Staff Interpreter

Job Summary

*This position is on a 10/12 Pay Plan, which means working 10 months per year, yet having salary paid out over 12 months. Salary is reflective of a 0.8 FTE.*

The Accessible Education Center (AEC) is seeking a skilled and dedicated Staff Interpreter to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. Reporting to the Director of the Accessible Education Center, this position provides high-quality interpreting and transliterating services across a variety of academic settings, including complex and specialized coursework.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional American Sign Language (ASL) and voice interpreting services in undergraduate, graduate, and specialized classes
• Adapt interpreting to technical and discipline-specific subject matter
• Maintain a flexible schedule to meet student needs
• Assist with scheduling interpreters and Real-time Captioners

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Possess highly developed skills in American Sign Language (ASL) and other communication modes pertaining to the Deaf & Hard of Hearing population
• Knowledge of complex subject matter that provides fluent, accurate, and specific translation while performing as an educational Interpreter
• Working knowledge of the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) code of professional conduct
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, adhere to RID Code of Conduct, and appropriately handle sensitive communications with students, employees and external agencies
• Ability to maintain RID Certification
• Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment
• Ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reports
• Ability to maintain RID Certification as per classification requirement
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Deaf culture and working knowledge of the Deaf Community
• Ability to advocate effectively for students with disabilities working with university personnel
• Excellent customer service and public relations skills with strong oral and sign language communication skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year (4) college or university may be essential to provide interpreting services at a level required for the position assignments
• Certificate of completion of an accredited Interpreter Preparation Program and National Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Certification is required (e.g., CI/CT or NAD or NIC)
• Two (2) years of relevant documented interpreting experience in a variety of settings usually are needed to perform at the level required for position assignments

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Interpreter Preparation Program as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree
• A wide acquaintance with academic higher education through attendance at a post-secondary educational institution may be essential to fully comprehend and accurately interpret the concepts, language, and vocabulary used in the assigned instructional, academic and/or administrative situations

Compensation

Classification: Interpreter II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,800/month - $7,200/month (0.8 FTE)
CSU Salary Range: $4,658/month - $10,120/month

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Certification

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: May 12, 2026 through May 26, 2026. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.