Computer-Aided Transcriber) - DPRC

California State University System•San Francisco, CA

57d•$43 - $63•Onsite

About The Position

San Francisco State is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Senior Human Resources Manager. Applicants may visit titleix.sfsu.edu for more information on SF State's policy prohibiting discrimination, and how to file an online report using the procedures under Executive Order 1096 Revised. Inquiries can be directed to the campus Title IX Coordinator and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation Administrator by calling (415) 338-2032 or emailing [email protected]. San Francisco State is a 100% Smoke/Vapor-Free Campus. Smoking or Vaping of any tobacco/plant-based substance is not permitted on any University properties. The person holding this position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position may be required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission. Under the general supervision of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Coordinator, Sign-Language Interpreters provide communication access sign-language interpreting (SLI) to Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals, including students, faculty, staff, and university guests. Incumbents facilitate communication by using American Sign Language (ASL) to provide sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign transliteration and interpretation services in a wide array of academic settings and public events.

Requirements

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; and work with students from diverse backgrounds.
Any combination of formal training and relevant documented interpreting experience that demonstrates assurance of the skills appropriate for the level of the assignment(s) is required. Typically, sufficient interpreting training or experience requires graduation from an interpreter training program and/or relevant documented interpreting experience. In addition, a wide acquaintance with academic higher education through attendance at a postsecondary educational institution may be essential to fully comprehend and accurately interpret the concepts, language, and vocabulary used in the assigned instructional, academic, and/or administrative situations.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma (or equivalent)
Bachelor's Degree from a post-secondary institution
Certificate of completion from an accredited Interpreter Preparation Program or equivalent
Thorough knowledge of Deaf culture
Previous interpreting experience in a post-secondary setting
Knowledge and experience with manual and oral interpreting/transliteration techniques in higher education
Ability to work as a contributing member of an interpreting/transliterating team in higher education settings
Ability to assess and meet communication preferences of consumer
Knowledge of, adherence to, and current membership in the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct
Commitment to the Associate Continuing Education Tracking (ACET) program of RID
Working knowledge of the range of disability types encountered in higher education settings
At least 2 years of previous interpreting/transliterating experience in a post-secondary setting
RID Certification: NIC: Certified, Advanced or Master; CI, CT, CSC, IC/TC and/or NAD Certification, Levels 3, 4 or 5
Preference given to an interpreter who has proven experience and excels in upper-division and graduate-level courses
Ability to interpret/transliterate in all higher education settings and for public events
Ability to convey complex concepts and adapt sign vocabulary to student needs and language preferences.

Responsibilities

Provide immediate sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign transliteration and interpretation services to Deaf and hard of hearing students, faculty, staff, and guests in settings as assigned. Settings include, but are not limited to the classroom, student-teacher meetings, and/or other academic, instructional, administrative meetings, or public campus events
Under general supervision of the Lead Interpreter, apply Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct as appropriate.
Research technical terminology related to assignment to develop vocabulary in appropriate settings
Consult with student, instructor, and/or interpreting team, as necessary
Work with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Coordinator to resolve any issues around access to materials for interpreters and/or the consumer.
Demonstrate behaviors that are in line with the User Friendly Principles (P530C) and Principles of Conduct for a Multi-Cultural University (P30D)
Demonstrate safe work practices for oneself, others and the office environment.

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