Sign Language Interpreter - Multi-Lingual - Hrly/Int POOL
(DSA)
Job No: 556769
Work Type: Staff
Location: Southern California: Long Beach
Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical
Support Services, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative,
Appointment Type: Temporary, Time Basis: Part Time
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Job Summary
The Multi-Lingual Sign Language Interpreter facilitate the
communication and integration of deaf and hard-of-hearing, or
otherwise disabled students and consumers (including faculty, staff
and university guests) into the classroom, other instructional
settings, and into the university community either by way of
American Sign language (ASL), or Signed English, Transliteration (a
manual, oral or tactile system of communication.)
Multi-lingual Sign Language Interpreters must be competent in three
or more languages and their regional varieties (rather than two),
understand and apply a variety of cultural norms, and seamlessly
communicate between ASL and at least two spoken languages in real
time.
Furthermore, the incumbent provides services that are equitable,
inclusive, and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance
the quality of campus life. This position uses a student centered
and equity minded approach in all communication and service
efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Sign language interpreters provide communication access by
conveying verbal information into a mode of communication best
understood by the deaf, hard-of-hearing and/or otherwise disabled
students, faculty, staff, and university guests.
Department
Bob Murphy Access Center
Time Base/Duration of Appointment
Hourly/intermittent on call temporary position. Successful
candidates may be appointed for a few days and up to one (1) year
depending on the assignment. Temporary assignments may expire prior
to the ending date.
Classification
Hourly Interpreter/Real Time Captioner/Computer Aided
Transcriber
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and
qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal
equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.
The salary range for this classification is $75.00 to $77.18 per
hour.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled multi-language interpreter
who is fluent in three languages, including their regional
varieties, and can seamlessly interpret between them in real time.
They demonstrate a strong understanding of Deaf Culture and can
work effectively across a range of sign modalities, from ASL to
Signed English. They skillfully apply cultural norms and accurately
convey meaning, register, tone, and intent while ensuring clear and
precise communication across languages.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional linguistic, cognitive,
and technical abilities, along with strong attention to detail,
active listening skills, and a solid command of English grammar and
usage. They adapt easily to diverse consumers, topics, and
settings, exercising sound judgment when accepting assignments.
Additionally, they work collaboratively and professionally with
students, faculty, staff, and campus partners, navigate various
campus environments with ease, maintain positive working
relationships, and consistently report to work prepared, punctual,
and ready to perform their duties.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse
campus community. Ability to follow all university policies,
procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety,
civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and
procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university
experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the
university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Sign language interpreters are required to complete an
Interpreter Training Program (ITP) or have an equivalent level of
experience.
• Minimum 2 years volunteer and/or paid experience, or completion
of a 4-year degree in Deaf Studies or related field.
Licenses / Certificates
• Interpreters are required by their profession to work towards and
seek various levels of professional certification that are
recognized on a state and national level as being appropriate in a
post-secondary setting, including but not limited to NIC
Certification granted by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the
Deaf).
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC) preferred, not
required.
Application Procedures
Click "Apply Now" to complete the CSULB Online Employment
Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that
all sections of the online application are completed fully and
accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and
experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you
meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Light work - Job involves some lifting of medium
weight objects (10-20 pounds) and/or 10% - 20% of the job involves
standing or walking.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions
(i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will
make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if
the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it
is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified
information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background
check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee
who was conditionally offered the position.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB
provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful
discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color,
ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB
complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California
Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art.
I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable
state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's
Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential
treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status,
and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all
university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful,
professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of
harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated
appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility
and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected
of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees
with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or
requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the
application or hiring process should contact
StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system,
is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires
all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of
California.
As of January 1, 2022 the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/"
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Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform
CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Application Closes: 01 January 2027
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