Court Interpreter 1/ Court Interpreter 2 (Spanish)

New Jersey Courts; New Brunswick (NJ); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the New Jersey Judiciary as a Court Interpreter, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring justice through effective communication. This position offers a chance to grow within a respected organization while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families. Candidates must demonstrate integrity and possess the necessary certifications to interpret in various legal contexts.

Qualifications

• Eligible applicants must be AOC approved court interpreters.
• Must pass translation tests administered by the AOC.
• High degree of integrity and commitment to customer service required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in court proceedings and quasi-judicial hearings.
• Translate official documents and forms.
• Participate in training to maintain interpreting skills.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Court Interpreter Certification

Job description

Pay $73674.60 - $111206.94 / year

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 3956325

When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public’s trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.

The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.

The Middlesex Vicinage is seeking a Court Interpreter with exposure to the legal environment and technical competence in the court interpreting arena. The chosen candidate will exhibit a high degree of integrity, honesty, commitment to customer service and dedication to professional development. Under the Court Executive 2B (Operations Division Manager) and/or other high level manager/supervisor, the successful candidate must be able to interpret in the three modes of interpretation (sight, consecutive and simultaneous) in court proceedings, quasi-judicial hearings, complimentary dispute resolution events and other court related events in person or via a telecommunication device. The qualified candidate will be able to produce translations of documents (either in draft or final form), such as official forms, public signs, notices, posters, form letters and correspondence. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to collecting and entering data into automated record-keeping systems, participating in study and training activities in a group or individually in order to develop and maintain interpreting and translating skills. The successful candidate must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with all levels of Judiciary staff.


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 – Conditionally Approved/Trainee
Employees at this level act as trainees at interpreter proceedings of limited legal significance or limited linguistic complexity and prepare draft translations of forms, letter and other court related documents.

MINIMUM SALARY: $59,141.55
MAXIMUM SALARY A: $98,696.16
MAXIMUM SALARY B: $93,761.36

Court Interpreter 1 – Journey Level 2 – Journey
Employees at this level interpret legal proceedings and may translate forms, letters and other court related documents.

Minimum Salary: $69,504.36
Maximum Salary A: $98,696.16
Maximum Salary B: $93,761.36

Court Interpreter 2 – Mastery Level 3 – Mastery
Employees at this level interpret complex legal proceedings and translate forms, letters and other court- related documents

Minimum Salary: $73,674.60
Maximum Salary A: $111,206.94
Maximum Salary B: $105,646.59

REMOTE WORK : The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.

• Translation of documents
• Customer Service
• Court interpretation
***Spoken Language*** Eligibility: Eligible applicants are court interpreters approved by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC). AOC approved interpreters include interpreters who have passed the written and performance oral exams of the National Center for State Courts administered by the AOC or an equivalent test administered by a member state of the Council of Language Access Coordinators; or who possess the Court Interpreter Certification from the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.

Note: Prior to translating documents, incumbents must pass the translation test administered by the AOC.

For additional information on becoming a Court Interpreter refer to https://www.njcourts.gov/public/spoken.html
Driver's License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Authorization to Work: US citizenship is not required. Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the US according to Department of Homeland Security, US Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations.

Special Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting. All data received will be kept in strict confidence except to inform the individual of the findings and what action will be taken as a result of this information.

Residency Law: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Judiciary must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey.


HOW TO APPLY: The NJ Judiciary requires all applicants to complete the application process fully and as instructed. All applicants must complete the work experience and education sections and attach any required documents. Applications must describe all relevant work experience in detail, beginning with your current or most recent job, including military service (indicate rank), internships and job-related volunteer work, if applicable. Use a separate section to describe each position. Applicants who indicate "see resume" or enter their initials to acknowledge that they have skipped the Work History and Education sections will not be considered, unless they do not possess any education history or work experience. Only applicants that follow the application instructions and submit completed applications will be considered.


The New Jersey Judiciary consists of: the Supreme Court, the Superior Court including the Appellate Division and the Trial Court of the 15 vicinages in New Jersey, the Tax Court and the Municipal Court System. The Administrative Office of the Courts provides technical assistance, operational support, training, research and development, budget and personnel coordination, and development and operation of information systems for the Courts of New Jersey.
The Judiciary of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer Committed to Ensuring an Open Door to Justice


NeoGov applicant support at 1-855-524-5627 (toll free call)
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST)

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