MTC Mongolian Language Evaluator (Part-time)

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints seeks a language evaluator in Provo, Utah. This position is essential for assessing the language proficiency of missionaries and teacher applicants, aiding in their placement and employment eligibility. Responsibilities include evaluating language abilities, participating in training, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates should have advanced language skills, the ability to work independently, and must maintain confidentiality. Experience in an MTC setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience speaking a second language.
• Able to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Required to keep sensitive information confidential.

Responsibilities

• Assess the language abilities of missionaries and applicants.
• Report language ratings to the Language Evaluation Supervisor.
• Participate in training to improve evaluation skills.
• Perform clerical tasks as needed.
• Serve as a role-player in evaluations.

Skills

Advanced language proficiency

Excellent public relations skills

Organizational skills

Confident working under minimal supervision

Job description

Job Description

This position is central to the missionaries' role to "Invite others to come unto Christ by helping them receive the restored gospel through faith in Jesus Christ and His Atonement, repentance, baptism, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end." Using the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines, the language evaluator assesses the proficiency level of missionaries and teacher applicants in the target language. These ratings are then reported to the Language Evaluation Supervisor to help determine missionary placement and applicant employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assess the language abilities of missionaries (pre‑MTC and in‑residence) and teacher applicants.
• Report language‑specific ratings to the Language Evaluation Supervisor through appropriate channels.
• Participate in regular individual trainings to improve intra‑rater reliability, evaluation skills and accuracy.
• Participate in regular group trainings to improve inter‑rater reliability and accuracy.
• Support an effort to build and maintain an environment of increased harmony, trust, and goodwill within the department and the MTC.
• Perform secretarial and clerical tasks as needed.
• Serve as a role‑player to act as a non‑member interested in learning about The Church of Jesus Christ.
• Take on other temporary assigned duties at the MTC, such as assisting with Mission Leadership Seminar.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience speaking a second language.
• Advanced, High, or Superior language proficiency in the target language (if not native, must provide evidence of language proficiency, i.e., OPI certification).
• Able to work independently.
• Confident working under minimal supervision.
• Excellent public relations and communication skills.
• Able to prioritize and organize.
• Required to keep sensitive information confidential and work in a professional manner.

To successfully perform the essential functions of the job, there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using monitors/equipment.

Preferred

• Previous or current MTC experience.
• 1 year of experience evaluating language speaking abilities.

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.