INTERPRETER PRO TEM

San Bernardino Superior Court; California; On-site; USD 32,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino Superior Court seeks qualified individuals to work as Court Interpreters Pro Tem on an independent contractor basis at multiple locations across the county. This role requires concentration in a busy courtroom environment and travel within the county.

Certified or Registered Court Interpreters are preferred, with daily rates ranging from $175 to $350 based on needs. Selection includes background checks and adherence to court conduct guidelines.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid certificate as a Certified Court Interpreter or Registered Court Interpreter.
• Ability to interpret from English to non-English languages using sight, simultaneous, and consecutive modes.
• Willingness to travel within the county as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interpret from and into English and the applicable non-English language at court proceedings and related departments.
• Abide by Professional Conduct standards for Court Interpreters per California rules.
• Notify the court of issues that may impede performance.
• Submit a Daily Activity Log detailing services performed.

Skills

Certified Court Interpreter

Registered Court Interpreter

Job description

WE ARE HIRING: PRO-TEM INTERPRETER

The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, is seeking qualified individuals to work as Court Interpreters Pro Tem on an independent contractor basis. The services of Court Interpreters Pro Tem are needed at various court locations, including: San Bernardino, Joshua Tree, Victorville, Fontana, Barstow, Big Bear, Needles, and Rancho Cucamonga.

Certified Pro Tem Rates:

$175.00- $350.00 daily or as appropriate based on the needs of the Court.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Court Interpreters Pro Tem perform a wide variety of language interpretation activities for the Superior Courts of California and for parties to proceedings, including witnesses, defendants, attorneys, other court personnel and the public. Court Interpreters Pro Tem are scheduled upon the daily needs of the court, notification of availability to work and indicated geographical preferences. The Court Services Coordinator or designee within each court location is responsible for scheduling coverage as needed. This opportunity requires the ability to concentrate and deliver interpreting services in a busy and fast-paced environment. Court interpreting requires the ability to adjust to speakers with differing voices and accents at varying rates of speed. Interpreters come into contact with a wide variety of people from differing educational and economic backgrounds. Travel within the county is required.

The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino is an Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/D/V.

1. Interpret from and into English and the applicable non-English language using sight, simultaneous, and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
2. Abide by the standards of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters as per California Rule of Court, rule 2.890. (http://www.courts.ca.gov/cms/rules/index.cfm?title=two&linkid=rule2_890)
3. Notify the court of any issues or situations that may impede the interpreter's performance.
4. Submit a Daily Activity Log detailing the services performed during each assignment.

Possession of a valid certificate as a "Certified Court Interpreter" or "Registered Court Interpreter" issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California.

Special Requirements:

• A valid Class "C" driver's license, or the equivalent, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out assignment-related essential functions.
• Applicants must submit a copy of their current Judicial Council badge or the completed INT-110 form with their application for consideration.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Upon review of all submitted materials, the candidate will be contacted via email or by phone regarding the background check.

Background Check

All employees are fingerprinted and must pass a background check. Depending on the position, it may include the procurement of a consumer credit report. Information obtained will be evaluated for compatibility with Court employment. Any false statement or omission of a material fact may cause forfeiture of employment rights. Information presented on employment applications, resumes, and during the examination process is subject to verification. Convictions, depending upon the type, number, and recency, may be disqualifying.

Stamina to sit and/or stand and concentrate for extended periods; corrected hearing and vision to normal range.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the courtroom and related court facilities and includes but is not limited to contact with judges, staff attorneys, and the public. The position requires the ability to concentrate and deliver interpreting services in a busy and fast-paced environment. Courtroom interpreting requires the ability to adjust to speakers with differing voices and accents at varying rates of speed. Interpreters come into contact with a wide variety of people from differing educational and economical backgrounds. Travel within the county is required.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process may contact the Human Resources Office at [phone] or via email at [e-mail]. Individuals with hearing and/or speech impairments may also contact the recruiter for this position through the use of the California Relay Service by dialing 711.