Staff ASL Interpreter.

State of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PERA retirement plans

Optional 401(k)

Paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid holidays/vacation/sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is seeking a Senior Consultant – Staff (ASL) Interpreter to deliver high-quality ASL interpreting across classrooms, meetings, trainings, and events. The role emphasizes professionalism, confidentiality, and customer service within a Deaf-centered, Deaf-led environment.

Expect a full-time, at-will position with a 40-hour minimum weekly schedule during the school year; occasional evenings and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree with formal interpreter training.
• RID Certification or NIC required.
• Five (5) years of diverse professional interpreting experience (excluding educational interpreting).
• ASL proficiency Advanced Plus (Level 4) or higher per CSDB assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality ASL interpreting services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind students and staff in educational, extracurricular, and professional settings.
• Collaborate with Deaf colleagues and other interpreters to ensure equitable communication access.
• Follow RID Code of Professional Conduct and CSDB Deaf-centered philosophy.
• Support a variety of assignments including classrooms, IEPs, staff meetings, trainings, and events.

Skills

ASL proficiency (Adv. Plus 4+)

Interpreting experience (5+ years)

RID/NIC certification

Interpreter training (Bachelor's)

Education

Bachelor's degree with interpreter training

Associate's degree (Interpreter Prep) substitution option

Job description

https://csdb.colorado.gov/

Department Information

CSDB is a Deaf and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency.

Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding - in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.

Aspiration: CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.

Description Of Job

The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is accepting applications for One Full Time Senior Consultant – Staff (ASL) Interpreter position.

These positions provide high-quality American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind students and staff in educational, extracurricular, and professional settings. Interpreters work collaboratively with Deaf colleagues and other interpreting professionals to ensure equitable communication access while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and customer service.

Assignments may include classroom instruction, Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, staff meetings, trainings, student activities, field trips, assemblies, and other school-related events. Interpreters are expected to follow the communication preferences of each consumer, adhere to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct, and support CSDB's Deaf-centered, Deaf-led philosophy.

This is a Full Time at-will position with a minimum schedule of 40 hours per week during the school calendar year. Occasional evening hours and travel may be required. Hourly compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with formal interpreter training.
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certification or National Interpreter Certification (NIC).
• Five (5) years of diverse professional interpreting experience (excluding educational interpreting).
• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced Plus (Level 4) or higher, as determined by an approved assessment in accordance with CSDB policy.

Substitutions

• An Associate's degree from a formal Interpreter Preparation Program and a combination of related education and professional experience equivalent to two (2) additional years; or
• A combination of related education and professional interpreting experience providing the same level of knowledge, skills, and abilities (generally four (4) years of professional interpreting experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Colorado Educational Interpreter Authorization (or the ability to obtain one).
• Experience interpreting in educational settings.
• Experience working with DeafBlind individuals and/or Certified Deaf Interpreters (CDIs).
• Demonstrated commitment to Deaf-centered, Deaf-led service delivery.
• Native or near-native ASL fluency.

Conditions of Employment

• Must successfully pass a background investigation prior to employment.
• Must maintain required professional certification throughout employment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Supplemental Information

Please Note: Communication regarding this recruitment will occur primarily through email. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the email address provided in their application remains current and for monitoring their inbox (including spam/junk folders) throughout the selection process.

Selection Process

Applications are an integral part of the selection process and will be reviewed by Human Resources to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants may be invited to participate in additional assessments and/or interviews.

Your application should clearly demonstrate how your education, certifications, and professional experience meet the requirements outlined in the Description of Job and Minimum Qualifications sections of this announcement. Incomplete applications, missing required documentation, or applications that do not adequately demonstrate the required qualifications may result in removal from further consideration.

Applications must be submitted by the posted closing date and time to be considered.

Additional Information

For additional information regarding State of Colorado employment, including Frequently Asked Questions, ADA accommodations, residency requirements, and the Address Confidentiality Program, please visit the State of Colorado Careers website at careers.colorado.gov.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PERA retirement plans, including Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution options
• Optional 401(k) and 457 retirement savings plans
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee wellness programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), when eligible
• Paid holidays, vacation leave, and sick leave, as applicable
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities within the State of Colorado
• Benefits eligibility is determined in accordance with State of Colorado policies and may vary based on appointment type and scheduled hours.