Certified Interpreter III (Spanish)
Vacancy has expired
Philadelphia, PA
Employer: | First Judicial District |
Category: |
Government
Legal |
Job Type: | Full Time |
Description | |
REQUIREMENTS 1. Certification from the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts, or reciprocity from another State program. OR
GENERAL DEFINITION This is advanced professional work in the interpretation of statements between two or more persons conversing in English and the employee's language specialty and assisting in the training of new interpreters. The languages may involve terminology or idiomatic expressions that are difficult to translate. An employee in this class has extensive experience as an Interpreter. Employees are able to question the speaker on any point that is not understood. A significant aspect of the work involves establishing effective working relationships and inspiring the confidence of non English speaking people and assisting in training new interpreters. The employee is responsible for communicating in a manner most easily understood and preferred. Work also requires a high degree of confidentiality and discretion in the performance of duties. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned. • Interprets in open court and other departments and agencies for non English speaking individuals. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The First Judicial District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the First Judicial District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. |