American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter

BETA Systems International•Richmond, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing employees and applicants within a Department of Defense Agency. The interpreter will be responsible for facilitating communication in various settings, including one-on-one interactions, scheduled trainings, job interviews, and meetings. The position is on an independent contractor basis, with assignments available on an as-needed basis in Richmond, Virginia; Huntsville, Alabama; and Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Flexibility in scheduling is key, as assignments can range from single appointments to multi-day training sessions, with a 5-7 business day advance notice required.

Requirements

TIER 1: National Certifications (Preferred - 1+ year experience required)
NAD-RID National Interpreter Certifications: NIC, NIC-Advanced, NIC-Master
RID National Interpreter Certification: CI, CT, CSC, MCSC, SC:L
NAD National Interpreter Certifications: NAD IV, NAD V
Minimum: 1 year professional experience in formal government training/classroom settings
TIER 2: State Certifications (3+ years experience required)
Texas BEI: Advanced, Master, Level IV, Level V
State Screening: Level III, IV, or V
Minimum: 3 years professional experience in formal government training/classroom settings
TIER 3: Experience-Based (10+ years experience required)
Minimum: 10 years professional experience in formal government training/classroom settings
Documentation required: Proof of interpreting experience in government settings
Proficiency in ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL interpreting/transliterating
Communication skills across multiple modes (ASL, Contact Sign Language, Signed English, Oral)

Nice To Haves

Experience in acquisition, human resources, supply, and quality assurance fields
Certified ASL interpreter with government experience
Flexible schedule for as-needed assignments
Professional demeanor in government settings
Strong communication skills across multiple ASL modalities
Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct standards

Responsibilities

Provide clear and accurate ASL interpreting as a one-on-one for deaf or hard of hearing employees.
Provide clear and accurate ASL interpreting for scheduled trainings and appointments with specialized terminology in Acquisition, Human Resources, Supply, and Quality Assurance.
Conduct on-the-job training for specific applications in Procurement, Human Resources, Supply Planning, and Quality Assurance.
Interpret for job interviews, safety talks, work procedure discussions, policy and assignment meetings, disciplinary discussions, and team building events.
Demonstrate proficiency in multiple communication modes: American Sign Language (ASL), Contact Sign Language, Signed English, and Oral modes.
Provide bidirectional interpreting: ASL-to-English and English-to-ASL.
Adapt service delivery to consumer preference and communication needs.
Maintain confidentiality per the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.
Maintain a professional appearance and attire appropriate for government settings.
Respond in a timely and professional manner.
Contact the Scheduling Coordinator for any assignment changes.
Participate in quarterly meetings with agency leadership.
Submit to monthly employee feedback surveys (conducted in ASL).