Foreign Language Specialist

Bexar County; United States; Presencial; USD 67 000 - 82 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Bexar County PA seeks a Foreign Language Specialist to interpret and translate for criminal court proceedings. You will interpret Spanish-English and translations of court documents, supporting defense staff and investigators as needed.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree and two years of interpreting/translation experience, plus active Texas court interpreter licensure. May require working beyond 40 hours and maintaining secure records.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree plus two years interpreting or translating experience, or equivalent education/experience.
• Licensed court interpreter in good standing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Responsabilidades

• Interpret from English to Spanish and Spanish to English in criminal proceedings including trials, pleas, and hearings.
• Translate documents and related materials used in court; support Assistant Public Defender, Investigators, and Social Workers.
• Find interpreters for languages beyond Spanish as needed; maintain records of completed interpretation requests.

Conhecimentos

Interpreting

Bilingual English/Spanish

Legal terminology

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Title: Foreign Language Specialist

Pay Rate: Min to Mid Range $67,152.00 - $82,260.00

Time Type: Full time

Summary

Under direction, is responsible for interpreting dialog, documents or other materials essential to Criminal Court proceedings; trial preparation (communicating with client, witnesses); Assists Assistant Public Defender/Investigators/Social Workers of Office with interpretation of Spanish to English/English to Spanish and or find an interpreter of any other foreign language.

Duties and Responsibilities

Interprets from English to Spanish and Spanish to English in Criminal proceedings including trials, pleas, hearings.

Translates documents, and related material used in the Courts and as requested by Assistant Public Defenders/Investigators.

Find an interpreter who can assist Assistant Public Defender, Investigator, Social Worker (foreign language other than Spanish).

Maintain data and record of completed requests of interpretation/translation.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and two years of interpreting or translating experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be a licensed court interpreter in good standing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Considerable knowledge of the written and spoken English and Spanish language, both formal and informal; good knowledge of legal procedures and court decorum; knowledge of the translation modes, including simultaneous, consecutive and sight; knowledge of legal terminology.

Skill in dealing with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals.

Ability to operate a personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to listen attentively for long periods of time; ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and the public.

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance.

Must be certified in translating/interpreting from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.

Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test.

May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek.

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits.

Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren).

Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Are you looking to join a team that values respect, integrity, teamwork, accountability, and excellence? Become one of our 5,000+ public servants committed to building a better community through quality services.

With nearly 5,000 employees from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, Bexar County offers a wide range of opportunities.

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As public servants, Bexar County employees are dedicated to enhancing our community through exceptional service.

Join us and become part of an organization that values accountability, professionalism, and innovation, all while striving for excellence in service.

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This mutual commitment is evident in the strong bonds we maintain with our employees, even into their retirement.

Employee Benefits

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