Interpreter , Sign Language

Interpreter I, Sign Language role at Inside Higher Ed – Houston, Texas

Job Summary

Primary responsibility is to provide direct interpretation and to perform duties that will aid in the provision of the highest quality interpreting/transliterating services. The duties include but are not limited to assignment preparation, consumer relations, and professional development.

Essential Functions

• Interpret and transliterate basic to higher level academic classes, lectures, student activity events, and other special events as needed, where receptive interpreting would be required.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing notes and course outline, previewing required texts and course materials, and speaking with faculty, speakers, and/or students.
• Work collaboratively with department staff, faculty, college staff, students, and administrators.
• Meet regularly with the Supervisor of Interpreting Services to review evaluations from consumers and from supervisor observations for development activities.
• Assess the language or communication modes of the customers/served.
• Demonstrate continuous professional development by upgrading interpreting skills, developing specialized content expertise, and enhancing interpersonal communication skills through participation in continuing education, in‑service training, and related educational opportunities.
• May travel to alternative sites for interpreting assignments as needed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree preferred.
• 2 years experience preferably in a college or university setting required.

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Texas Board for Evaluation of Interpreter (BEI) Level I, Level II, and Basic.

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs.
• Information Management Systems.
• Texas BEI/RID Code of Professional Conduct and Deaf Culture.

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work.
• Accepting Responsibility.
• Serving Customers.
• Supporting Organizational Goals.
• Driving Continuous Improvement.
• Acting with Integrity.
• Thinking Critically.
• Managing Change.
• Communicating Effectively.

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during the shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

Security Sensitive

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The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly‑accredited, open‑admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll have the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or otherwise, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting‑edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

• Fourth‑largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after‑tax living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major‑league sports town, and doesn’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year‑round.
• World‑renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first‑rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over…