Sign Language Interpreter

This is a temp/casual position.

The interpreter provides sign language interpreting services to University students, faculty, staff, and visitors in a variety of settings both on and off campus. This position requires evening and occasional weekend work. Demonstrates ability to interact positively with people from diverse communities.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Interpreting (75%)

• Provide effective interpreting services to the University community at-large in a variety of situations including but not limited to: undergraduate, graduate & professional school courses, meetings, appointments, commencements, plays, events, University tours, and professional travel, as well as preparing for these assignments to ensure effective service delivery
• Adhere to the NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct

Coordination (10%)

• Coordinate interpreter requests for Disability Resources (DR)
• Provide timely responses to office communications
• Provide flexibility in scheduling, accommodating evenings and weekends, on-call shifts

Professional Development, Departmental Service, Campus Service (15%)

• Stay current on issues relevant to the interpreting profession as well as issues among the cultural communities the profession serves; use this information to promote learning opportunities with and for colleagues
• Actively support the work of DR by participating in meetings, committees, and projects, as well as facilitation of student accommodations such as assisting exam proctoring & other support tasks, as interpreting schedule allows
• Follow all University, DR, & Student Life policies and procedures
• Provide mentoring support for peers and interns as well as seek mentoring support within the unit
• Promote disability self-advocacy, pride, community, universal design, responsibility, dignity, equity, independence, and the fostering of multicultural community
• Work actively to create a positive and productive work environment
• Be an effective spokesperson for DR both inside and outside DR
• Demonstrate a dedication to continuous improvement

Other duties as assigned which are consistent with the mission of DR.

Essential Qualifications:

• Have and maintain Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) and or National Association of the Deaf membership (national) and maintain membership in at least one affiliate chapter of RID
• Demonstrated knowledge in, and an ongoing commitment to, working effectively with and across diverse communities: including people of color, underrepresented groups and new immigrant populations; American Indians; people with both apparent and non-apparent disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first-generation students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds

Selection Criteria:

• Completion of interpreter education program strongly preferred
• Current national certification strongly preferred
• Two years experience providing interpreting services, preferably in a postsecondary setting

Pay Range: $35.03-$39.03 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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