Health-Bilingual Communications Specialist

Cityofwatertown; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Watertown is seeking a Part-Time Bilingual Communications Specialist (Health Department) to provide professional medical translation/interpretation for individuals with Limited English Proficiency. The role supports communication across clinics, offices, and community sites and helps with scheduling and navigation of linguistic services.

Required: Certified Medical Interpreter/Translator designation and fluency in English and Spanish, plus strong cultural competency and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Interpreter/Translator designation required
• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• Strong knowledge of cultural competency principles
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, professional interpretation during appointments, phone interactions, clinics, and community events
• Translate essential documents, including medical records, educational materials, and correspondence
• Guide individuals with Limited English Proficiency to the right resources and services
• Support daily operations, including appointment scheduling and communication coordination
• Work in various settings—from our Public Health office to community locations and licensed facilities

Skills

Certified Medical Interpreter/Transl.,

Bilingual English/Spanish

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Job description

Part-Time Bilingual Communications Specialist-Health Department

Join Our Team as a Certified Medical Translator/Interpreter. Help Watertown's diverse community access the care they deserve!

Do you have a passion for language, connection, and supporting community health? The Watertown Department of Public Health is seeking a Bilingual Communications Specialist to play a key role in bridging communication between clients, families, operators, and staff.

Position Summary

A Bilingual Communications Specialist is a Certified Medical Translator/Interpreter that provides professional oral interpretation and written translation services to support effective communication for individuals with Limited English Proficiency. This position facilitates communication between community members, clients, families, operators, and departmental staff across a variety of settings including the Department of Public Health, licensed facilities, and community locations. The Bilingual Communications Specialist also assists with operational tasks such as scheduling appointments and serves as a resource for navigating available linguistic and community services.

This is a part-time position with up to 18 hours per week.

What You'll Do

• Deliver accurate, professional interpretation during appointments, phone interactions, clinics, and community events
• Translate essential documents, including medical records, educational materials, and correspondence
• Guide individuals with Limited English Proficiency to the right resources and services
• Support daily operations, including appointment scheduling and communication coordination
• Work in various settings-from our Public Health office to community locations and licensed facilities

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Interpreter/Translator designation required
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish
• Strong knowledge of cultural competency principles
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Wage: $31.12 per hour

Application Deadline

November 2, 2026, or until position is filled

We appreciate all interest in this position. Only applicants who meet the required qualifications will move forward in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment based on Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing