Part - Time Certified ASL Interpreter for the Deaf - FY 2027

The Goddard School of Deerfield; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada (CSN) is seeking a Part-Time Certified ASL Interpreter for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, employees, and community members across CSN programs and events.

The role covers interpreting for credit/workforce courses, student activities, meetings, trainings, and CSN-sponsored events, with two-hour minimums and potential two-hour compensation for shorter assignments. CSN emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Registered with the state of Nevada as a Community Interpreter.
• National certification: EIPA or NAD-RID.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret spoken English into American Sign Language and American Sign Language into spoken English.
• Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Exercise professional judgment and make independent decisions in a variety of educational and institutional interpreting settings, consistent with the RID Code of Conduct and CSN policies.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interpreting team when assignments require team interpreting.
• Research course content, terminology, and other relevant information to prepare for classroom assignments and college-related activities.
• Convey information accurately, effectively, and impartially, using appropriate specialized vocabulary and interpreting techniques.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with FERPA and institutional requirements.
• Complete service verification records and all other required documentation accurately and within deadlines.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, reliability, sound judgment, and effective workplace collaboration.
• Represent the institution professionally and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Maintain required interpreting credentials and state licensure, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registered with the state of Nevada as a Community Interpreter

National certification: EIPA or NAD-RID

Job description

Part - Time Certified ASL Interpreter for the Deaf - FY2027

Job Description

The ASL Interpreter provides American Sign Language interpreting services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, employees, and community members participating in College of Southern Nevada programs, services, and events. Assignments may include, but are not limited to, credit and workforce development courses, student activities, meetings, trainings, and CSN-sponsored community events.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret spoken English into American Sign Language and American Sign Language into spoken English.
• Communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Exercise professional judgment and make independent decisions in a variety of educational and institutional interpreting settings, consistent with the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct and CSN policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively as a member of an interpreting team when assignments require team interpreting.
• Research course content, terminology, and other relevant information to prepare for classroom assignments and college-related activities.
• Convey information accurately, effectively, and impartially, using appropriate specialized vocabulary and interpreting techniques.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student information and records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and institutional requirements.
• Complete service verification records and all other required documentation accurately and within established deadlines.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, reliability, sound judgment, and effective workplace collaboration.
• Represent the institution professionally and comply with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Maintain required interpreting credentials and state licensure, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Scheduling Information

• Interpreting assignments are subject to a two-hour minimum. Interpreters will be compensated for a minimum of two hours for each assignment, even when the scheduled assignment is shorter than two hours.
• Assignments canceled with fewer than 24 hours' notice will be compensated. Interpreters are expected to remain available for reassignment during the originally scheduled assignment period, when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Registered with the state of Nevada as a Community Interpreter
• National certification: EIPA or NAD-RID certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience interpreting in a postsecondary educational setting.
• Degree, certificate, or college coursework in ASL interpreting, Deaf Studies, or a related field.
• Experience with team interpreting and academic terminology.
• Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Flexible daytime availability, with some evening or weekend availability as needed.

Starting Salary

$60.00

Exempt: No

Full-Time Equivalent: 48.8%

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution.

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

About Us

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple sites and centers.

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.