R- Interpreter Shoals Regional Center

Position: R-0364 Staff Interpreter Shoals Regional Center
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Posting Date:
February 27, 2026

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit. Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB's efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position:
Staff Interpreter

Shoals Regional Center - Tuscumbia, AL
ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world's most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, Deaf Blind, and multidisabled and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 32,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and seniors with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services literally span a lifetime, including five campuses in Talladega, ten regional centers located throughout the State of Alabama with programs that range from early and senior intervention, traditional and nontraditional education services in residential and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility that is the state's largest employer of adults who are Deaf, Blind, or Deaf Blind. Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources.

We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our employees are among the organization's most valuable assets and resources. We share compassion for leveling the playing field for all. Our Mission makes AIDB a unique place to work, and we invite you to be a part of the miracles that happen every day.

ABOUT YOU

You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB's culture of inclusion is reinforced and that students and employees feel connected, recognized, and proud to be a part of the organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess and maintain an Alabama Interpreter License or Permit upon employment

• Knowledge of federal and state laws related to interpreting.

• Valid driver's license, an automobile for use on the job, and liability insurance in effect.

• Must possess a minimum entry sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to

• AIDB evaluation system (SLPI/SCPI) upon hire.

• Must provide documentation of sign language proficiency evaluation (SLPI available through

AIDB)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year or more of formal work experience interpreting for the Deaf/Deaf Blind.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a minimum entry sign language proficiency level of ADVANCED according to AIDB evaluation system (SLPI/SCPI); and ADVANCED PLUS must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

• Provide interpreting services and assist the Director of Interpreting as needed.

• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards of practice.

• Must be willing to travel on a daily basis. Extensive travel, including occasional overnight travel, is required.

• Willing and able to work flexible schedules to include holidays, nights, and weekends.

• Assist in planning and participate in all regional center activities, i.e., White Cane, Deaf

• Awareness, educational workshops, social/community events, and/or statewide programs.

• Work with Case Manager for the Deaf to provide interpretation for agency workshops and events.

• Enter current consumer information into a database as needed for consumer demographics.

• Communicate effectively with supervisor and other professionals.

• Assist other AIDB Regional Centers and departments, as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director.

• Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check

at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.

SALARY: $47,948 - $74,468 Scale PI Rank PI Renewable Permit

$53,040 - $84,864 Scale PI Rank LI Licensed Alabama Interpreter

$63,648 - $95,472 Scale PI Rank MI Master's in Interpreting

This position is eligible for the following annual incentives.

Specialization Incentive Pay

RID recognized certification $5,000

Mental-Health-Q $2,500

Legal (SC: L), other $2,500

260 Days;
Direct deposit is required; bi-monthly payroll

This is an exempt position and is not subject to overtime and/or compensatory time provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act
Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available

• TRS retirement

• Deferred compensation options available

• Paid time off

• 13 Paid Holidays

Deadline for Application:
Open until filled

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