Sign Language Interpreter

City of Raleigh North Carolina • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is recruiting a year-round Sign Language Interpreter to support inclusive and accessible recreation experiences for people who are Deaf or hard of hearing. The interpreter facilitates communication in recreation programs, meetings, trainings, and other settings, conveying instruction and intent through sign language. Duties may also include participant-engagement support and voice-to-sign or sign-to-voice oral transliteration.

Services are provided on an as-needed basis when participants requiring sign-language support register for City programs or events. Hours vary according to program needs, registrations, and event schedules, and a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed. Work may generally be scheduled Monday through Sunday between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., including weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Assignments may take place at City facilities, parks, and program locations, in indoor and outdoor recreational and community settings.

Requirements

• Possess, maintain, and submit a current license granted by the North Carolina Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board; current copies are required to be eligible for assignments.
• Hold valid North Carolina Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board licensure upon starting.
• Hold a valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License.
• Possess the knowledge and expertise required for each specific assignment.
• Provide services in the preferred communication mode of the individual or individuals with hearing loss.
• Adhere to the NAD/RID Code of Professional Conduct, including confidentiality, professional competence and conduct, respect for consumers and colleagues, ethical business practices, and professional development.
• Demonstrate fluency in American Sign Language and English.
• Understand Deaf culture and the communication needs of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
• Interpret accurately and effectively in active recreational, educational, and community environments.
• Work with children, teens, adults, families, and individuals with varying communication needs.

Nice To Haves

• North Carolina Certification in American Sign Language (ASL).
• North Carolina Intervention (NCI) Certification.
• Medication Administration Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and skilled interpretation to facilitate successful delivery of services to people who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Provide American Sign Language services throughout the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department, including interviews, program orientations, and instructional programs.
• Support communication between Deaf or hard-of-hearing participants and City staff, instructors, coaches, volunteers, and other community members.
• Drive as needed to program sites and event locations to provide interpretation services and support program operations.
• Provide interpretation in simultaneous or consecutive modes, self-correct, seek clarification, and accept correction as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed