Sign Language Interpreter

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department is recruiting for a year-round Sign Language Interpreter to support inclusive and accessible recreation experiences for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing. This position is for the purpose of facilitating communication between people who are deaf and/or hard of hearing and others within the context of various settings in and around recreation programs.

Individuals will use sign language to convey instruction and intent during recreation programs, meetings, trainings, etc. Individuals may assist with participant engagement in program or daily activity, provide voice to sign, sign to voice oral transliterate support.

Work is performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational and community settings, including recreation centers, parks, athletic fields, pools, community centers, cultural facilities, and special-event venues. The position requires flexibility to work a combination of weekdays, evenings, and weekends based on program and event needs.

Interpreter services will be provided on an as‑needed basis and scheduled when participants requiring sign language support are registered for City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation programs or events. Work hours will be determined by program needs, participant registrations, and event schedules. Hours may vary, and a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed. Assignments and schedules will be based on service needs and requests.

Work may generally be scheduled Monday through Sunday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. The employee may be required to work at various City of Raleigh facilities, parks, and program locations. Duties may involve standing, walking, and providing sign language interpretation during active recreational programs, activities, and special events.

• Provide accurate and skilled interpretation to help facilitate successful delivery of services to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Ensure American Sign Language services are provided throughout the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department.
• Interpretation may be needed but not limited to the following settings:

• Provide ASL services during an interview where the applicant has requested an interpreter.
• Provide ASL services during an orientation for a program (i.e. summer camp, athletic league, etc.) in which a parent/guardian has requested an interpreter.
• Provide ASL services in an instructional program in which the exchange of verbal information is critical for successful completion of the program (i.e. cooking course, art class, athletic program, summer camp, etc.).

• Support communication between Deaf or hard‑of‑hearing participants and City staff, instructors, coaches, volunteers, and other community members.
• Drive daily, as needed, to various program sites and event locations to provide sign language interpretation services and support program operations.

• Possess, maintain and submit a copy of valid and current license granted by the NC Interpreter and Transliterator Licensing Board; up to date copies will be required to be eligible for assignments.
• Possess the knowledge and expertise required for the specific assignment.
• Provide services in the preferred mode of communication of the individual(s) with hearing loss.
• Always adhere to NAD/RID Code of Professional Conduct, which requires that:

• a. Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication;
• b. Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the specific interpreting situation;
• c. Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific interpreting situation;
• d. Interpreters demonstrate respect for consumers;
• e. Interpreters…