American Sign Language; ASL – English interpreter

American Sign Language (ASL) – English Interpreter

The interpreter will interpret English to American Sign Language (ASL) and ASL to English for deaf students during class sessions, meetings with professors and other faculty and staff members, college events, and other situations at Union College.

• Associate’s degree required.
• Must have graduated from an American Sign Language Interpreting Program.
• Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf certification (NIC) helpful.

1–3 years of experience in educational interpreting.

• Fluency in American Sign Language interpretation.
• Ability to convey the thought, intent, and spirit of a speaker to a deaf or hard‑of‑hearing person.

Typical interior work environment. May occasionally lift or relocate up to 25 pounds. No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Some travel required.

USD $65 per hour.

Union College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time faculty and staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits. Full‑time faculty and staff also receive twenty vacation days, ten paid holidays, and a ten‑week summer work schedule that allows the college to close on Fridays. Additional benefits include gym privileges, tuition remission for credit and non‑credit courses, and tuition reimbursement for an approved degree program at an accredited college or university.

• Part‑time (as needed); not to exceed 25 hours per week.
• Hourly rate based on certification and experience.
• Flexible schedule; evening, weekend, and extended hours may be required.
• Willingness to travel on short notice to on‑ and off‑campus sites.
• Employee must establish primary residency in New Jersey within one year of appointment unless exempted.

Union College does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination as required by state and/or federal law in all programs and activities, including employment and access to its career and technical programs. Union College is an EEO / AAP Employer, Protected Veteran, and Protected Disabled person.