COURT INTERPRETER - 22011713

Florida; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Courts System is seeking a Court Interpreter to provide English–Spanish interpreting and translation services across the four-county circuit, ensuring due process in all proceedings.

The role reports to the Supervising Court Interpreter and requires familiarity with the Florida Rules for Certification and Regulation of Spoken Language Court Interpreters; background check is required.

Locations include Saint Augustine, Deland, Bunnell, and Daytona Beach.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully and in a professional manner with the public, attorneys, judges and all courthouse personnel.
• Knowledge of and ability to use correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Responsibilities

• Provide English–Spanish interpreting and translation services to ensure due process in court proceedings throughout the four-county circuit.
• Comply with the Code of Professional Conduct as set forth in Part III of the Florida Rules for Certification and Regulation of Spoken Language Court Interpreters.

Job description

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Requisition No:886149

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: COURT INTERPRETER - 22011713

Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number:22011713

Salary: $73,070.04 / $65,763.12 not certified

Program/Dept.: Court Interpreting Services / Court Services

Location: Bunnell, Daytona Beach, DeLand, or St. Augustine

Position #: 11713

Annual Salary : $73,070.04 (or $65,763.12 if not yet certified)

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

Function:
This position reports to the Supervising Court Interpreter and provides English to Spanish (and vice versa) interpreting & translation services to ensure due process in legal proceedings throughout the four-county circuit. This position will be expected to be thoroughly familiar with and comply fully with the Code of Professional Conduct as set forth in Part III of the Florida Rules for Certification and Regulation of Spoken Language Court Interpreters. Headquarters are subject to change based upon the needs of the court.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully and in a professional manner with the public, attorneys, judges and all courthouse personnel. Knowledge of and ability to use correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to collaborate with court personnel on the most effective delivery of interpreter services to satisfy the needs and obligations of the court. Ability to use a personal computer and Microsoft Word applications (Word, Excel, and Access). Ability to organize work, establish priorities, and meet deadlines. Ability to manage multiple assignments. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion concerning confidential information.

This State-funded position is paid monthly and includes the State of Florida benefits package. The successful applicant is required to undergo a background check, including fingerprinting.

The 7th Judicial Circuit Court is an equal opportunity andE-Verify employer.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location:

SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32085

DELAND, FL, US, 32724

DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32114

BUNNELL, FL, US, 32110

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