American Sign Language; ASL Interpreter/Coordinator
Listed on 2025-11-22
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Language/Bilingual
Bilingual
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Are you driven by a passion for creating connections and empowering communities? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your mentoring and expertise can truly shine? If you’re excited about using communication to bridge gaps and elevate inclusivity, we invite you to consider a role that directly impacts the lives of Wyoming’s Deaf citizens and the state agencies that support them.
We are seeking a committed American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter/Interpreter Coordinator to join our team and play a pivotal role in strengthening accessibility across Wyoming. As our ASL Interpreter/Coordinator, you’ll perform professional sign language interpretation and transliteration for state agency staff and the Deaf, Blind, or hard-of-hearing citizens they serve. From in-person meetings and virtual sessions to conferences and training, your role will make a direct impact every day.
Beyond interpretation, you’ll also take the lead in coordinating contract interpreter services, developing essential policies, and driving education and outreach efforts. Your work will include gathering and analyzing data on interpreter service demand and utilization, helping shape the future of interpreting services in Wyoming, and addressing critical gaps in accessibility.
If you're ready to make a difference and join a team that values dedication and expertise, apply today and be a voice for positive change in Wyoming's Deaf community.
Why Work for the State of Wyoming?
Working for the state of Wyoming offers a range of valuable benefits, job security, a supportive work environment, and a fulfilling career path. The Department of Workforce Services is committed to investing in employee development, offering professional development and continuing education opportunities. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families.
The state also offers a generous pension, providing financial security and stability for employees upon retirement. Additionally, Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility is provided. The state recognizes the importance of personal time, offering generous paid time off and flexible schedule arrangements for a healthy work-life balance.
Learn more at Natrona County . Plus, Wyoming is one of seven states with no income tax.
Employee Testimonials
Our current employees love working for DWS for many reasons:
- Helping Others: I enjoy getting up each morning knowing that even if the work day is difficult, my co-workers and supervisor are supportive and encouraging.
- Supportive Culture: The friendly atmosphere that lives around us and the sense of team working towards the same goal.
- Meaningful Work: Being part of an agency that can make a change in people's livelihoods and feeling that what I do matters to society.
- Team Collaboration: The team I currently work with is amazing. We truly work as a team.
- Service to the Public: The people that I work with and providing a service to the public and helping others.
- Autonomy and Support: The fact I can work somewhat autonomously but have immediate access to help if and when I need it.
- Mission-Driven: The mission of the Agency and how we are so important to the health of the State.
Human Resource Contact:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.- Provide high-quality ASL interpretation/transliteration services during meetings, hearings, presentations, and events as needed.
- Identify, recruit, and support contract interpreters.
- Coordinate interpreter schedules and assignments.
- Serve as a resource and advocate for accessibility issues within the organization.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to freelance contract interpreters, offering constructive feedback and guidance on interpreting skills and professional development.
- Conduct outreach activities,…
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