Spanish Interpreter

Overview

Location:

District Court for Prince George’s County, Hyattsville, Maryland.

Job Title:

Spanish Interpreter. Division/Department:
Administration. Closing Date:
Open until filled. Salary: $103,791. FLSA Status:
Exempt. Financial Disclosure:
Yes. At Will:
Yes. Position Type:
Regular Full Time.

The Maryland Judiciary offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, continuing education programs, employee assistance programs, and State Retirement and Pension plans. See Maryland Judiciary benefits and related information .

This position serves as a Court Interpreter in the courthouse during various types of proceedings, including bail reviews, trials, pleas, hearings, as well as many forms of criminal and civil matters for Prince George’s County District Court. Courtroom interpretation for interested parties, as deemed necessary by a presiding judge. The Court Interpreter sight translates documents varying in levels of difficulty and legal terminology.

Interprets during various court proceedings including bail reviews, trials, pleas, preliminary inquiries, violation of probation, domestic violence, bonds, serious and minor traffic, and protective order hearings; civil motions, civil court matters, tort trials, landlord-tenant hearings, municipal infractions, large and small claims, and emergency moving matters.

Interprets, as directed by a Judge or Administrator, conversations and conferences out of the courtroom for various agencies, which include but are not limited to state’s attorney, public defender or counsel in plea negotiations, court-ordered mediations, debt collection agreements, oral exams, etc.

Translates documents for use by the court as requested (e.g., Advice of Rights, Protective Order announcements). Translates petitions or other documents from individuals not represented by counsel. Assists pro-se litigants with needed forms and assists Bailiffs by offering instructions in the courtroom. Assists with the Clerk’s Counter and with the public upon entering the courthouse to assist with court services. Occasionally, may assist the Court Clerks with clerical duties on an as-needed basis only, when interpretation services are not being performed.

• Education: High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• Experience: One (1) year of experience providing interpreting services as a freelance or court interpreter.
• Required: Maryland State Certification or Member of State Certification in the Council for Language Access or Federal Certification as a Spanish Court Interpreter.
• Knowledge Of: Legal terminology and the legal process;
  Maryland Judicial system;
  Knowledge and compliance with the Code of Professional Conduct for Court Interpreters.
• Skill In: Native or near native knowledge of English and Spanish to provide interpretation with correct grammar, idioms, and pronunciation.
• Ability To: Interpret in simultaneous and consecutive modes, sight translate documents varying in levels of difficulty and legal terminology, and team interpret effectively. Remain poised in stressful and pressured situations. Provide consistent, professional, and courteous service. Use tact in responding to staff, public officials, and the general public. Work independently. Operate a computer.

Physical Requirements: Perform all essential functions of the position. Light work; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Equipment, Machinery And Tools: Personal Computer. Copier. Scanner. Interpreter equipment provided by the court.

Software And Computer

Skills:

Microsoft Office, Data Entry;
Personal computer – enter and review information.

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