Court Interpreter (Spanish)

Maryland Judiciary

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 72,600 - 127,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance and continuing education programs

State Retirement and Pension plans

Job summary

The Maryland Judiciary seeks a Court Interpreter (Spanish) for the Circuit Court. In this role, you will provide essential interpreting services during judicial proceedings and assist court functions. Ideal candidates are fluent in English and Spanish, with relevant certification and experience in legal interpreting.

Qualifications

Must have Maryland State Certification or equivalent.
At least one year of experience as a court interpreter required.
Ability to interpret in both simultaneous and consecutive modes.

Responsibilities

Interpret for the Clerk's Office and during court proceedings.
Assist the public at information desks and events.
Work under the direction of the presiding judge.

Skills

Legal terminology

Spanish language proficiency

English language proficiency

Interpreting skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Title

Court Interpreter (Spanish)

Division/Department

Circuit Court for Baltimore City

Administration

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Location

Baltimore, MD 21202

Salary

$102,763

FLSA Status

Exempt

At Will

Yes

Position Type

Fulltime

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.

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Essential Job Functions

This position serves as a Spanish Language Court Interpreter for the Clerk?s Office in the Courtroom and for Court-Ordered Mediation. The incumbent will perform Court Interpreter duties during various types of proceedings, including bail reviews, trials, pleas, hearings, as well as many forms of criminal and civil matters. Performs courtroom interpretation for interested parties, as deemed necessary by a presiding judge.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Serve as a Spanish Language Court Interpreter in the courtroom and for court ordered mediation; plea negotiations; trustee, examiner, and Magistrate?s hearings; court-assigned counsel; home visitations; parenting classes; and courtroom interpretation for interested parties as demand necessary by a presiding judge.

Interpret outside of the courtroom for services ordered by the court for domestic, juvenile, civil non-domestic and psychological evaluations.

Assist at the Clerk?s Office counter and information desks, free-of-charge events conducted by the courts and to assist the public to access court services.

Assist Court Interpreter Coordinator as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma (or GED equivalent).

Experience: One (1) year of experience providing interpreting services as a freelance or court interpreter.

Preferred Experience: Three (3) years of experience preferred.

Required Certification: Maryland State Certification or Member of State Certification in the Council for Language Access or Federal Certification as a Spanish Court Interpreter.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Legal terminology and the legal process.

The Maryland Judicial System.

The Code of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters, and compliance.

Skill In

Native or near native knowledge of English and Spanish to provide interpretation with correct grammar, idioms, and pronunciation.

Ability To

Interpret in simultaneous and consecutive modes, to sight translate documents varying in levels of difficulty and legal terminology, and to team interpret effectively.

Remain poised in stressful and pressured situations.

Provide consistent, professional, and courteous service.

Use tact in responding to staff, public officials, and the public.

Work independently.

Operate a computer

Perform All Essential Functions Of Position.

Prioritize work assignments.

Physical Requirements

Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates, and hours of work. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted.

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

For further information please contact Talent Acquisition at aocta@mdcourts.gov.

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status , physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA Accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to ADA@mdcourts.gov or call 410-260-1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States.

Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation .