Court Interpreter Per Diem

Imperial Court Hotel; El Centro (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Court is seeking a qualified Court Interpreter to provide verbal interpretations in court proceedings and translate written materials in the courtroom. This role requires CA certification and the ability to travel to branch courts to support non-English speaking defendants.

You will interpret for defendants, judges, counsel, jurors and witnesses, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality across legal proceedings. Strong language skills and professional demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate as Court Interpreter per CA Judicial Council requirements.
• Requires strong command of English and designated second language.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interpret verbal court proceedings for defendants, judges, counsel, jurors and witnesses.
• Provide sight translations of written materials such as reports and legal documents.
• Travel to branch courts to interpret proceedings for non-English speaking defendants.
• Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
• Maintain professional conduct and confidentiality.

Skills

Oral English

Second language

Consecutive translation

Sight translation

Interpersonal skills

Ethics and confidentiality

Education

Certified Court Interpreter (Judicial Council of CA)

Job description

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide verbal interpretations of questions, testimony, arguments and other courtroom proceedings for defendants, judges, counsel, jurors, witnesses and others; translate written materials and legal documents in the courtroom.

General Purpose

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide verbal interpretations of questions, testimony, arguments and other courtroom proceedings for defendants, judges, counsel, jurors, witnesses and others; translate written materials and legal documents in the courtroom.

Examples of Essential Duties

Minimum Qualifications; Licenses; Special Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to: consistent with requirements set by the State of California for a Certified Court Interpreter.

LICENSES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Court Interpreter Certification from the Judicial Council of California.

A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Court's vehicle insurance policy.

Knowledge Of

• Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Legal procedures and terminology.
• Simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation techniques.
• Translation of street language including slang, profanity and colloquialisms.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Code of ethics and rules of confidentiality applicable to interpreting.

Ability To

• Interpret verbal court proceedings including questions, testimony, arguments and other audible exchanges in a court of law.
• Provide sight translation of written materials including reports, letters, legal documents and other items.
• Travel to branch courts to interpret proceedings for non-English speaking defendants.
• Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Stand in court for extended periods of time.
• Provide clear and accurate translations and interpretations of superior court proceedings.

Additional Information

Reasonable Accommodations

The Court provides reasonable accommodations upon request for applicants with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail] if you feel you will need an accommodation for any aspect of the selection process. The Human Resources Department requests that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior so that a reasonable accommodation may be made.

Position not eligible for any benefits.

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This position requires that you possess and maintain a valid Certificate as a 'Certificated Court Interpreter' issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California. What is your certification number and expiration date?

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• Required Question