreter 2 - REPOST

New Jersey Courts; Paterson (NJ); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the New Jersey Judiciary as a Court Interpreter, contributing to meaningful work that impacts public lives. Several levels of interpreter positions are available, requiring certification and legal exposure, with responsibilities including interpreting proceedings and translating documents in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Certified or approved by the NJ Administrative Office of the Courts.
• Experience in a legal environment is preferred.
• Valid NJ driver’s license if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in all modes: sight, consecutive, simultaneous.
• Translate court documents and data entry.
• Participate in training and work effectively with staff.

Skills

Interpreting

Translating

Data Entry

Technical Competence

Education

Court Interpreter Certification

Job description

When you come to work for the New Jersey Judiciary, you will join an 8,500-member strong team that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness, and quality service. You will be engaged in work that has purpose, meaning, and makes a difference in the lives of the public we serve. Our work spans courtroom proceedings, administrative offices, courthouse training rooms, IT offices, and fieldwork, all aimed at improving lives daily. We value dignity, individualism, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Positions will be filled at one of the following levels based on candidate qualifications and available positions:

• Court Interpreter 1 - Conditionally Approved/Trainee (Level 1): Salary Range: $61,211.50 - $102,150.53. Trainees interpret proceedings of limited legal or linguistic complexity and may draft translations of forms and court-related documents.
• Court Interpreter 1 - Journey (Level 2a): Salary Range: $71,937.01 - $102,150.53. Interpreters at this level interpret legal proceedings and translate court documents.
• Court Interpreter 2 - Master (Level 3): Salary Range: $76,253.21 - $115,099.18. Interpreters interpret complex legal proceedings and translate various court documents.

Salary Information: Newly hired individuals typically start at the minimum of the salary range. Promotions or advancements usually include a 5% salary increase, not exceeding the maximum of the range. Employees hired before June 3, 2014, are Schedule A; those hired on or after are Schedule B.

Remote Work: The Judiciary offers a hybrid schedule, allowing up to 2 days of remote work outside Judiciary buildings, contingent on installing multi-factor authentication and having high-speed internet.

The Passaic Vicinage seeks a Court Interpreter with legal environment exposure and technical competence. Responsibilities include interpreting in all modes (sight, consecutive, simultaneous), translating documents, data entry, participating in training, and working effectively with staff. Regular physical presence at the worksite is required.

Eligibility: Applicants must be approved by the NJ Administrative Office of the Courts, having passed relevant exams or holding Court Interpreter Certification. Prior translation tests are required before translating documents.

More information on becoming a Court Interpreter

Additional Requirements: Valid NJ driver’s license if vehicle operation is necessary, authorization to work in the US, background check including fingerprinting, and residency in NJ for new hires within a year of employment.

How to Apply: Complete the application fully, detailing all relevant experience, and submit as instructed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The NJ Judiciary comprises the Supreme Court, Superior Court, Tax Court, and Municipal Courts, with the Administrative Office providing support and development services.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Judiciary of New Jersey is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Applicant support: NeoGov at 1-877-204-4442, Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM MT.