Language Access Program Manager - Office of Judicial Administration

Kansas Judicial Branch•Topeka, KS

26d•$84,350 - $92,960•Remote

About The Position

The Language Access Program Manager is responsible for developing, administering, and overseeing statewide language access initiatives for the Kansas Judicial Branch. The position reports to the Chief of Access to Justice Initiatives.

Requirements

Knowledge of court interpreting and translation practices.
Knowledge of plain language principles.
Experience with program planning and reporting, grant administration, court and governmental protocols, and criminal and civil justice processes.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to language access.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Social Sciences, Languages, Interpreting & Translation, or a related field.
At least two years of experience in a related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
A valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of work experience within a court system.
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), or other relevant advanced degree from an accredited institution.
Applicants who can read, write, and speak fluently in both English and Spanish using correct grammar and syntax, are preferred for this position.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary language access coordinator for the statewide judicial branch and fulfill all related responsibilities outlined in relevant rules, laws, and regulations.
Develop language access resources, programs, and educational materials.
Revise forms, publications, and website content.
Develop and maintain interpreter information and resource materials.
Establish systems for tracking language access metrics.
Provide training on language access topics.
Provide technical assistance, support to, and coordination for judges and employees.
Analyze pertinent laws, court rules, and court policies and procedures.
Propose, draft, and implement necessary court rules and procedural changes to ensure effective and consistent implementation of language access programs.
Oversee fiscal and contractual commitments.
Coordinate, facilitate, and/or participate in a variety of meetings, conferences, and other related events to receive and convey information about language access.
Assess and develop data collection practices, statistical measures, reports, and surveys to inform programmatic changes.
Assist courts with language access planning.
Oversee implementation of goals outlined in the statewide language access plan.
Staff the Supreme Court’s Language Access Committee.
Support other access to justice projects on an as-needed basis.