Court Interpreter Program Lead

City of Cleveland; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cleveland seeks a Court Interpreter Coordinator to supervise the Court Interpreters Unit and coordinate language services in the Municipal Court. The role ensures compliance with Ohio rules and maintains the court’s Language Access Plan.

Qualified candidates must be SC Ohio certified, with extensive interpreting experience, and able to train court staff. Strong leadership and data reporting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified by the Supreme Court of Ohio and in good standing; continuing education required.
• High School Diploma is required; related field degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Court Interpreters Unit staff and evaluate performance.
• Coordinate services with agencies and contractors; review invoices.
• Ensure compliance with the Code of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters.
• Interpret in court functions and related events; handle complaints.
• Maintain language access data, reports, and plan updates.
• Train judges, staff on interpreter services; monitor legal terminology usage.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Organize & prioritize

Evaluate interpreters

Interpreting/ translating

Professional communication

MS Office

Education

Certified by the Supreme Court of Ohio

High School Diploma required

Related field degree preferred

Four years in interpreting in a complex org

Job description

City of Cleveland seeks a Court Interpreter Coordinator to supervise the Court Interpreters Unit and coordinate language services in the Municipal Court. The role ensures compliance with Ohio rules and maintains the court’s Language Access Plan.

Qualified candidates must be SC Ohio certified, with extensive interpreting experience, and able to train court staff. Strong leadership and data reporting skills are essential.