Description The Role: The Court Interpreter provides simultaneous and consecutive Spanish and English interpretation and translation services of court proceedings for Spanish-speaking defendants. The ideal candidate for the role will have two years of experience providing English to Spanish simultaneous/consecutive interpretation in a variety of court settings and possess a Tier 3 or Tier 4 certification through the Arizona Supreme Court Interpreter Credentialing Program. Benefits: The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY24 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information. Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave: Regular status position’s offer: The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 12 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays. Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year), and increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years, and to 7.6 hours after 10 years of service. Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours per year). Retirement: This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12.29%. Essential Functions Provides simultaneous/consecutive interpretation in a variety of settings. Translates written documents, including existing court forms and other court-related documents and materials as assigned. Schedules other language interpreters on an as needed basis. Maintains current statistical information related to interpreter usage as directed for decision making purposes and the court's annual report. Maintains the court's Language Access Plan, making changes and updates as needed. Provides sight translation of documents as required during court-related events. Performs data entry functions including case management updating. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors Two years of experience providing English to Spanish interpreting services in a courtroom setting, or other field requiring technical vocabulary such as the medical field. Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education. Knowledge of: The Spanish language with demonstrated proficiency in proper regional and idiomatic usages City Code, Arizona court system, Arizona Revised Statutes, Arizona Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedures, and legal terminology AZTEC and/or AJACS court case management system Skill In: Simultaneous/consecutive interpretation, Literal interpretation and translation Demonstrates proficiency in all three modes of interpretation: simultaneous, consecutive and sight translation Use of personal computer, MS Office products and court-specific software and computer systems Effective interpersonal relations Word-processing and spreadsheets to create letters, forms, brochures, social media changes, and reports Mathematics including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages Ability to: Make independent decisions following established procedures, manuals, and codes Follow written and oral instructions Accurately perform simultaneous translation of English into Spanish and Spanish into English during court proceedings Read, understand, and accurately complete legal forms and documents Interpret and follow complex rules, regulations and procedures Apply legal terminology pertinent to court activities and procedures Maintain excellent customer service skills, adapt to changing work situations, and remain objective in dealing with irate, emotional, and sometimes difficult human interactions Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Establish effective working relationships with City staff and the general public Operate office equipment including personal computer, copier, fax and courtroom tape recorders Work varied hours utilizing flex scheduling Provide simultaneous/consecutive interpretation of testimony, questions, and responses during legal proceedings Provide Spanish translation of existing court forms and other court-related documents, materials, phone messaging Special Requirements: For this position an individual accepting an offer of employment must obtain a Tier 3 or Tier 4 level certification through the Arizona Supreme Court Interpreter Credentialing Program within 24 months of hire. Success Factor Classification Level - Foundational To view the success factor definitions please click here . (Download PDF reader) (If needed, click here to download PDF reader). This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Benefit information is outlined here: https://www.glendaleaz.com/cms/One.aspx?portalId=15209085&pageId=15331883
Salary: $57,241.08 - $85,861.88 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
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