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Sign Language Interpreter
Position Summary: We are looking for individuals that can report in-person and on-site at this time. This position facilitates communication with Deaf and hard of hearing students and visitors on campus. The Sign Language Interpreter interprets for academic courses (both credit and Continuing Education), campus activities/events, and miscellaneous assignments for the College, using varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace. This position requires a flexible schedule and may include both day and evening hours or weekend hours. Hours will vary each semester depending on the College’s interpreting needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform high level, complex, and technical interpreting for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals using American Sign Language or another sign language-based system such as Signed English, Transliteration, or Visual Gestural Communication. Interpret, face-to-face or remotely, for various classes, meetings, tutoring sessions, emergency situations, advising appointments, student/faculty conferences, and intake service meetings, as needed. Provide assigned interpreting services as needed during College closures when classes or meetings continue online. Review and read textbooks or related course or meeting materials to aid in preparation. Interpret, face-to-face or remotely, for co-curricular activities and other College-sponsored events, both on and off campus. Support various enrollment, retention, and completion initiatives of the College. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Interpreting certification granted by a national certifying board (RID, NAD, BEI) Two (2) years of professional interpreting experience Membership with Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and experience implementing the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct Desired Qualifications
Completion of a post-secondary degree program in Interpreter Preparation/Training Interpreting experience at the post-secondary education level Three (3) years of professional interpreting experience Work Schedule
Between the hours of 8:30-4:30 Monday to Friday. Other hours may include evenings and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays. Special Instructions To Applicants
All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e‑mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under‑represented groups to apply.
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Position Summary: We are looking for individuals that can report in-person and on-site at this time. This position facilitates communication with Deaf and hard of hearing students and visitors on campus. The Sign Language Interpreter interprets for academic courses (both credit and Continuing Education), campus activities/events, and miscellaneous assignments for the College, using varying styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace. This position requires a flexible schedule and may include both day and evening hours or weekend hours. Hours will vary each semester depending on the College’s interpreting needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Perform high level, complex, and technical interpreting for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals using American Sign Language or another sign language-based system such as Signed English, Transliteration, or Visual Gestural Communication. Interpret, face-to-face or remotely, for various classes, meetings, tutoring sessions, emergency situations, advising appointments, student/faculty conferences, and intake service meetings, as needed. Provide assigned interpreting services as needed during College closures when classes or meetings continue online. Review and read textbooks or related course or meeting materials to aid in preparation. Interpret, face-to-face or remotely, for co-curricular activities and other College-sponsored events, both on and off campus. Support various enrollment, retention, and completion initiatives of the College. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Interpreting certification granted by a national certifying board (RID, NAD, BEI) Two (2) years of professional interpreting experience Membership with Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and experience implementing the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Code of Professional Conduct Desired Qualifications
Completion of a post-secondary degree program in Interpreter Preparation/Training Interpreting experience at the post-secondary education level Three (3) years of professional interpreting experience Work Schedule
Between the hours of 8:30-4:30 Monday to Friday. Other hours may include evenings and weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays. Special Instructions To Applicants
All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e‑mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. Cover letters may be addressed to the Search Committee and should briefly address your qualifications as related to the requirements of this position. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under‑represented groups to apply.
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