Court Spanish Interpreter - Modern Legal Proceedings

Maryland Judiciary; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Continuing Education Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

State Retirement and Pension plans

Job summary

The Maryland Judiciary seeks a Spanish Interpreter for the Circuit Court in Charles County (LaPlata, MD) to provide courtroom interpretation across criminal and civil proceedings, including bail reviews, trials, pleas, and hearings.

This exempt, full-time role requires native-level English and Spanish, state certification, and the ability to interpret simultaneously or consecutively, translate documents, and assist with clerical duties when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of interpreting experience preferred.
• Maryland State Certification or Federal Certification for Spanish Court Interpreter required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in court proceedings including bail reviews, trials, pleas, hearings, and civil matters.
• Provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation and sight-translate documents as needed.
• Assist Bailiffs and Clerks, and support court services with interpretation duties.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data Entry

Personal computer

Job description

The Maryland Judiciary seeks a Spanish Interpreter for the Circuit Court in Charles County (LaPlata, MD) to provide courtroom interpretation across criminal and civil proceedings, including bail reviews, trials, pleas, and hearings.

This exempt, full-time role requires native-level English and Spanish, state certification, and the ability to interpret simultaneously or consecutively, translate documents, and assist with clerical duties when needed.