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City of Iqaluit•Ikaluit, NU

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Iqaluit is looking for an experienced Interpreter/Translator with exceptional skills to join our team! The Interpreter/Translator acts as an interpreter, using English and South Baffin Dialect Inuktitut languages, at meetings and also translates council and committee meeting minutes and correspondence in order to ensure that there is proper communication between Councilors, staff and the public.

Requirements

Good knowledge of computer and other office equipment.
Good ability to use computerized translation Software.
Strong keyboarding skills with the ability to operate at high levels of speed and accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in Inuktitut and English, with a thorough knowledge of spelling and punctuation.
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks while meeting set deadlines.
Flexible availability including evenings is required for this role.
Grade 12 or equivalent plus additional training in translation and simultaneous interpretation equipment.
Minimum of 1 year experience in an Interpreter/Translator related role.
Ability to work evenings in addition to regular workdays when needed for meetings for meetings of Council.
A criminal record check is required.
Indigenous Language Required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a recognized Interpreter/Translator program.
Ability to understand basic technical terminology for City Operating Services (Planning and Lands, Recreation, Fire and Engineering Services).
French Language.

Responsibilities

Acts as an interpreter, using English and South Baffin Dialect Inuktitut languages, at meetings.
Translates council and committee meeting minutes and correspondence.
Ensures proper communication between Councilors, staff and the public.