Sign Language Interpreter

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota, Cannabis Management Office in St. Paul, seeks a Sign Language Interpreter to provide professional ASL and English interpretation across meetings, trainings, and official duties.

The role supports clear communication for designated office personnel and serves as a statewide interpreting resource. Responsibilities include accurate interpretation, ethical conduct, collaboration with interpreting teams, and flexibility for one-on-one, group, in-person, and virtual settings;

Qualifications

• One year of professional ASL and English interpretation experience.
• AAS degree from a two-year interpreting program or RID certification; transcripts may be requested.
• Strong English skills and ability to work independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional ASL and English interpretation across meetings, trainings, and other activities.
• Interpret accurately and impartially between spoken English and ASL; maintain professional conduct.
• Serve as an Office-wide interpreting resource and support a variety of settings (one-on-one, groups, in-person and virtual).
• Assist employees, applicants, program participants, and the public interacting with OCM.

Skills

ASL interpretation

English interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Education

AAS degree in interpreting program

RID certification

Job description

Working Title: Sign Language Interpreter

Job Class: Sign Language Interpreter

Agency: Cannabis Management Office

• Job ID : 98267
• Location : St. Paul
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Full/Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 11/07/2026
• Closing Date : 11/24/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Cannabis Management Office / Cannabis Mgt Off - MAPE
• Division/Unit : Cannabis Management Office-OCM / Grants Staff
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10% of the time
• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Employee/MAPE
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is seeking a Sign Language Interpreter to provide professional American Sign Language (ASL) and English interpretation services. The position interprets accurately and impartially between spoken English and ASL, maintains professional and ethical standards, and supports effective communication in a variety of settings.

The position provides direct interpretation services to support the communication needs of designated office personnel in the performance of their official duties, including meetings, discussions, presentations, training, and other work-related activities. In addition, the position will serve as an Office-wide interpreting resource.

The position may provide services for employees, applicants, program participants, members of the public, and other individuals interacting with OCM. Assignments may include one-on-one meetings, interviews, training sessions, public meetings, conferences, appointments, virtual meetings, and other governmental activities.

This position is located in St. Paul and is required to report to the office three (3) days per week and may telework two (2) days per week.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• One (1) year of experience in providing professional American Sign Language (ASL) and English interpretation services; AND
• AAS degree from a recognized two-year interpreting program or RID certification; transcripts will be requested if invited to interview.

Experience must include:

• Strong written and spoken English skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a diverse population in a positive, courteous, helpful manner to deliver services;
• Demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, religious, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of college students, staff, and faculty;
• Knowledge and ability to apply the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct and Americans with Disabilities Act;
• The ability to work independently and as part of an interpreting team;
• Ability to identify and accommodate DHH individuals’ language preferences and comprehension level, including attention to dialect and register.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of issues and policies related to accessibility, including Section 508, ADA, and principles of universal design;
• Experience working in higher education;
• Experience interpreting courses in career and technical programs;

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Criminal Background Check

The Office of Cannabis Management will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.