Spanish Court Interpreter II — Precise in Hearings

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cleveland seeks a Court Interpreter II (Spanish) to provide language services in court proceedings and related functions. The interpreter will work in simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation modes, supporting judges, attorneys and the public, and may assist with translations and administrative duties as required.

The role requires credentialing by the Ohio Supreme Court or reciprocity, plus high school diploma and at least two years of court-related experience; proficiency in

Qualifications

• Credentialed by the Supreme Court of Ohio or reciprocity if credentialed by another state.
• High School Diploma is required; a related degree is preferred.
• Minimum two years court-related/legal or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret in simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation modes in court functions.
• Adhere to professional conduct for interpreters.
• Attend ongoing training and maintain CIE credits.
• Maintain records of interpreting and translating activities.
• Translate and edit court-related material as requested.
• Provide courteous, dignified service to all court users.

Skills

Interpretation

Sight translation

English proficiency

Record keeping

Translation

Court communications

Prioritization

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Degree in related field (preferred)

Supreme Court of Ohio credential (or reciprocity)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Cleveland seeks a Court Interpreter II (Spanish) to provide language services in court proceedings and related functions. The interpreter will work in simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation modes, supporting judges, attorneys and the public, and may assist with translations and administrative duties as required.

The role requires credentialing by the Ohio Supreme Court or reciprocity, plus high school diploma and at least two years of court-related experience; proficiency in