Sign Language Interpreter, Professional Expert; Temporary

Provide sign language interpreting services for Deaf and hard of hearing students, faculty/staff, and community members.

• Follow the RID Code of Professional Conduct and professionally and confidentially perform specialized interpreting services for Deaf and hard of hearing students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Interpret or transliterate class lectures and other presentations from English to American Sign Language (Voice‑to‑Sign).
• Interpret class lectures and other presentations from American Sign Language to English (Sign‑to‑Voice).
• Interpret class‑related events and activities such as field trips, student‑teacher conferences, special meetings, tutoring sessions, and other co‑curricular activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Graduation from an Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or equivalent; OR Associate’s degree in Deaf Studies, Interpreter Training, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  Five (5) or more continuous years interpreting in the Deaf community.

• Successful completion of Antelope Valley College‑administered interpreting skills evaluation is required.
• Certification:
  Preferred Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf National Interpreter Certificate (NIC) or EIPA overall score 4.0+ with written component; OR NAD Level 4+, ACCI Level 4+, CI/CT, EIPA overall 2.5‑3.9. (Certification does not guarantee employment.)

• RID Code of Professional Conduct; the process of interpretation in American Sign Language.
• Alternative modes of communication and sign systems such as Pidgin Signed English or Conceptually Accurate Signed English.
• Cultural and social aspects of the Deaf community.
• Correct English usage and grammar.
• Vocabulary and concepts used in a wide variety of college‑level courses.
• Trends, techniques, and developments in the interpreting field.

• Interpret a variety of college‑level courses using multiple sign systems, including ASL and English.
• Translate messages from English to ASL (Voice‑to‑Sign) and from ASL to English (Sign‑to‑Voice).
• Assess individual situations to determine the communication needs of Deaf or hard‑of‑hearing consumers.
• Adhere to the RID Code of Professional Conduct.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Work successfully with other interpreters using appropriate team interpreting strategies and techniques.
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and other interpreters.
• Work in front of large crowds.
• Remain current on developments, trends and techniques in the interpreting field.
• Work independently and confidentially.

Receives general direction from the Director of Office for Students with Disabilities and supervision from the Coordinator of Deaf Services. Contacts include students, co‑workers, other departmental staff, and faculty.

Sitting and occasional standing for extended periods; repetitive hand motions. Classroom and office environment, possible outside events, and driving as required. Work schedule varies.

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and equitable consideration for all candidates as required by federal and state laws and regulations.