ASL Interpreter
Position Announcement
Utah Valley University Deaf and Hard of Hearing Student Services is looking for a passionate and driven full-time Interpreter to join our team. We want someone who leads with purpose, mentors with heart, and shows up for Deaf students every day. The ideal candidate brings interpreting excellence, a natural ability to lift others, and the resourcefulness to solve problems independently and creatively. You are self-directed, culturally grounded, and committed to accessibility and belonging for all. In return, we offer a collaborative, mission-driven workplace where your voice matters and your work makes a real difference. If this sounds like you, apply today.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Performs mentoring for interpreters and support for interns working at UVU, Utah Valley University.
- Creates, maintains, and schedules skill development options for all service providers.
- Provides direct ASL interpreting/translating services, including interpreting, skill development, and prep time.
- Works to promote an accessible and inclusive environment where Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and visitors are provided with accessible communication.
- Assists the Director of DHH in creating reports, maintaining databases, and scheduling.
- Maintains various forms and reports in the interpreter database.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
- Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in a related field, plus two years of experience related to the Summary of Duties; OR any combination of education and/or experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling six years.
- Current interpreter certification issued or recognized by the Utah Interpreter Program is required. Applicants must possess at least one of the following: Utah Certified Professional Interpreter (UCPI), National Interpreter Certification (NIC), Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification at the Advanced or Master level
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree.
- Completed an accredited Interpreter Training Program (ITP).
- Possess ten or more years of interpreting experience.
- Have post-secondary education combined with relevant interpreting experience.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
- Knowledge of the RID Code of Professional Conduct, policies, and procedures in a post-secondary environment, interpreting post-secondary educational classes, and federal and state disability and confidentiality laws (ADA, Section 504, FERPA, etc.).
- Proficiency in applying RID-NAD (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf - National Association of the Deaf) Codes of Professional Conduct to support the logistic strategy between ASL Interpreters, students, and visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Skills
- Fluency in both American Sign Language and spoken/written English.
- Skill in American Sign Language interpreting and transliteration, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
- Depending on student need, acquiring extra linguistic knowledge and vocabulary spanning multiple disciplines: arts, sciences, technology, business, etc.
Abilities
- Ability to work in a team environment, maintaining professional behavior and boundaries.
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for up to 2-week intervals.
- Ability to communicate candidly and kindly in English and ASL.
- Ability to work with computers and software, including the Microsoft Office suite and TIMS.
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