Spanish Translator/ Interpreter

Personnel Commission • Madera, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Special Services or designee, the Spanish Translator/Interpreter translates complex written documents and activities into Spanish or English and provides verbal interpretation for meetings and other events. Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with translation and interpretation services, which directly support student learning and achievement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios.
• Knowledge of oral presentation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of extensive vocabulary and correct usage, grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation of English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of correct oral and written usage of English and Spanish.
• Knowledge of simultaneous and consecutive interpretation techniques.
• Knowledge of operation of standard office equipment.
• Knowledge of computer usage and assigned software.
• Knowledge of current office practices, equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of cultural differences.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events.
• Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups in a wide variety of circumstances.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to type and input data at an acceptable rate of speed.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to maintain records and files.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Associate in Arts (A.A.)/ Associate of Science (A.S.) degree is required.
• Two (2) years of experience translating written documents from English to Spanish and providing simultaneous oral interpretation services.
• Valid, current California Driver’s License to drive to meetings at various District sites.
• Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score.
• Typing Certificate (45 words per minute).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors' degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech/Language Pathologists with interpreting during student evaluations as needed.
• Prepares written translation from English to Spanish for a variety of documents (e.g., letters, information, bulletins, forms, handbooks, brochures, correspondence, legal documents, etc.).
• Translates and verbally interprets, for a variety of formalized meetings such as Board meetings, IEPs (Individualized Educational Program), 504s, Student Study Teams (SST), and other committee meetings.
• Reviews and edits translated material for accuracy, context, readability, and style to ensure accuracy of information.
• Recreates and formats documents (e.g., flyers, pamphlets, posters, newsletters) utilizing a variety of word processing tools such as text boxes, headings, etc.
• Serves as an interpreter for a variety of meetings, workshops, conferences and special events for District personnel, parents, students and provide simultaneous interpretation services; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information; translate written or oral records from meetings into English or Spanish.
• Performs clerical duties such as typing, preparing and maintaining records and files utilizing a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, fax machine and phone.
• Researches legal or specialized terminology as needed for written translation in reference to Educational, Medical, and Psychological translations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory district trainings.

Benefits

• Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
• Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
• Pre-employment physical exam A through District’s provider

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree