Sign Language Interpreter; Ea North - Unclassified

Responsibilities

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for a Sign Language Interpreter/Translation Specialist in Reno, Nevada. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the following program:
Communication Access Services (CAS). The primary responsibility of this position is to produce video translations into ASL of printed, web, and video materials for the Executive, Judicial and Legislative Departments of State Government. The position will also provide outreach to State agencies on interpreting and communication access. Under the direction of the Communication Access Services (CAS) Program Social Services Program Specialist III, this position will work with various State agencies to make public-facing materials accessible in ASL, produce translations of the materials, and create videos for dissemination.

Additionally, this position will perform outreach to State agencies to provide consultation on interpreting, including the best practices in communication access, roles and responsibilities, and the State law on interpreter qualification requirements and scopes of practice. This position may also interpret for public, State-sponsored events. CAS Interpreters adhere to professional standards, best practices, and follow the National Association of the Deaf (NAD)-Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct.

• Bachelor’s degree in any field of study
• Current and valid certification as a Deaf Interpreter from a recognized certifying body such as Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID CDI), Board of Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI DI), Utah Interpreter Program (Utah Deaf Interpreter Certification), etc., in good standing
• Registration with the Nevada Interpreter/CART Registry (or become registered within 30 days of acceptance of the position)
• Experience with translating written and/or video materials into ASL
• Experience providing interpreting services in government settings
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Currently, we are exclusively recruiting for Deaf Interpreters who hold valid certification in good standing (such as RID CDI, BEI DI, or Utah Deaf Interpreter Certification). A Deaf Interpreter is an individual who is Deaf/Hard of Hearing and is certified as a sign language interpreter.

The candidate will work both independently and collaboratively within the CAS team, demonstrating strong interpersonal and critical-thinking skills while navigating complex systems with confidence. They produce high-quality English-to-ASL translations that meet the communication needs of the target community, supported by solid technology skills and familiarity with video-production tools. Their work reflects thorough research, contextual awareness, and ethical decision-making, and they stay current with trends in interpretation and translation.

They approach every project with integrity, creativity, and curiosity. ADSD fosters a positive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values innovation, teamwork, and collaboration. The mission of ADSD is to empower individuals and their support systems by providing resources for disabilities and aging - connecting Nevadans to services and improving their quality of life.