Interpreter (Spanish)

Maryland Judiciary; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 93,411 - 114,170; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

State Retirement and Pension plans

Job summary

A court system provider in Maryland is seeking a Spanish Language Court Interpreter to assist the presiding judge in various court-related duties, including interpretation during criminal and civil court procedures. The ideal candidate must have at least a high school diploma, a Maryland State Certification, and a minimum of one year of experience in interpreting services. Candidates should possess strong skills in English and Spanish along with knowledge of legal terminology. Competitive salary and generous benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• One year of experience providing interpreting services.
• Certification as a Maryland Court Interpreter or similar.

Responsibilities

• Interpret during court procedures and hearings.
• Translate documents as requested by the judge.
• Participate in conversations for plea negotiations.

Skills

Native or near-native knowledge of English and Spanish

Knowledge of legal terminology

Ability to work independently

Skill in simultaneous and consecutive modes

Ability to remain poised in stressful situations

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Maryland State Certification or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Interpreter equipment

Job description

Position Information

• Location: Baltimore City Circuit Court, 111 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202


• Salary: $103,791


• Job Title: Interpreter (Spanish)


• Division/Department: Judge's Chambers


• Closing Date: Open until filled


• FLSA Status: Exempt


• At-Will: Yes


• Position Type: Full time

Benefits

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans.

Salary Range 2025.

Essential Job Functions

This position serves as a Spanish Language Court Interpreter in the courtroom, assisting interested parties as deemed necessary by the presiding judge in Baltimore City Circuit Court. Provides oral interpretation and sight translation for spoken communication and court-related documents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret during Criminal court procedures: trials, pleas, Preliminary Inquiries, Violation of Probation, Domestic Violence hearings, Bond hearings, serious and minor traffic hearings, etc.


• Interpret during Civil court procedures: Protective order hearings, Civil motions, tort trials, Landlord‑Tenant hearings, municipal infractions, large and small claims.


• Participate in conversations and conferences outside the courtroom for the state's attorney, public defender, or counsel in plea negotiations; court‑ordered mediations; debt collection agreements; oral exams; etc.


• Translate documents for use in the courthouse at the judge's request, e.g., Advice of Rights, Protective Order announcements, etc.; translate petitions or other documents from individuals not represented by counsel; assist pro‑se litigants with forms; assist bailiffs giving instructions in the courtrooms.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.


• Experience: One (1) year of experience providing interpreting services as a freelance or court interpreter.


• Certification: Maryland State Certification or Membership in the Council for Language Access or Federal Certification as a Spanish Court Interpreter.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Native or near‑native knowledge of English and Spanish with correct grammar, idioms, and pronunciation.


• Knowledge of legal terminology and the legal process.


• Knowledge of the Maryland Judicial System.


• Knowledge and compliance with the Code of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters.


• Skill in simultaneous and consecutive modes, sight translation of varying difficulty and legal terminology, and team interpretation.


• Ability to remain poised in stressful and pressured situations.


• Ability to provide consistent, professional, and courteous service.


• Ability to use tact when responding to staff, public officials, and the public.


• Ability to work independently.


• Ability to operate a personal computer and use Microsoft Office and data‑entry functions.


• Ability to prioritize work assignments.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work; may require lifting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible force frequently; walking and standing only occasionally.

Equipment, Machinery, and Tools

Personal computer, copier, scanner, interpreter equipment.

Software and Computer Skills

Microsoft Office; data entry; personal computer usage to enter and review information.

Additional Comments

This is an At‑Will position and serves at the pleasure of the Maryland Judiciary and assigned court location(s). Parking is included for this position.

Selection Process

Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be accepted; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Equal Opportunity & ADA

The Maryland Judiciary is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, familial status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. Applicants who need an ADA accommodation during the application and/or interview process should send their request via email to [e-mail] or call 410‑260‑1732. The Maryland Judiciary is a drug‑free workplace. Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work in the United States. Please find the Maryland Judiciary's equal employment opportunity policy here: Policy Prohibiting Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation.