Hourly Interpreter - Pool

CSU, Sacramento
Sacramento, California 95819 United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
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  • Job Description

    Working Title: Hourly Interpreter

    Classification Title: Hourly Interpreter

    Posting Details

    This is a Pool recruitment. This recruitment will remain open and be filled on a continuous basis.

    Note to Applicants: This position will work on-site at the Sacramento State campus.

    Hiring Preference

    Eligible on-campus applicants in California State University Employees Union (CSUEU) Bargaining Units 2, 5, 7, and 9 will be given first consideration in the recruitment.

    Position Summary

    Interpret for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or Deaf-Blind students in: classrooms, lectures, labs, assigned course activities, placements, internships; in meetings with other academic departments, advisors, professors, university platform situations, telephone interpreting for academically related needs; provide limited mobility assistance for Deaf-Blind students, if needed.

    FLSA: Hourly Intermittent/Non-Exempt

    Anticipated Hiring Range: $50.00 per hour - $59.65 per hour commensurate with education, certification, and experience

    CSU Classification Salary Range: $18.45 per hour - $185.33 per hour

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    Salary Grade/Range: 1

    Recruitment Type: Temporary

    Time Base: Hourly-Intermittent

    Pay Plan: Hourly

    Work Hours: Hours will vary according to the needs of the department. This position will work on-site at the Sacramento State campus.

    Department Information

    The Disability Access Center (DAC) offers a wide range of accommodation services that ensure students with disabilities have equal access and opportunity to pursue their educational goals.

    Working collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators, DAC provides campus-wide consultation and serves as a primary information resource on disability-related issues to the campus community.

    For more information, visit: https://www.csus.edu/student-affairs/centers-programs/services-students-disabilities/

    Minimum Qualifications

    Assignments vary in type and extent of knowledge and abilities in terms of subject matter and vocabulary required, but common requirements include the following knowledge, abilities, and background:

    Knowledge and Abilities:

    Working knowledge of the process on interpretation; ASL and/or English sign system as required by the student(s) or the assignment; the methods and techniques used in communicating with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing consumers; the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) code of professional conduct; the vocabulary used in the courses to which the Interpreter is assigned; and a demonstrated knowledge of Deaf Culture.

    Ability to hear spoken English and use ASL, Signed English, and/or another manual sign system to effectively generate language; interpret and transliterate between the ASL and sign systems and spoken English at a speed required by the assignment, which may involve a variety of settings such as a classroom, conference, and/or one-on-one meeting; and work with students from diverse backgrounds.

    Education and Experience:

    Any combination of formal training and relevant documented interpreting experience that demonstrates assurance of the skills appropriate for the level of the assignment(s) is required. Typically, sufficient interpreting training or experience requires graduation from an interpreter training program and/or relevant documented interpreting experience. In addition, 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.

    Required Qualifications
    Possession of AA degree in Interpreting Preparation Program or equivalent. Knowledge of various manual communication modes: ASL, Signed English, and/or manual codes, and oral and tactile interpreting. Extensive experience in educational interpreting in university level curriculum. Ability to interpret in a variety of activities such as classroom, lecture, lab, field trips, internships; mobility assistance for Deaf-Blind students, meetings with academic departments, professors, advisors, and student group work. Ability to perform in highly interactive situations such as discussion, workshops, seminars, and platform settings, and handle unique subject matter, theories and terminology and team with interpreters and/or real-time captioners. Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

    Condition of Employment
    • Ability to pass a background check


    Preferred Qualifications
    Completion of upper division coursework and/or BA/BS degree. Possession of RID or EIPA 4 or above for salary range II eligibility. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain rapport with the Deaf community. Ability and knowledge to mentor other interpreters. Word processing and spreadsheet skills for lexicons and schedule/timesheet records preferred.

    Required Licenses/Certifications

    Possession of RID and/or NAD and/or equivalent skills certificates as specified in the classification:
    • RID certificate in either interpretation or transliteration and/or NAD Level 3 (level 4 preferred) for IIA
    • RID certificates in both interpretation and/or transliteration and/or NAD Level 4 (level 5 preferred) for IIB

    Documents Needed to Apply
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Proof of Licensure/Certification(s)

    Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

    About Sac State

    Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “ As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement. ” As the regional hub of higher education, Sac State is dedicated to student success , diversity, equity and inclusion , community engagement , philanthropy , and campus safety .

    As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

    To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State ? page.

    Background Check Disclaimer

    A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position. One variation of background check required could be a LiveScan screening, which involves submitting fingerprints at a certified LiveScan Service Center.

    COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:

    Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

    Out of State Employment Policy

    Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

    As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

    It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html

    The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/csu-learn.html .

    Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

    Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
    The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

    Eligibility Verification

    Selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1-B Visa).

    Note to Applicants:

    Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

    Advertised: May 29 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
    Applications close:

    Closing Date/Time:
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • CSU, Sacramento
    • CSU, Sacramento

    Sacramento State, ranked the fourth most diverse university in the western United States, according to U.S. News and World Report (2019), is at the forefront of issues paramount to the region, such as environmental research, politics, business, arts, healthcare, entrepreneurship and more. The University is preparing tomorrow’s leaders to embrace California’s opportunities, solve its challenges, and redefine what’s possible.

    The University offers 64 bachelor’s degree programs with 70 concentrations, 51 master’s degree programs with 26 concentrations, and five doctoral degrees, in Audiology, Physical Therapy, School Psychology, Public History and Educational Leadership, with two concentrations in Ed.D. It also offers 28 post-baccalaureate certificates and 10 credential programs, and houses numerous research and community service centers. Sacramento State is impactful globally and locally, with more than 240,000 alumni around the world and with 1-in-20 residents of the Sacramento region as proud alumnus or alumna.

    Sacramento State At a Glance:

    • Founded: 1947 (as Sacramento State College)
    • President: Robert S. Nelsen
    • Campus: 300 acres, six miles from the State Capitol; a designated “Tree Campus USA”
    • Six-County Service Region: Sacramento, Placer, Yolo, El Dorado, Sutter, Yuba
    • Athletics: NCAA Division I

    Key Rankings and Distinctions: 

    • Fourth most diverse University in the western United States (US News and World Report, 2019)
    • 17th best undergraduate teaching in the Western Region, United States (U.S. News and World Report, 2019)
    • 1 in 20 adults in the region is a Sac State grad
    • Top 20 Best Bang for the Buck for Western Colleges (Washington Monthly, 2019)
    • Capital Fellows Program, which offers public policy fellowships in California State government, is ranked as one of the best internships in the nation for career development. Fellows are placed at some of the highest levels of state government.
    • Bachelor's in gerontology degree is ranked fifth-best in the U.S. (College Choice)
    • The School of Nursing averages the CSU’s highest first-attempt pass rate, with scores higher than UC Irvine and UCLA
    • Master of Science in Accountancy program ranked third nationally for Best Online Program and sixth most affordable (SR Education Group)

    Students:

    • Fall 2019 total enrollment: 31,156 (full-time: 24,888; part-time: 6,268)
    • Student-to-faculty ratio: 24:1
    • Average class size: 27

    Enrollment by Ethnicity (Fall 2019):

    • Hispanic: 34%
    • White: 26%
    • Asian American: 19%
    • Other/multiracial: 6%
    • African American: 6%
    • Unknown: 4%
    • Non-resident alien: 4%
    • Pacific Islander: 1%
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