ASL Interpreter; Part-Time, Temporary

Position Details

Position Title: ASL Interpreter (Part-Time, Temporary)

Position Type: Staff

Requisition Number: ST202

Department: Student Accessibility Services

Title of Supervisor: Director of Academic Success and Accessibility/Coordinator of Military Services in Academic Success & Accessibility

Full-time/ Part-time: Part-time

Work Hours per Week: Varied

Weeks Per Year: 44

Months Per Year: 10

Work Days: Varied

Work Hours: Varied

End Date (required for Temporary, Per Diem, Independent Contractor/Agency):

Salary Range: $40 - $50 per hour

Hours and Months: Temp

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Job Description

Summary:

Nazareth University is building a pool of qualified part-time, temporary American Sign Language interpreters to support communication access needs across campus.

Interpreters may be contacted for variable, assignment-based work involving regularly scheduled courses, campus events, meetings, student and employee support, academic programs, and other University activities. Assignments and weekly hours will vary based on campus needs, student schedules, and interpreter availability. Hours are not guaranteed. Work will primarily take place on the Nazareth University campus in Rochester, New York, although limited remote assignments may be available.

• Provide accurate, impartial, and effective interpretation between American Sign Language and English in courses, meetings, events, programs, and other assigned settings.
• Convey the meaning, tone, intent, and relevant contextual information communicated by participants.
• Review available course materials, agendas, terminology, and other information needed to prepare for assignments.
• Adapt interpreting methods to the setting, participants, subject matter, and communication needs of the assignment.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries, confidentiality, and impartiality.
• Follow applicable professional standards and University policies when providing interpreting services.
• Communicate availability and respond promptly to assignment requests, scheduling changes, or potential conflicts.
• Arrive on time and remain available for the full duration of accepted assignments.
• Use videoconferencing or other communication technology for remote assignments when required.
• Notify the supervisor promptly of concerns that could affect communication access or successful completion of an assignment.
• Perform other related interpreting duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated proficiency in American Sign Language and English.
• Experience providing ASL interpreting services in academic, professional, event, or community settings.
• Ability to interpret clearly, accurately, impartially, and professionally for a range of campus audiences.
• Strong judgment, reliability, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to prepare for assignments involving varied academic and professional terminology.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with students, employees, families, visitors, and community members.
• Availability for daytime assignments and occasional evening or weekend assignments, depending on campus needs.
• Ability to provide services on the Nazareth University campus in Rochester, New York.
• Ability to use email, videoconferencing platforms, and other technology necessary for scheduling and remote interpreting assignments.

• Experience interpreting in higher education, K-12 education, healthcare, public events, or workplace settings.
• RID, NIC, EIPA, or another relevant interpreting credential.
• Experience interpreting academic or specialized subject matter.
• Experience providing interpretation through Zoom or another videoconferencing platform.
• Familiarity with disability access, student support, and inclusive campus environments.

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

• This position regularly involves visual and expressive communication through American Sign Language for the duration of assigned interpreting sessions. Assignments may involve frequent hand and arm movements, sitting or standing for extended periods, and movement among classrooms, offices, event spaces, and other campus locations. Remote assignments require the use of a computer and videoconferencing technology.
• Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Standard office and classroom…