Interpreter Pro Tempore

Description The Superior Court of California, County of Glenn Is Now Accepting Applications For Interpreter Pro Tempore (Spanish) This recruitment is open continuously, but may close at any time without notice. Applications will be reviewed and interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis. Position Under general supervision, interpreters perform a wide variety of language interpretation activities on an as needed basis for individuals in the court environment, including witnesses, litigants, attorneys, other court personnel, and the public. Language interpretation activities include, but are not limited to sight translation (reading written text and providing an oral translation) and consecutive and simultaneous interpretation of court proceedings and other court services.

Distinguishing Characteristics This is a non-exempt position in which individuals are scheduled to work part-time on an intermittent basis. Individuals hired in this classification must be certified or registered as a court interpreter in the State of California. Interpreters are employed by the court in accordance with the Trial Court Interpreter Employment and Labor Relations Act (SB 371).

Examples of Duties

The following duties are typical of those performed by the incumbent in this classification. However, other duties may also be required.

• Interprets from and into English and the applicable non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes at court proceedings and for other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
• Makes sight translations of documents for the benefit of the court including, but not limited to, court petitions, reports, waivers, felony disposition statement forms, and other documents.
• Interprets for judges, attorneys, court staff, and other court-related departments at the direction of the court.
• Notifies the court of any issues or situations that may impede the interpreters' performance.
• Researches and understands terminology used in court and functions of the court which may include but not be limited to legal, technological, scientific, and/or medical terminology.
• Reviews the daily docket and receives daily calendar assignments from the Trial Court Interpreter Coordinator or other court staff and accurately completes daily activity logs and any other documentation as required.
• Performs other language interpretation duties as assigned, such as providing general court information at an information counter to the non-English speaking public and processing documents related to interpretation.

Typical Qualifications Employment Standards Knowledge Of

• Correct use of the English and non-English language specified including spelling, punctuation, and grammar
• Familiarity of the general range of regional and cultural variations in the specified language
• California court system and criminal justice system
• California statutes, Rules of Court, and applicable personnel rules concerning court interpretation
• Legal concepts and forensic terminology in both English and non-English language specified
• Court policies and procedures

Ability To

• Interpret accurately and remain impartial, including in adversarial and emotionally charged situations
• Adjust to speakers with differing voices and accents at varying rates of speed
• Adhere to interpreter ethics and standards as stipulated in California Rules of Court, rule 2.890
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Maintain the confidentiality of court-related records and proceedings
• Accurately perform duties with attention to detail
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Utilize word processing, electronic communication, and calendar software
• Communicate effectively
• Read and understand state statutes, local ordinances, local court rules, court documents, and procedures pertaining to legal filings and processes
• Prioritize, coordinate, and complete assigned tasks and a heavy workload
• Interact with legal professionals, paraprofessionals, and the public in a respectful manner
• Write neatly and legibly
• Remain focused during long proceedings, sometimes with interruptions
• Work as part of a team and independently
• Flexibly meet multiple demands

Employment Qualifications Incumbents must possess a valid Certificate as a "Certified Court Interpreter" issued by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California for languages in which certification is available, or be registered as a Court Interpreter by the Judicial Council of California on behalf of the State of California. Information on how to become a certified or registered court interpreter can be found here: https://www.courts.ca.gov/7996.htm.

Supplemental Information

Additional Information Criminal History Requirement: Candidates are required to pass a criminal history background check.

License Requirement: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required or the ability to provide alternate transportation that meets job requirements.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be available to a qualified individual with a disability that will enable him/her to perform the essential functions of this position.

Ability to sit and/or stand and concentrate for extended periods of time; dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; strength, dexterity and coordination and/or ability to use a computer keyboard and read a video display terminal on a daily basis; vision which can be corrected to a level sufficient to read handwritten, typed and computer generated information and data; hearing and speech ability sufficient to enable communication by telephone and in-person; ability to frequently reach for and/or twist for items above and below desk level, sometimes with the assistance of a ladder or stepstool; frequently moves from place to place within the office; frequently walks short distances; and vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus to enable incumbent to decipher color coded files, forms, complete data entry and read operating instructions and procedures.

Work Environment: While performing the responsibilities of the position, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment an employee will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work is performed in a busy and fast-paced environment. The noise level and traffic level are similar to a busy office. Services are delivered in courtrooms and other parts of court facilities with little exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt, or dust. Incumbents some into contact with a wide variety of people from different educational and socioeconomic backgrounds. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Travel to various court locations within Glenn County is required.

Normal court business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. This position may require occasional long hours, however.

Disclaimer: This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents assigned to this job classification. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of incumbents so classified.

Application Process Applicants must submit a complete online application, including responses to the required supplemental questions at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/glenncourt. Applications will not be accepted by other means.

This recruitment is open continuously, but may close at any time without notice. Applications will be reviewed and interviews may be scheduled on a rolling basis. Only qualified candidates that meet employment qualifications and other application requirements will be selected to advance to an interview.

Holiday Pay: Employees in this classification receive one full day holiday pay, up to a maximum of 9 days in a fiscal year, for each 20 full days or 40 half days or equivalent combination of work performed.

Sick Leave: Employees in this classification receive sick leave as required by the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act.

No Other Benefits Are Associated With This Classification. 01

INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide in response to this questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process and may also be used in a competitive evaluation of qualifications. Be as specific and thorough as possible and include all information requested. Statements such as "see application" or "see resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a response. All employers referenced in your responses must be listed on your application. Do you understand these instructions?

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Please list your language(s) and certification or registration numbers.

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If you are not yet certified and have recently taken an examination to become a certified court interpreter in a specific language, please indicate the language you expect to become certified for and the date you expect to receive the results.

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Describe your experience and skill to interpret from and into English and a non-English language using simultaneous and consecutive modes.

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Please describe why you decided to apply for this position with the Glenn County Superior Court.

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