Sign Language Interpreter

ENCSD; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

ENCSD in Wilson, NC is seeking a full-time Sign Language Interpreter to support access for students, staff, parents and the school community. The interpreter will work in classrooms, meetings, and with Deaf Administrators and Department Heads on a daily basis.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in an interpreter training program and two years of professional interpreting experience, with licensure through the NC Licensing Board. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an interpreter training program from an accredited institution.
• Two years of professional interpreting experience in a community, business, or government program.
• Meets licensure requirements per NC Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board.

Responsibilities

• Interpret for school meetings with staff, students, parents, and external participants.
• Provide services to Deaf Administrators and Department Heads as needed.
• Interpret in classrooms for mainstreamed students.
• Share teaching responsibilities of sign language orientation to new employees.

Skills

Sign language interpretation

Meetings interpretation

Classroom interpretation

Orientation training

Education

BS/interpreter training program

2 years interpreting experience

Tools

Licensure requirements

Job description

Sign Language Interpreter# State of North Carolina Careers## Sign Language InterpreterApply: Wilson County, NC: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: End Date: December 14, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR-125103**Agency**Eastern NC School for the Deaf**Division**Eastern NC School for the Deaf**Job Classification Title**Sign Language Interpreter (S)**Position Number**60039260**Grade**NC14**About Us**North 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 Work**The Sign Language Interpreter provides interpretation of sign language (receptive and expressive) for students, staff, parents and the school community.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Interpret 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 Experience**Some 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. # **\\*\\*Selected candidate will receive a $3000.00 sign on bonus\\*\\*****EEO Statement**The 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 Chestnut**Recruiter Email:**[e-mail]