Interpreter

New York City Fire Department; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Fire Department is seeking an enthusiastic Interpreter to perform crucial language services, ensuring effective communication in high-stakes environments like the Grand Jury. Ideal candidates will possess strong bilingual skills in Spanish and demonstrated experience in community-centric activities. This is a full-time entry-level position offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in community work related to interpretation.
• Must be bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Perform interpretations for Grand Jury panels and interviews.
• Transcribe video and audio recordings from Spanish to English.
• Maintain records of interpretations.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Customer service skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

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The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County ("BXDA") is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By "Pursuing Justice with Integrity," the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.

In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Interpreter (Spanish).

Job Responsibilities

• Perform consecutive and simultaneous interpretations in Grand Jury panels, the Complaint Room and Video Statements.
• Converse and write fluently in Spanish and ensure the confidentiality of information.
• Interpret and transcribe video and audio recordings from Spanish to English.
• Maintain records of complete interpretations and other assignments as needed.
• Travel to area hospitals and precincts to interpret interviews.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Work Shift

• Weekends and late nights on a rotating shift.
  
  

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR - 56058

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment . - Excellent customer service skills. - Familiarity with general court services and functionalities preferred. - Must be bilingual -able to speak Spanish (Required). - Must have two years experience in a professional setting, performing interpreting and translating from Spanish into English and vice versa.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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