COURT INTERPRETER-SEASONAL

State of careers Rhode Island•Providence, RI

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of the Access to Justice Office, the Court Interpreter provides simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for defendants, witnesses, and victims in court, as well as for people seeking assistance with filing petitions and completing forms. The role also includes participating in continued professional development and training as assigned by the Coordinator, and performing other duties assigned by the State Court Administrator, the Director of the Access to Justice Office, or their designees. This seasonal position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It does not include additional benefits beyond the stated compensation.

Requirements

Must be deemed qualified to interpret in state courts in accordance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 8-19-3.
Must have passed the written portion of the Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination or the National Center for State Courts Court Interpreter Exam.
Must complete an oral proficiency assessment administered by the Office of Court Interpreters.
High school graduation or successful completion of a high school equivalency examination is required.
A minimum of three years of Spanish/English interpretation and translation experience, successful completion of a recognized bilingual judicial court interpreting and translation program, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide simultaneous and consecutive interpretation for defendants, witnesses, and victims in court.
Interpret for people seeking assistance in the courts with filing petitions and completing forms.
Participate in continued professional development and training as assigned by the Coordinator.
Perform other duties as assigned by the State Court Administrator, the Director of the Access to Justice Office, or their designees.