ASL Interpreter

Cal Poly Humboldt University•Humboldt, SK

4d•$27 - $78•Onsite

About The Position

Cal Poly Humboldt is seeking an American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter for the Campus Disability Resource Center. This is a temporary, intermittent hourly, non-benefitted position. The Interpreter I will provide sign language interpreting services to facilitate communication for Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students primarily in classroom and instructional settings, including assignments that may involve technical or specialized vocabulary. The Interpreter II (A/B) will perform more advanced and complex interpreting assignments requiring higher levels of skill, training, certification, and experience, often in highly interactive environments that demand rapid transitions between spoken English and sign language. These assignments include advanced academic courses, discussions, conferences, workshops, and large-group or platform settings involving multiple participants. The Interpreter II adapts language, terminology, and concepts—including abstract ideas, tone, and intent—requiring a strong understanding of specialized subject matter to provide fluent, accurate, and culturally appropriate interpretation to ensure equitable access to instruction.

Requirements

Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population.
Working knowledge of the process on interpretation; ASL and/or English sign system as required by the student(s) or the assignment; the methods and techniques used in communicating with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing consumers; the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) code of professional conduct; the vocabulary used in the courses to which the Interpreter is assigned; and a demonstrated knowledge of Deaf Culture.
Ability to hear spoken English and use ASL, Signed English, and/or another manual sign system to effectively generate language; interpret and transliterate between the ASL and sign systems and spoken English at a speed required by the assignment, which may involve a variety of settings such as a classroom, conference, and/or one-on-one meeting.
Thorough knowledge of the interpreting process; demonstrated understanding of the special communication needs of Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing consumers; comprehensive understanding of Deaf Culture, working knowledge of platform interpreting techniques; working knowledge of the vocabulary, terminology, and basic information in a variety of subjects; and specific knowledge of specialized vocabulary and techniques used in interpreting professional and technical subject matter (Interpreter II).
Ability to interpret effectively at a level that requires using unique terminology and language; effectively shift between ASL or a manual sign system to spoken English and vice versa in highly interactive situations, such as discussions, workshops, seminars and platform settings; interpret difficult and complex terms, concepts, ideas and emotions; learn unique subject matter, theories, and terminology; provide accurate, thorough, and comprehensive services; and be responsive to students’ communication needs and preferences (Interpreter II).
Any combination of experience and training in voice-to-sign & sign-to-voice interpreting or transliterating that demonstrates assurance of skills appropriate for the level of the assignment, three years of experience preferred. Such a combination of experience and training should be equivalent to those prescribed for certification under the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (Interpreter I).
Generally, wide acquaintance with academic higher education through attendance at or graduation from a four-year college or university may be essential to provide interpreting services at a level required for the position assignments. In addition, two years of relevant documented interpreting experience in a variety of settings usually are needed to perform at the level required for position assignments (Interpreter II A/B).
Incumbents must possess and maintain skills certification in either interpreting or transliteration as issued by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or possess and maintain NIC (National Interpreter Certification) certification issued by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or comparable certification (Interpreter II A).
Incumbents must possess and maintain skills certification in both interpreting and transliteration from RID or possess and maintain NIC Advanced (National Interpreter Certification) certification issued by the National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) or comparable certification (Interpreter II B).
Candidate must possess and maintain certification/s: RID, NAD, and/or BEI certificates.

Nice To Haves

Three years or 1800 hours of paid interpreting experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate communication between Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, Deaf-Blind, and hearing consumers.
Provide sign language interpreting services to facilitate communication between Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing students and others in instructional and related settings.
Interpret spoken English into sign language (or other manual communication systems) and vice versa.
Ensure accurate, complete, and culturally appropriate transmission of information.
Adapt interpreting approach to meet consumer language preferences and communication needs.
Support access to classroom instruction, including lectures, discussions, and academic activities.
Interpret course material that may include technical or specialized subject matter and vocabulary.
Convey terminology, concepts, tone, intent, and context of instructional content.
Ensure equitable access to instruction comparable to that provided to hearing students.
Perform assignments that vary in complexity based on: Type of interpreting or communication system required, Difficulty and specialization of subject matter and vocabulary, Speed of communication and interpreting demands, Number of Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing consumers served simultaneously.
Adjust interpreting techniques to accommodate fast-paced or complex instructional environments.
Perform highly complex interpreting assignments requiring advanced skill, training, certification, and experience (Interpreter II).
Interpret in interactive environments requiring rapid exchange between spoken English and sign language (Interpreter II).
Provide interpreting services in advanced-level classes and settings involving highly technical or specialized content (Interpreter II).
Interpret in large group or platform settings, including conferences, workshops, seminars, and performances (Interpreter II).
Serve multiple consumers simultaneously in complex or high-demand situations (Interpreter II).
Adapt terminology, concepts, and communication style to ensure clarity and comprehension.
Incorporate linguistic and cultural considerations into all interpreting services.
Convey nuanced meaning, including abstract concepts, tone, and emotion.
Maintain fluency and accuracy in interpreting across a range of subject matters.
Demonstrate knowledge of specialized vocabulary as required by assignments.
Other duties as Assigned