Sign Language Interpreter

State of North Carolina - Eastern NC School for the Deaf; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Eastern NC School for the Deaf seeks a Sign Language Interpreter to provide receptive and expressive interpretation for students, staff, parents, and the school community. You will interpret at school meetings, support Deaf Administrators and Department Heads, and interpret in classrooms for mainstreamed students.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in an interpreter training program and two years of professional interpreting experience; licensure requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an interpreter training program from an accredited institution with two years of professional interpreting experience.
• Licensure as required by the governing board (GS 90D) where applicable.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may apply per policy.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for school meetings including IEPs, staffing, and health meetings to ensure access to information.
• Provide sign language interpretation for Deaf Administrators and Department Heads daily.
• Interpret in classrooms for mainstreamed students and share sign language orientation with new employees.

Skills

Sign language interpreting

Communication with staff/parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in interpreter training

Two years professional interpreting experience

Job description

AgencyEastern NC School for the DeafDivisionEastern NC School for the DeafJob Classification TitleSign Language Interpreter (S)Position Number60039260GradeNC14About UsNorth Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website .Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!Description of WorkThe Sign Language Interpreter provides interpretation of sign language (receptive and expressive) for students, staff, parents and the school community.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesInterpret for school meetings which include school personnel, students, parents, and/or other external participants to ensure access to information. Meetings may include but are not limited to IEP meetings, student staffing, Mental Health meetings, staff development meetings on and off campus with other outside persons/agencies, phone conversations, etc.Provide services to Deaf Administrators, and Dept. Heads as needed on a daily basis.Interpret in the classroom for mainstreamed students.Share teaching responsibilities of sign language orientation to new employees who do not have knowledge of sign language.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor’s degree in an interpreter training program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of professional interpreting experience in a community, business, or government program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification If applicable as defined by GS 90D, meets the requirements for licensure as determined by the North Carolina Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board.EEO StatementThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Alexis Kavonna ChestnutRecruiter Email:[e-mail]