No. Interpreter - Pool

Job No. 542497 Hourly Interpreter - Pool at California State University, Bakersfield.
CLASSIFICATION

TITLE:

Hourly Interpreter.
UNION CODE: R09.
PAY PLAN: Hourly, 12-month.
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location).

PAY BASIS: Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position. Successful candidates may be appointed for a few days and up to one (1) year depending on the assignment. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $21.00 - $40.00

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $19.37 - $194.60

BENEFITS: No benefits available.

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE

TO APPLY:

Open to all qualified applicants.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: This recruitment will remain open and be filled on a continuous basis.

Under general supervision of the Director, Services for Students with Disabilities, the Hourly Interpreter plays a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive and accessible educational environment by providing proficient interpreting services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students in a classroom or related instruction setting and/or activities. By facilitating effective communication in academic settings, meetings, and campus events, the Hourly Interpreter enhances student access to educational opportunities, supports their academic success, and promotes a campus culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity.

Through skilled interpretation, the Hourly Interpreter contributes to the university's commitment to providing equitable access and support for all members of the campus community. Assignments may involve technical or specialized subject matter and vocabulary. Individual assignments may vary based on the specific skills of the interpreter and the needs of students or other consumers. More difficult tasks may involve interpreting technical or specialized subject matter and vocabulary, which require using specialized signs, accommodating consumer requests for varied language preferences, and interpreting fast-spoken material.

Specific complexity and skill factors include type of interpreting or communication system needed; difficulty or unique nature of the subject matter and vocabulary; speed of interpreting required; and number of Deaf and/or Hard-of-Hearing consumers serviced simultaneously.

• Interpret spoken English into American Sign Language (ASL) or other manual sign systems, and vice versa, in classroom settings, tutoring sessions, meetings, and campus events.
• Utilize specialized signs and accommodate diverse language preferences to accurately convey technical or specialized subject matter and vocabulary.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in conveying the register, tone, intent, and content of the speaker’s message.
• Adapt communication strategies based on the specific requirements of instructional settings and academic content.
• Facilitate effective interaction between deaf or hard-of-hearing consumers and hearing participants in academic and non-academic environments.
• Uphold professional standards and adhere to the RID code of professional conduct, maintaining confidentiality and neutrality in all interpreting assignments.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality regarding student records, accommodations, and interactions.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for diverse backgrounds and perspectives in interpreting interactions and professional relationships.
• Seek feedback from consumers, peers, and supervisors to improve interpreting techniques and effectiveness.
• Stay informed about advancements in assistive technologies and resources that support deaf and hard-of-hearing accessibility in educational settings.

• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students to clarify interpreting needs and facilitate smooth interactions.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive student information and interpreting assignments.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating interpreting services for university-wide events and activities as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Any combination of formal training and…