Court Interpreter 1/ Court Interpreter 2 (Spanish)

New Jersey Courts•Elizabeth, NJ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The New Jersey Judiciary is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Court Interpreter who is bilingual in English and Spanish. This role involves interpreting in three modes (sight, consecutive, simultaneous) during court proceedings, quasi-judicial hearings, dispute resolution events, and other court-related events, either in person, virtually, or via telecommunications. The candidate must be familiar with courtroom protocols, adhere to high ethical standards, and be able to produce translations of signage and other documents. Responsibilities also include assisting in the procurement and assignment of contract interpreters, managing related paperwork, collecting and entering data into automated record-keeping systems, providing training, and participating in development events to maintain interpreting and translation skills. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with up to two days of remote work, requiring high-speed home internet access. Regular physical presence at the worksite is essential. The position may be filled at either the Court Interpreter 1 (Journey Level) or Court Interpreter 2 (Mastery Level) based on candidate qualifications.

Requirements

Eligible applicants are court interpreters approved by the New Jersey Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC).
AOC approved interpreters include interpreters who have passed the written and performance oral exams of the National Center for State Courts administered by the AOC or an equivalent test administered by a member state of the National Center for State Courts; or who possess the Federal Court Interpreter Certification by having passed the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Exam administered by the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.
Prior to translating documents, incumbents must pass the translation test administered by the AOC.
Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
Able to interpret in the three modes of interpretation (sight, consecutive, simultaneous).
Familiar with courtroom protocols.
Adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Excellent time management and interpersonal skills.
Able to work effectively with all levels of Judiciary staff.
Must have high speed home internet access to participate in the remote work program.
Must establish and maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey within one year of hiring, unless an exemption is granted.

Nice To Haves

For additional information on becoming a Court Interpreter refer to https://www.njcourts.gov/public/lang-services

Responsibilities

Interpret court events in the simultaneous, consecutive and sight modes, whether on site, telephonically or virtually in accordance with the Code of Conduct and all other applicable requirements.
Translate signage and vicinage documents as requested.
Assist with the contracting of freelance interpreters, as well as the processing of vouchers, statistical reports, TIVD, ADA accommodations, and other tasks requested by supervisor.
Collect and enter data in the automated record keeping system.
Provide training to staff as needed.
Participate in study and training events to develop and maintain interpreting and translation skills.
Perform related duties as required.