Court Interpreter (Per Diem) - Precision in Courtrooms

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

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.